Best Schools in North Hollywood, California
44 schools · 31 Elementary · 3 Middle · 7 High · 3 Other
Choosing a school in North Hollywood?
Use this page to compare every school in North Hollywood by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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John B. Monlux Elementary
Elementary · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Bellingham Elementary
Elementary · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Toluca Lake Elementary
Elementary · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in North Hollywood for 2026 are John B. Monlux Elementary (8.9/10), Bellingham Elementary (8.6/10), and Toluca Lake Elementary (8.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 26 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
44
26 public · 18 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$923,320
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
44
26 public · 18 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$923,320
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.9/10 despite 84% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.9 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among North Hollywood schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +13.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among North Hollywood schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in North Hollywood
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 26 rated schools; 44 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | John B. Monlux Elementary | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Bellingham Elementary | 8.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Toluca Lake Elementary | 8.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Walter Reed Middle | 8.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Arminta Street Elementary | 8.2 / 10 |
| 6 | New Horizons Charter Academy | 8.1 / 10 |
| 7 | North Hollywood Senior High | 8.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Roy Romer Middle | 8.0 / 10 |
| 9 | Science Academy Stem Magnet | 7.9 / 10 |
| 10 | James Madison Middle | 7.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $78,376
- Median home value
- $923,320
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 41%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 30%
53% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How North Hollywood compares
California rank
#135 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$78k
79% of California median
Schools in this city
34
Los Angeles Unified runs North Hollywood's public schools
26 public schools. Los Angeles Unified is the dominant district on the page.
Every assigned public school in North Hollywood is a Los Angeles Unified school (25 of 26).
Among 26 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.3 to 8.9 — the spread is inside North Hollywood, not a citywide average.
- Los Angeles Unified25 public · 96%
- New Horizons Charter Academy District1 public · 4%
About Schools in North Hollywood, California
North Hollywood's public school landscape covers 26 ranked schools, with performance skewing notably strong for a dense urban area. The city average sits at 7.2 out of 10, and 16 of those 26 schools — 62% — score 7 or higher. That means most families here have at least one solid option within reach, though the gap between the top and bottom of the range is wide enough to matter when choosing where to live or apply.
Elementary options lead the city in quality. Victory Boulevard Elementary tops the rankings with a 9.1 out of 10, the highest score among all North Hollywood public schools. John B. Monlux Elementary follows closely at 8.9, and Arminta Street Elementary, Burbank Boulevard Elementary, and Maurice Sendak Elementary cluster tightly between 8.6 and 8.7. That concentration of high-performing elementary schools gives families with younger children real choice and competition at the top tier. Parents willing to research boundary lines and open enrollment options will find the most opportunity at this level.
All 26 ranked schools fall within the Los Angeles Unified School District. LAUSD's size means administrative resources and magnet program access, but it also means school quality within North Hollywood varies more than in smaller suburban districts where scores tend to cluster. The 62% rate of schools scoring 7 or above is a meaningful benchmark — it signals that North Hollywood outperforms many comparable urban neighborhoods in the region, but parents should still treat individual school scores as their primary filter rather than relying on the city's overall average.
Practically, families prioritizing elementary school should start with Victory Boulevard and Monlux, then check attendance boundaries early. The strong cluster of top elementary scores suggests North Hollywood rewards parents who research specific schools rather than assuming neighborhood proximity equals quality. For middle and high school options, LAUSD's magnet and school choice programs broaden options beyond local boundaries. Check each school's current score on MySchoolScout and confirm enrollment timelines, since LAUSD application windows for magnets and permits open well before the school year.
Elementary Schools
31 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 657 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.9 |
| 2 | 382 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.6 |
| 3 | 506 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.5 |
| 4 | 340 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 |
| 5 | 195 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.1 |
| 6 | 475 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.8 |
| 7 | 314 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.6 |
| 8 | 315 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.4 |
| 9 | 402 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.0 |
| 10 | 569 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.8 |
Show all 31 elementary schools in North Hollywood
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,525 students · 6th–8th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 773 students · 6th–8th | 8.0 |
| 3 | 1,224 students · 6th–8th | 7.8 |
High Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,482 students · 9th–12th | 8.1 | ||
| 2 | 513 students · 6th–12th | 7.9 | ||
| 3 | 70 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 | ||
| 4 | 538 students · 9th–12th | 5.3 | ||
Private Schools3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Oakwood SecondaryPrivate 530 students · 7th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Summit ViewPrivate 104 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Galaxy Kids AcademyPrivate 12 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 422 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.1 | ||
| 2 | 160 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.3 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Oakwood SchoolPrivate 832 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in North Hollywood
North Hollywood, California · 44 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 5 ZIP codes
Median Income
$78,376
Median Home Value
$923,320
Median Rent
$1,956/mo
Population
182,999
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
30%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Community Profile
North Hollywood has a median household income of $78,376. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $923,320, with a median rent of $1,956/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.4%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 31
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 7
- Other
- 3
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in North Hollywood, California
How many schools are in North Hollywood, California?
North Hollywood has 44 schools, including 26 public and 18 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in North Hollywood, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in North Hollywood is 6.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in North Hollywood, California?
The top-ranked school in North Hollywood on MySchoolScout is John B. Monlux Elementary with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in North Hollywood, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in North Hollywood on MySchoolScout is John B. Monlux Elementary with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best middle school in North Hollywood, California?
The top-ranked middle school in North Hollywood on MySchoolScout is Walter Reed Middle with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best high school in North Hollywood, California?
The top-ranked high school in North Hollywood on MySchoolScout is North Hollywood Senior High with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve North Hollywood, California?
North Hollywood is served by 2 school districts: New Horizons Charter Academy District, Los Angeles Unified.
What is the education level in North Hollywood, California?
According to Census data, 41% of adults in North Hollywood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in North Hollywood, California?
The median household income in North Hollywood is approximately $78,376 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in North Hollywood, California?
Yes, North Hollywood has 18 private schools alongside 26 public schools. The top-rated private school is The Wesley School with a score of 7.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in North Hollywood, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in North Hollywood is 15.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in North Hollywood, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.