Cohasset Street Elementary

Lake Balboa is one of those quietly residential pockets of the San Fernando Valley where families tend to put down roots and stay — but Cohasset Street Elementary, while a neighborhood fixture, sits in the lower tier academically, with test scores that may give some families pause. It could be a good fit for parents who prioritize proximity and community connection over academic rankings, and who are willing to stay engaged and supplement at home. The surrounding area has a suburban, low-key feel with easy access to the lake and park, making it a pleasant place to raise kids even if the school itself is still working toward stronger outcomes.