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#5100 of 9,539 schools in CA
Tarzana Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
5726 Topeka Dr., Tarzana, CA 91356
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,100 of 9,539
In Tarzana
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#532 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Tarzana Elementary
Tarzana Elementary is a public elementary school in Tarzana, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Tarzana Elementary serves approximately 244 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Tarzana Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #5,100 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Tarzana Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
55% of students at Tarzana Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Tarzana Elementary — Students at Tarzana Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.
How Tarzana Elementary Compares
See how Tarzana Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5726 Topeka Dr., Tarzana, CA 91356
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tarzana Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHIME Institute's Schwarzenegger Community (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Woodland Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wilbur Charter For Enriched Academics (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nestle Avenue Charter (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tarzana, see our Tarzana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91356 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,094
Median Home Value
$1,177,200
Median Rent
$2,027/mo
Population
30,809
College Educated
55.5%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
43.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tarzana Elementary
What grades does Tarzana Elementary serve?
Tarzana Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Tarzana Elementary?
Tarzana Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 244 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tarzana Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Tarzana Elementary is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tarzana Elementary rank in CA?
Tarzana Elementary ranks #5,100 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Tarzana Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Tarzana Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Tarzana Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tarzana Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tarzana Elementary a charter school?
No, Tarzana Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tarzana Elementary a Title I school?
No, Tarzana Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tarzana Elementary?
99.2% of students at Tarzana Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 244
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.5%
- Phone
- (818) 881-1424
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #532 of 769
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