LA CANADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

La Canada Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the La Canada Unified school district, located in La Canada, CA with about 671 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 28 teachers, La Canada Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.

La Cañada Elementary (LCE) is a highly-regarded public school located in the affluent community of La Cañada Flintridge, California. Serving students from transitional kindergarten through sixth grade, the school is part of the La Cañada Unified School District, which is consistently ranked among the top-performing districts in the state. Known for its academic excellence and a strong sense of community, LCE fosters an environment where high expectations for student achievement are balanced with a focus on character development and social-emotional growth.

The school is well-supported by an active parent community and the LCE Educational Foundation, which help provide robust resources, enrichment programs, and technological tools that enhance the standard curriculum. Beyond academics, the school emphasizes a "well-rounded" education, offering various extracurricular opportunities that encourage creativity, leadership, and school spirit—often represented by their mascot, the Lion. With its focus on rigorous instruction and a nurturing atmosphere, La Cañada Elementary is widely recognized as a cornerstone of the local neighborhood.

For more information, contact La Canada Elementary at (818) 952-8350 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.