MOUNTAIN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Mountain Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Glendale Unified school district, located in La Crescenta, CA with about 560 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 20 teachers, Mountain Avenue Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 28:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Mountain Avenue Elementary, located in the foothills of La Crescenta, California, is a highly regarded public school within the Glendale Unified School District. Serving students from kindergarten through sixth grade, the school is well-known for its strong academic focus, dedicated teaching staff, and a supportive parent community. It consistently maintains high performance standards, often ranking among the top elementary schools in the region, and emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that includes arts, technology, and character development alongside core subjects.

The school is deeply integrated into the quiet, residential community of La Crescenta, fostering a neighborhood-centric environment where parent involvement is a cornerstone of daily life. With a long-standing reputation for excellence, Mountain Avenue Elementary provides a structured and nurturing atmosphere designed to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond. Its campus life is frequently enhanced by active extracurricular programs and school-wide events that promote a sense of school spirit and academic achievement.

For more information, contact Mountain Avenue Elementary at (818) 248-7766 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.