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Township Elementary

Elementary School · Simi Valley Unified

4101 Township Ave., Simi Valley, CA 93063

Enrollment

554

Student-Teacher

23.1:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,779 of 9,539

In Simi Valley

#5 of 40

public schools

In district

#4 of 27

Simi Valley Unified

Equity

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Township Elementary

6.4/10

Elementary School in Simi Valley · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Township Elementary

Township Elementary is a public elementary school in Simi Valley, CA, part of Simi Valley Unified. Township Elementary serves approximately 554 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Township Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,779 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Township Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Township Elementary runs 23.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.1 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+1.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,369
Chronic Absenteeism21.1%

Township Elementary — Students at Township Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 47.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 52.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
61%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
46.4%
ELA
49.7%
2024
Math
43.2%
ELA
49.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.

How Township Elementary Compares

See how Township Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in CA
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4101 Township Ave., Simi Valley, CA 93063

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Township Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PHOENIX RANCH WEST (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Vista Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PHOENIX RANCH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Simi Valley, see our Simi Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
St. Anne's Academy Simi Valley 0.2 mi
Valley View Middle Simi Valley 0.3 mi 4.4
Big Springs Elementary Simi Valley 0.7 mi 5.5
Santa Susana Elementary Simi Valley 1.0 mi 3.8
Garden Grove Elementary Simi Valley 1.3 mi 5.4
Santa Susana High Simi Valley 1.4 mi 7.6
LITTLE SCHOLARS MONTESSORI Simi Valley 1.3 mi
PHOENIX RANCH SCHOOL Simi Valley 1.5 mi 6.7
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Simi Valley 1.4 mi 6.0
PHOENIX RANCH WEST Simi Valley 1.6 mi 7.4
Phoenix Ranch School Simi Valley 1.6 mi
Sycamore Elementary Simi Valley 1.9 mi 3.7
Apollo High Simi Valley 2.1 mi 5.0
Simi Valley High Simi Valley 2.1 mi 5.6
St. Peter Claver Preschool & Kindergarten Simi Valley 2.2 mi
ST PETER CLAVER PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Simi Valley 2.2 mi 4.5
Atherwood Elementary Simi Valley 2.2 mi 4.4
Vista Elementary Simi Valley 2.4 mi 7.0
Katherine Elementary Simi Valley 2.5 mi 5.2
Infusion,multi-behavioral,general arts school Simi Valley 2.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$124,030

Median Home Value

$746,000

Median Rent

$2,385/mo

Population

56,110

College Educated

36%

Homeownership

73.8%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

42.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Township Elementary

What grades does Township Elementary serve?

Township Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Township Elementary?

Township Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 554 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Township Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Township Elementary is 23.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Township Elementary rank in CA?

Township Elementary ranks #4,779 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Township Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Township Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Township Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Township Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Township Elementary a charter school?

No, Township Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Township Elementary a Title I school?

No, Township Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Township Elementary?

46.0% of students at Township 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Ventura County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

District

Simi Valley Unified
District Enrollment
15,677
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,369
District Rank
#4 of 27

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