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Cantara Street Elementary School

Los Angeles, CA 91335

Phone: (818) 342-5191
Fax: (818) 344-1214
District: Los Angeles Unified School District

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public • Grades KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 357 students

Cantara Street Elementary School, a public school located in Los Angeles, CA, serves grades K-5 in the Los Angeles Unified School District.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.

Cantara Street Elementary School is a public school located in Los Angeles, CA. 357 students attend Cantara Street Elementary School.

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Category	Rating	Details
Test Scores	7/10	The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) data from California Department of Education, and using 2025 California Science Test data from California Department of Education.
Student Growth	10/10	The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from California Department of Education.

Posted: January 27, 2026

The teachers and administrative staff here are so kind and caring. The student to teacher ratio is excellent. The school is small, and the principal seems to know every single student and their families. My child isn't old enough for the arts magnet program yet, but the music department puts on an impressive performance. Furthermore, the after school program is amazing. My daughter gets individual attention, physical exercise, and help with her homework. For my young daughter's elementary school experience, all I want is for her to feel surrounded by adults who care about her, and Cantara is exactly that. Truly this place is a hidden gem.

Posted: August 19, 2025

School doesn't let kids bring backpacks. Unenrolled my kid. Crazy

Posted: October 5, 2021

I would like to thank all the office staff and the great teachers my children have had. Thank you for all youre great work and support always there to help in anyway my oldest son graduated 6 years ago and now I have a 5th grade and 3rd grade my kids love Cantara

Posted: October 5, 2021

Posted: June 15, 2020

As a parent, I think my son had learned and improved a lot through out the years in Cantara Street Elementary. I am glad that he was in VAPA Magnet in his 5th grade because he had opportunity to learn and enjoy arts and music. I highly recommend the VAPA Magnet Program.

Posted: June 15, 2020

My daughter attended 5th grade of the VAPA magnet program and she did well. The input she had was wonderful and helped her blossom into a more confident child. She experienced many wonderful opportunities and the preparation for middle school has been thorough. I am extremely pleased with her experience at this school. I would highly recommend it.

Posted: June 15, 2020

They gave just the right amount. Enough to reinforce what was learnt without unnecessarily stressing the child.

Posted: June 15, 2020

My daughter attended the VAPA magnet and had an extremely diligent, committed, dedicated and inspirational teacher.

Posted: June 15, 2020

These character traits were actively acknowledged and encouraged.

Posted: June 15, 2020

The principal is extremely passionate about doing what is best for the children. She is very approachable.

Posted: August 8, 2018

Cantara Elementary has gone above and beyond my expectations as I recently moved here from the Midwest. The faculty at this school is ALL HEART. I have experienced first hand the loving and caring approach this group of teachers & staff use on a daily basis. They effectively communicate with parents and hold community / family events (such as movie night, etc) which gives that "small town feeling" and the sense of feeling safe. We all understand the hardships that come with being a part of LAUSD but this team works with what they have and are creative. Come be a part of a real school with a community backing and teachers who are developing our future stars. This elementary school is on track to be the example of what quality education is in this area.

Posted: June 21, 2018

The office staff is friendly and helpful and the teachers are supportive. Over the past several years we have enjoyed being a part of the Cantara community.

Posted: June 21, 2018

Teachers communicate regularly with parents not just at conference time. Children show so much growth as students and members of their community.

Posted: June 21, 2018

Posted: June 14, 2018

Students who have IEPs and are in Special Day Classes benefit from participation with General Education students. Students who have IEPs and are enrolled in General Education classes benefit from knowledgeable Resource teachers as well as support staff. The school offers clear and consistent help to parents both within IEP meetings and beyond.

Posted: June 14, 2018

Cantara Street School has so much to offer! Teachers strive to educate the whole child. With the addition of Restorative Justice practices, students have become better communicators with their peers. Students engage with inspiring music and drama teachers and the upper grades benefit from a grant that brings in a professional dance teacher. This year the fifth graders took home a second place trophy! As parents we all need to make sure our students get the most from their elementary school experience. Good attendance is celebrated monthly.

Posted: June 6, 2018

Cantara Street Elementary School has given me an amazing and unforgettable experience. I hope that everyone that attends this school has just as an incredible experience as I did. The teachers are extremely supportive and I can say with confidence that I was ready for middle school.

Posted: October 17, 2017

The ONLY good thing about this school is it's Pre-School. Mrs. DeCardo is an excellent teacher. My child learned so much from her. Her current teacher is horrible! The staff in the front office are rude and act as though asking them a question is an inconvenience. My daughter use to love going to school now I have to fight with her to go. The proof is in the pudding.

Posted: October 17, 2017

Posted: June 8, 2015

My daughter went to pre-school and returning as kinder. For 2.5 hours a day, my daughter learned so much (theses kids at 4-5 years old learned 1-100, basis math and ABCs). I couldn't thank the teacher and teacher asst enough how much my daughter grew. It's sad that the pre-school program is ending. Cantara may be a low-income public school but it gave my daughter world-class preparation.

Posted: June 8, 2015

Posted: May 17, 2015

It is fun a little but kinda boreding I like playing at recess And lunch It is the best school

Posted: June 17, 2012

This school fosters a caring and learning environment. The community has been undergoing changes along with the economy these past few years, but kids are still well taught and fully engaged.

Posted: May 14, 2012

i used to come here a long time ago. its not the best school but for me it was. I went until half of 5th grade then moved to fresno. the schools lunch was good the teachers were nice and there after school program was great...i used to be the schools vice president. idk if they still have that though O.o. im am now goin to finish 8th grade and go to high school. i think this school is great!

Posted: February 22, 2012

There are few teachers who actually care for the student. The principle doesn't care what complaints you have against a teacher, and act like your the only one who is to blame. As stated below they very much need to improve their bedside manner because they have horrible attitudes towards parents.

Posted: February 21, 2012

Pre-School teacher Mrs. South is one of the greatest teachers I have ever met. She is WONDERFUL!!!! This might not be one of the greatest schools, however there are some really great teachers.

Posted: June 12, 2011

Dumbing down of Gifted students & raising up of underacheivers. Feels "politically correct." My child has busted his but on projects and gotten under graded while Iv'e seen some pretty bad work that got great grades. Maybe the Teacher is evening the playing field, but it's upseting to see that hard work doesn't always get recognized. Thank goodness for the CST scores, they can't play with those.

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