Best Schools in Sherman Oaks, California
19 schools · 12 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Sherman Oaks by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Riverside Drive Charter
Elementary · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Chandler Elementary
Elementary · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Sherman Oaks Elementary Charter
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 Sherman Oaks for 2026 are Riverside Drive Charter (8.3/10), Chandler Elementary (8.1/10), and Sherman Oaks Elementary Charter (7.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
19
6 public · 13 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$1,188,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
19
6 public · 13 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$1,188,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +0.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Sherman Oaks schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Sherman Oaks
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 rated schools; 19 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Riverside Drive Charter | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Chandler Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Sherman Oaks Elementary Charter | 7.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Ivy Bound Acad of Math Sci and Tech Charter Mid | 7.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Dixie Canyon Community Charter | 6.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Louis Armstrong Middle | 6.5 / 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
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $94,996
- Median home value
- $1,188,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 52%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 36%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Sherman Oaks compares
California rank
#206 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$95k
95% of California median
Schools in this city
12
Los Angeles Unified runs 83% of Sherman Oaks's public schools
Sherman Oaks touches 2 districts, but Los Angeles Unified is the one most addresses actually attend.
Los Angeles Unified accounts for 5 of 6 public schools (83%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 6 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.5 to 8.3 — the spread is inside Sherman Oaks, not a citywide average.
- Los Angeles Unified5 public · 83%
- Ivy Bound Acad of Math Sci and Tech Charter Mid District1 public · 17%
About Schools in Sherman Oaks, California
Sherman Oaks, California is home to 19 schools, including 6 public schools and 13 private schools. The city's schools span 12 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Sherman Oaks show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Sherman Oaks is Riverside Drive Charter with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sherman Oaks is served by 2 school districts: Ivy Bound Acad of Math Sci and Tech Charter Mid District, Los Angeles Unified. These districts collectively serve 420,062 students.
Sherman Oaks's community shows 52% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $94,996. The poverty rate in the area is 12.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
12 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 401 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.3 | ||
| 2 | 414 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.1 | ||
| 3 | 499 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.7 | ||
| 4 | 645 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 | ||
Private Schools8 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 283 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Emek Hebrew AcademyPrivate 789 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | St Francis De Sales SchoolPrivate 301 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | 10 students · Pre-K–TK | Not Rated | ||
| 5 | Nurtury thePrivate 8 students · Pre-K–TK | Not Rated | ||
| 6 | 11 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Show all 12 elementary schools in Sherman Oaks
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 133 students · 5th–8th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 1,212 students · 6th–8th | 6.5 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Notre Dame High SchoolPrivate 1,255 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated |
| 2 | Village Glen SchoolPrivate 89 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
| 3 | BridgeportPrivate 133 students · 3rd–12th | Not Rated |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunrise SchoolPrivate 110 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
| 2 | The Buckley SchoolPrivate 830 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Sherman Oaks
Sherman Oaks, California · 19 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 4 ZIP codes
Median Income
$94,996
Median Home Value
$1,188,300
Median Rent
$2,082/mo
Population
120,633
College Educated
52%
Homeownership
36%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
12.0%
Community Profile
Sherman Oaks has a median household income of $94,996. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,188,300, with a median rent of $2,082/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.0%. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 12
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 3
- Other
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Sherman Oaks, California
How many schools are in Sherman Oaks, California?
Sherman Oaks has 19 schools, including 6 public and 13 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sherman Oaks, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sherman Oaks is 6.7 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 Sherman Oaks, California?
The top-ranked school in Sherman Oaks on MySchoolScout is Riverside Drive Charter with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sherman Oaks, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sherman Oaks on MySchoolScout is Riverside Drive Charter with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Sherman Oaks, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Sherman Oaks on MySchoolScout is Ivy Bound Acad of Math Sci and Tech Charter Mid with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Sherman Oaks, California?
Sherman Oaks is served by 2 school districts: Ivy Bound Acad of Math Sci and Tech Charter Mid District, Los Angeles Unified.
What is the education level in Sherman Oaks, California?
According to Census data, 52% of adults in Sherman Oaks have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sherman Oaks, California?
The median household income in Sherman Oaks is approximately $94,996 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Sherman Oaks, California?
Yes, Sherman Oaks has 13 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Sunrise School with a score of 6.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sherman Oaks, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sherman Oaks is 14.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sherman Oaks, 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.