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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

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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