Erwin 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 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than 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: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (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 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
585 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Erwin 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
#3533 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
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)2%
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)62%
56%
Black
(21-22)3%
5%
White
(21-22)32%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)1%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
86%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Erwin Elementary School's ranking?
Erwin Elementary School is ranked #3533 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Erwin Elementary School often compared to?
Erwin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colfax Charter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Erwin Elementary School?
585 students attend Erwin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Erwin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Erwin Elementary School offer ?
Erwin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Erwin Elementary School part of?
Erwin Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Erwin Elementary School located?
Erwin Elementary School is located in the Valley Glen neighborhood of Van Nuys, CA.
School Reviews
2 10/17/2011
I'm a long time parent who's 3 children have attended this school. I was very pleased with the school and the administration the past 4 years however, since they have change their principal ( and almost all of the administrator staff) the school has gone downhill. Many of the great teachers that my two oldest children had have left the school this year. The new administrator is not approachable and does not communicate with the parents. They are very unorganized and don't address most of the issues/concerns that parents have. Another disappointing change is the loss of their plant manager. The campus has become very dirty, the bathrooms are not cleaned thoroughly and the lunch area is a mess. It's unfortunate that this is what's become of this great school in my community.
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