Arleta High School

14200 Van Nuys Blvd.
Pacoima, CA 91331
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 1,126 students in grades 9-12, Arleta High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,126 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : 95% (Top 30% in CA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Arleta High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

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School Overview

Arleta High School's student population of 1,126 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,126 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
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School Rankings

Arleta High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arleta High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (CA)
#2798 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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10-14%
34%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Arleta High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in California by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
35-39%
49%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Arleta High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of California by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
1%
12%
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Hispanic
96%
56%
This chart display the percentage of Hispanic students in Arleta High School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in California by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Black
1%
5%
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White
2%
21%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in CA.
0.08
This chart display the diversity score of Arleta High School and the public school average diversity score of California by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
95%
84%
This chart display graduation rate of Arleta High School and public school graduation rate of California by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
51%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Arleta High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in California by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Arleta High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in California by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Arleta High School's ranking?
Arleta High School is ranked #2798 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Arleta High School often compared to?
Arleta High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Fernando Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arleta High School?
The graduation rate of Arleta High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Arleta High School?
1,126 students attend Arleta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Arleta High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arleta High School?
Arleta High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arleta High School offer ?
Arleta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Arleta High School part of?
Arleta High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.

School Reviews

5   6/29/2020
Arleta is one of the best schools I have ever seen and been to in my life. I love how the teachers are so supportive, motivating and helpful. The staff is amazing as well and their security is also quite a high level. I love the way teachers explain lessons and prepare us for the future. This school is definitely worth.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Rinky Swan

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,126 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : 95% (Top 30%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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