For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,091 students in Northridge, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Northridge, CA are Valley International Preparatory High School and Northridge Academy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Northridge, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Northridge have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Northridge, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northridge Academy High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Northridge, CA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley International Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18827 Roscoe Blvd.
Northridge, CA 91324
(818) 306-2136
Northridge, CA 91324
(818) 306-2136
Gr: 9-12 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Northridge Academy High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9601 Zelzah Ave.
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 700-2222
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 700-2222
Gr: 9-12 | 832 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Northridge, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
20040 Parthenia St.
Northridge, CA 91324
(818) 646-4992
Northridge, CA 91324
(818) 646-4992
Gr: 5-8 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Valley Community Charter (Closed 2006)
Charter School
9333 Brightwood Ct.
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 920-5285
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 920-5285
Gr: K-6 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Northridge, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Northridge, CA include Valley International Preparatory High School and Northridge Academy High School.
How many public high schools are located in Northridge?
2 public high schools are located in Northridge.
What is the racial composition of students in Northridge?
Northridge public high schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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