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La Canada Elementary

La Canada Unified · Los Angeles County · 4540 Encinas Drive, La Canada, CA 91011-2217

(818) 952-8350 · www.lcelions.net/

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10/10
#73
Rank 73 out of 5,722
Top 1%
English Language Arts10/10 · #46 · 99th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #82 · 99th percentile
Science10/10 · #168 · 97th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

La Cañada Flintridge is one of those quietly exceptional foothill communities tucked between the San Gabriel Mountains and the rest of the LA sprawl — and La Cañada Elementary reflects exactly that character. Academics here are genuinely rigorous, with near-perfect performance in English, math, and science that draws families who prioritize strong foundational learning in a tight-knit, community-feel setting. If you're considering a move to the area, know that La Cañada Unified is a major draw for families relocating to the foothills, and this school sits right at the heart of what makes the district so sought after.

Student Demographics

378 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
169 (45%)
Asian
105 (28%)
Multiple Races
44 (12%)
Hispanic
43 (11%)
Filipino
9 (2%)
Other
8 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners27 (7%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged32 (8%)
Students with Disabilities40 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

633
Enrollment
25.7
Teachers (FTE)
24.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
29.9
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #1618 · 73rd percentile

128 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found