SYLVAN PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sylvan Park Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Van Nuys, CA with about 882 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 37 teachers, Sylvan Park 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.

Sylvan Park Elementary, located in Van Nuys, California, is a public school serving students within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). As a neighborhood school, it is committed to fostering an inclusive academic environment that emphasizes core curriculum development while supporting the diverse social and emotional needs of its student population. The school aims to provide a structured foundation in literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking to prepare young learners for future educational success.

The school is known for its efforts to build a strong partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding community. By leveraging its resources as part of the LAUSD system, Sylvan Park Elementary focuses on creating a safe and engaging campus culture where students are encouraged to participate in school-wide activities and character-building programs. Its mission is centered on equipping students with the tools necessary to become productive, lifelong learners within a supportive and collaborative setting.

For more information, contact Sylvan Park Elementary at (818) 988-4020 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.