Serving 1,784 students in grades 4-12, Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 1,784 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies's student population of 1,784 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
1,784 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies is 0.70, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1947 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies's ranking?
Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies is ranked #1947 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies often compared to?
Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies?
The graduation rate of Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies?
1,784 students attend Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies?
Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies offer ?
Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies part of?
Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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