Capistrano Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
394 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Capistrano Avenue Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#3357 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)12%
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)68%
56%
Black
(21-22)5%
5%
White
(21-22)13%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)2%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capistrano Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Capistrano Avenue Elementary School is ranked #3357 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Capistrano Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Capistrano Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Justice Street Academy Charter, Pomelo Community Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Capistrano Avenue Elementary School?
394 students attend Capistrano Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Capistrano Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Capistrano Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Capistrano Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Capistrano Avenue Elementary School part of?
Capistrano Avenue Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Capistrano Avenue Elementary School located?
Capistrano Avenue Elementary School is located in the West Hills neighborhood of Canoga Park, CA.
School Reviews
5 9/12/2012
second year for my son first year for my daughter Mrs Cao- Garcia has been the best principal all the staff what can I say they are all so awesome!! I love this school
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