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#4898 of 9,539 schools in CA
Vanalden Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
19019 Delano St., Reseda, CA 91335
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,898 of 9,539
In Reseda
#8 of 20
public schools
In district
#513 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Vanalden Avenue Elementary
Vanalden Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Reseda, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Vanalden Avenue Elementary serves approximately 386 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Vanalden Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,898 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Vanalden Avenue Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Vanalden Avenue Elementary
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- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Vanalden Avenue 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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Vanalden Avenue Elementary — Students at Vanalden Avenue Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.6%
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: 4.5/10.
How Vanalden Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Vanalden Avenue 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
19019 Delano St., Reseda, CA 91335
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vanalden Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIRK O' THE VALLEY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wilbur Charter For Enriched Academics (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Tarzana), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tarzana Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Tarzana), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Reseda, see our Reseda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91335 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,164
Median Home Value
$700,400
Median Rent
$1,811/mo
Population
74,802
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
50.7%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
39.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vanalden Avenue Elementary
What grades does Vanalden Avenue Elementary serve?
Vanalden Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Vanalden Avenue Elementary?
Vanalden Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 386 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vanalden Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Vanalden Avenue Elementary is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vanalden Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Vanalden Avenue Elementary ranks #4,898 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Vanalden Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Vanalden Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Vanalden Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vanalden Avenue Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Vanalden Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Vanalden Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vanalden Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Vanalden Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vanalden Avenue Elementary?
81.6% of students at Vanalden Avenue 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
- 386
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.1%
- Phone
- (818) 342-5131
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #513 of 769
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