Best Schools in Sun Valley, California
19 schools · 11 Elementary · 1 Middle · 6 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Sun Valley?
Use this page to compare every school in Sun Valley by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Stonehurst Avenue Elementary
Elementary · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Fenton Charter Leadership Academy
Elementary · Fenton Charter Leadership Academy District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Roscoe 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 Sun Valley for 2026 are Stonehurst Avenue Elementary (9.2/10), Fenton Charter Leadership Academy (8.9/10), and Roscoe Elementary (8.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 14 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
14 public · 5 private
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$700,100
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
19
14 public · 5 private
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$700,100
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Rates 8.7/10 despite 92% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.3 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 Sun Valley schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +14.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Sun Valley schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Sun Valley
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 14 rated schools; 19 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stonehurst Avenue Elementary | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Fenton Charter Leadership Academy | 8.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Roscoe Elementary | 8.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Fenton Stem Acad: Elem Center for Sci Tech Engr and Math | 8.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Sun Valley Magnet | 7.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Fernangeles Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Alliance Marine - Innovation and Technology 6-12 Complex | 7.6 / 10 |
| 8 | John H. Francis Polytechnic | 7.6 / 10 |
| 9 | Glenwood Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 10 | Virtual Academy of International Studies/humanities | 7.5 / 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
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $74,621
- Median home value
- $700,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 53%
71% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Sun Valley compares
California rank
#50 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.0
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$75k
75% of California median
Schools in this city
17
Los Angeles Unified runs 79% of Sun Valley's public schools
Sun Valley touches 4 districts, but Los Angeles Unified is the one most addresses actually attend.
Los Angeles Unified accounts for 11 of 14 public schools (79%). The other 3 districts hold the remaining 3.
Among 14 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.1 to 9.2 — the spread is inside Sun Valley, not a citywide average.
- Los Angeles Unified11 public · 79%
- Alliance Marine - Innovation and Tech 6-12 Complex Dist1 public · 7%
- Fenton Charter Leadership Academy District1 public · 7%
- Fenton Stem Acad: Elem Ctr For Sci Tech Engr and Math Dist1 public · 7%
About Schools in Sun Valley, California
Sun Valley is a neighborhood in the northeastern San Fernando Valley with 13 ranked public schools and an average score of 6.6 out of 10. That average sits in competitive territory for an urban Los Angeles neighborhood, and the spread across those 13 schools is meaningful: five of them — 38% of the ranked total — score 7.0 or higher, giving families with the flexibility to choose real options at the top of the range.
Elementary is where Sun Valley's strongest offerings cluster. Stonehurst Avenue Elementary leads the city with a 9.2 out of 10, making it one of the higher-performing elementary schools in this part of Los Angeles County. Fenton STEM Academy: Elementary Center for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math scores 8.1, and Glenwood Elementary and Fenton Charter Leadership Academy round out the upper tier at 7.6 and 7.5, respectively. Two Fenton-affiliated charters appearing in that top five reflects a deliberate school choice ecosystem in Sun Valley — parents willing to navigate the charter application process gain access to above-average options beyond their neighborhood boundary school.
The middle school picture is thinner but solid. Richard E. Byrd Middle scores 8.2, placing it among the top-performing schools in the city and giving elementary graduates a strong continuation path. Parents should map their elementary choice with an eye toward Byrd's feeder patterns and any charter transitions, since middle school options narrow compared to the elementary tier.
Practically, Sun Valley rewards parents who research early. The 6.6 city average reflects a wide distribution — schools below the average pull that number down, but the 38% scoring 7-plus means strong performers are accessible, not rare. Charter seats at the Fenton schools require applications and can fill quickly. Families zoned to lower-scoring neighborhood schools have credible alternatives within the same community. Start with Stonehurst Avenue Elementary and Byrd Middle as anchors, then evaluate the Fenton charters based on program fit and your child's grade level. The data supports being selective here — the gap between the top and middle of Sun Valley's school list is wide enough to matter.
Elementary Schools
11 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 265 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.2 | ||
| 2 | 331 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.9 | ||
| 3 | 496 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.7 | ||
| 4 | 330 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.1 | ||
| 5 | 462 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.7 | ||
| 6 | 201 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.6 | ||
| 7 | 231 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.0 | ||
Private Schools4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 91 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Grace Community SchoolPrivate 180 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | 175 students · Kindergarten–6th | Not Rated | ||
Show all 11 elementary schools in Sun Valley
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 968 students · 6th–8th | 7.2 |
High Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,279 students · 6th–12th | 7.8 | ||
| 2 | 1,074 students · 6th–12th | 7.6 | ||
| 3 | 2,215 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 | ||
| 4 | 347 students · 6th–12th | 6.7 | ||
| 5 | 74 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Village Christian SchoolPrivate 494 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 737 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.5 |
Schools in Sun Valley
Sun Valley, California · 19 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$74,621
Median Home Value
$700,100
Median Rent
$1,761/mo
Population
46,153
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
53%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Community Profile
Sun Valley has a median household income of $74,621. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $700,100, with a median rent of $1,761/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.5%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 11
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 6
- Other
- 1
Resources
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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.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Sun Valley, California
How many schools are in Sun Valley, California?
Sun Valley has 19 schools, including 14 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sun Valley, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sun Valley is 7.3 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 Sun Valley, California?
The top-ranked school in Sun Valley on MySchoolScout is Stonehurst Avenue Elementary with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sun Valley, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sun Valley on MySchoolScout is Stonehurst Avenue Elementary with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Sun Valley, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Sun Valley on MySchoolScout is Richard E. Byrd Middle with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best high school in Sun Valley, California?
The top-ranked high school in Sun Valley on MySchoolScout is Sun Valley Magnet with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Sun Valley, California?
Sun Valley is served by 4 school districts: Fenton Stem Acad: Elem Ctr for Sci Tech Engr and Math Dist, Alliance Marine - Innovation and Tech 6-12 Complex Dist, Fenton Charter Leadership Academy District, Los Angeles Unified.
What is the education level in Sun Valley, California?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Sun Valley have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sun Valley, California?
The median household income in Sun Valley is approximately $74,621 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Sun Valley, California?
Yes, Sun Valley has 5 private schools alongside 14 public schools. The top-rated private school is Village Christian School with a score of 6.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sun Valley, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sun Valley is 18.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sun Valley, 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.