SHIRLEY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Shirley Avenue Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Reseda, CA with about 460 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 20 teachers, Shirley Avenue 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.

Shirley Avenue Elementary School is a public school located in the Reseda neighborhood of the San Fernando Valley, serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), the school provides a comprehensive primary education that emphasizes core academic subjects while fostering a supportive environment for its diverse student body. The school facility serves as a focal point for the surrounding residential community, aiming to create a stable and nurturing space for early childhood development.

In addition to its standard curriculum, Shirley Avenue Elementary generally offers various resources typical of the LAUSD system, including programs for English language learners and special education services. The school is committed to preparing its students for success in middle school through a focus on foundational literacy and numeracy. Parents and guardians often value the school’s efforts to maintain an active educational environment that encourages parental involvement and community spirit within the Hart Street area of Reseda.

For more information, contact Shirley Avenue Elementary at (818) 342-6183 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.