For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,590 students in 91401, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 91401, CA are Chandler Elementary School, Erwin Elementary School and Ararat Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 91401 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 91401, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91401, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chandler Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14030 Weddington St.
Van Nuys, CA 91401
(818) 789-6173
Van Nuys, CA 91401
(818) 789-6173
Gr: K-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Erwin Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13400 Erwin St.
Van Nuys, CA 91401
(818) 988-6292
Van Nuys, CA 91401
(818) 988-6292
Gr: K-5 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Ararat Charter
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6555 Sylmar Ave.
Van Nuys, CA 91401
(818) 994-2904
Van Nuys, CA 91401
(818) 994-2904
Gr: K-5 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Van Nuys Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6464 Sylmar Ave.
Van Nuys, CA 91401
(818) 785-2195
Van Nuys, CA 91401
(818) 785-2195
Gr: K-5 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Kittridge Street Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
13619 Kittridge St.
Van Nuys, CA 91401
(818) 786-7926
Van Nuys, CA 91401
(818) 786-7926
Gr: K-5 | 768 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 91401, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 91401, CA include Chandler Elementary School, Erwin Elementary School and Ararat Charter.
How many public elementary schools are located in 91401?
5 public elementary schools are located in 91401.
What is the racial composition of students in 91401?
91401 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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