Serving 387 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Canyon Charter Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Charter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Canyon Charter Elementary School's student population of 387 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canyon Charter Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Charter Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#85 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
53%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
32%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Charter Elementary School's ranking?
Canyon Charter Elementary School is ranked #85 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Canyon Charter Elementary School often compared to?
Canyon Charter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenter Canyon Elementary Charter, Palisades Charter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Canyon Charter Elementary School?
387 students attend Canyon Charter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Canyon Charter Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canyon Charter Elementary School?
Canyon Charter Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Canyon Charter Elementary School offer ?
Canyon Charter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Canyon Charter Elementary School part of?
Canyon Charter Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Canyon Charter Elementary School located?
Canyon Charter Elementary School is located in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA.
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