For the 2025-26 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,772 students in 91601, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 613 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 91601, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 91601, CA are Science Academy Stem Magnet, Colfax Charter Elementary School and North Hollywood Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 91601 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 91601, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91601, CA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Science Academy Stem Magnet
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 95% | Reading: 96%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5525 Vineland Ave.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 753-4470
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 753-4470
Gr: 6-12 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Colfax Charter Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4935 Colfax Ave.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 761-5115
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 761-5115
Gr: K-5 | 751 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
North Hollywood Senior High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5231 Colfax Ave.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 753-6200
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 753-6200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,482 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #44.
Toluca Lake Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4840 Cahuenga Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 761-3339
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 761-3339
Gr: K-5 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #55.
New Horizons Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5955 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 655-9602
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 655-9602
Gr: K-8 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #66.
Lankershim Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5250 Bakman Ave.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 769-3130
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 769-3130
Gr: K-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Maurice Sendak Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11414 West Tiara St.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 509-3400
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 509-3400
Gr: K-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
East Valley Senior High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5525 Vineland Ave.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 753-4400
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 753-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #99.
Amelia Earhart Continuation
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5355 Colfax Ave.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 769-4877
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 769-4877
Gr: 9-12 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 91601, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 91601, CA include Science Academy Stem Magnet, Colfax Charter Elementary School and North Hollywood Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 91601?
9 public schools are located in 91601.
What percentage of students in 91601 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 91601 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 91601?
91601 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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