Best Schools in Valley Village, California
12 schools · 7 Elementary · 5 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Valley Village by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Colfax Charter Elementary
Elementary · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Valley Torah High School
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Valley Torah High School Girls' Division
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Valley Village for 2026 are Colfax Charter Elementary (9.0/10), Valley Torah High School (7.2/10), and Valley Torah High School Girls' Division (6.9/10), 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
12
2 public · 10 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$990,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
12
2 public · 10 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$990,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Valley Village
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 12). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colfax Charter Elementary | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Valley Torah High School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Valley Torah High School Girls' Division | 6.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Yeshiva Ketana of Los Angeles | 6.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Beth Hillel Day School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Beth Hillel Day School | 5.8 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $81,233
- Median home value
- $990,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 51%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 23%
29% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Valley Village compares
California rank
#183 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$81k
81% of California median
Schools in this city
7
About Schools in Valley Village, California
Valley Village, California is home to 12 schools, including 2 public schools and 10 private schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, , and 5 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Valley Village show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Valley Village is Colfax Charter Elementary with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Valley Village is served by 2 school districts: Citizens of the World Charter School East Valley District, Los Angeles Unified. These districts collectively serve 420,401 students.
Valley Village's community shows 51% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $81,233. The poverty rate in the area is 14.2%.
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
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 751 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.0 | ||
| 2 | 472 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.6 | ||
| Private Schools 5 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Yeshiva Ketana of Los Angeles
Private
250 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.4 | ||
| 2 | Beth Hillel Day School
Private
82 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.0 | ||
| 3 | Beth Hillel Day School
Private
85 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.8 | ||
| 4 | Yeshiva Ketana of Los Angeles
Private
260 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 5 | Beth Hillel Day
Private
11 students · Kindergarten–6th | — | ||
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Valley Torah High School
Private
231 students · 9th–12th | 7.2 |
| 2 | 90 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 |
| 3 | Yeshiva Ner Aryeh
Private
59 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated |
| 4 | Valley Torah High School
Private
271 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated |
| 5 | Yeshiva Ner Aryeh
Private
22 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Valley Village
Valley Village, California · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$81,233
Median Home Value
$990,500
Median Rent
$2,057/mo
Population
67,951
College Educated
51%
Homeownership
23%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Community Profile
Valley Village has a median household income of $81,233. It is a well-educated community where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $990,500, with a median rent of $2,057/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.2%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 7
- High
- 5
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Common questions about schools in Valley Village, California
How many schools are in Valley Village, California?
Valley Village has 12 schools, including 2 public and 10 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Valley Village, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Valley Village is 6.8 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 Valley Village, California?
The top-ranked school in Valley Village on MySchoolScout is Colfax Charter Elementary with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Valley Village, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Valley Village on MySchoolScout is Colfax Charter Elementary with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best high school in Valley Village, California?
The top-ranked high school in Valley Village on MySchoolScout is Valley Torah High School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Valley Village, California?
Valley Village is served by 2 school districts: Citizens of the World Charter School East Valley District, Los Angeles Unified.
What is the education level in Valley Village, California?
According to Census data, 51% of adults in Valley Village have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Valley Village, California?
The median household income in Valley Village is approximately $81,233 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Valley Village, California?
Yes, Valley Village has 10 private schools alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Valley Torah High School with a score of 7.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Valley Village, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Valley Village is 9.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Valley Village, 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.