Serving 794 students in grades 9-12, Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 794 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences's student population of 794 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
794 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Mascot
Vipers
School Rankings
Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences 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 Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences is 0.55, 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
#4777 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vipers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences's ranking?
Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences is ranked #4777 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences often compared to?
Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciencesis often viewed alongside schools like Northridge Academy High School, John F. Kennedy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences?
The graduation rate of Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences?
794 students attend Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences?
Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences offer ?
Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences part of?
Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
School Closed - Admissions Day (Events)
August 29, 2025 (Friday)
School Closed - Labor Day (Events)
September 01, 2025 (Monday)
School Closed - Labor Day (Events)
September 01, 2025 (Monday)
School Closed (Events)
September 23, 2025 (Tuesday)
School Closed (Events)
October 02, 2025 (Thursday)
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