Serving 757 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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Valley Academy of Arts and Sciences covers the entire district in Granada Hills, CA, encompassing approximately 959.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 23.1 miles to the nearest zone edge and the furthest edge reaching up to 103.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences's student population of 757 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
757 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.56, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
62%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Vipers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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 86.2%.
How many students attend Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences?
757 students attend Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Valley Academy Of Arts And Sciences students are Hispanic, 23% 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
Thanksgiving Break Week
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break Week
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break Week
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break Week
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break Week
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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