Serving 1,279 students in grades 6-12, Sun Valley Magnet 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sun Valley Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sun Valley Magnet's student population of 1,279 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
To ignite the imagination and bring joy to learning.
School Rankings
Sun Valley Magnet ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sun Valley Magnet is 0.17, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#7605 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Sun Valley Magnet's ranking?
Sun Valley Magnet is ranked #7605 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sun Valley Magnet?
The graduation rate of Sun Valley Magnet is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sun Valley Magnet?
1,279 students attend Sun Valley Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Sun Valley Magnet students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sun Valley Magnet?
Sun Valley Magnet has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sun Valley Magnet offer ?
Sun Valley Magnet offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Sun Valley Magnet part of?
Sun Valley Magnet is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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