Atherwood Elementary School

About Atherwood Elementary School

Atherwood Elementary School is a public school located in the heart of Los Angeles, California. It is part of the Los Angeles Unified School District and serves students in grades K-5. Atherwood is committed to providing a safe and nurturing learning environment where all students can reach their full potential. The school strives to create a community of learners who are engaged in a rigorous academic program, while developing a strong sense of self-worth and respect for others.
Atherwood has a variety of programs and activities to enrich the learning experience of its students. The school offers a full range of academic courses, from core classes such as math, science, and language arts, to electives like art, music, and physical education. Atherwood also provides an array of extracurricular activities, including sports teams, clubs, and after-school programs.
In addition to its commitment to academic excellence, Atherwood is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for all students. The school has an active anti-bullying program, and provides counseling and other resources to help students succeed. Atherwood also has a strong commitment to diversity, and works to provide a culturally-inclusive learning environment.
Atherwood Elementary School is an excellent choice for families looking for a quality education in a supportive and diverse learning environment.

Address:	2350 E. Greensward St. Simi Valley, CA 93065
Phone:	(805) 520-6730
Site:	–
Grades:	K – 6
Enrollment:	501 students

Overview Atherwood Elementary School

Atherwood Elementary School serves 501 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
Atherwood Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Atherwood Elementary School

Atherwood Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Atherwood Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.