Best Schools in West Hills, California
17 schools · 12 Elementary · 3 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in West Hills?
Use this page to compare every school in West Hills by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Pomelo Community Charter
Elementary · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Haynes Charter for Enriched Studies
Elementary · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Welby Way Charter Elem Sch and Gifted-High Ability Magnet
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 West Hills for 2026 are Pomelo Community Charter (8.8/10), Haynes Charter for Enriched Studies (8.4/10), and Welby Way Charter Elem Sch and Gifted-High Ability Magnet (7.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
17
8 public · 9 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$877,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
17
8 public · 9 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$877,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 6.7/10 despite 86% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.5 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 West Hills schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +12.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among West Hills schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in West Hills
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 rated schools; 17 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pomelo Community Charter | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Haynes Charter for Enriched Studies | 8.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Welby Way Charter Elem Sch and Gifted-High Ability Magnet | 7.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Nevada Avenue Elementary | 6.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Hamlin Charter Academy | 5.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Capistrano Avenue Elementary | 5.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Justice Street Academy Charter | 5.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Enadia Way Technology Charter | 4.4 / 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
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $109,222
- Median home value
- $877,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 42%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
36% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How West Hills compares
California rank
#327 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.0
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$109k
110% of California median
Schools in this city
14
Los Angeles Unified runs West Hills's public schools
8 public schools. Los Angeles Unified is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in West Hills is a Los Angeles Unified school (8 of 8).
Among 8 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.4 to 8.8 — the spread is inside West Hills, not a citywide average.
About Schools in West Hills, California
West Hills has 8 ranked public schools with an average score of 7.5 out of 10. Six of those eight — 75% — score 7 or above, making the overall pool unusually consistent. Parents aren't choosing between one strong outlier and a field of weak alternatives. The spread is tight and the floor is high.
The top performer, Justice Street Academy Charter, scores 9.1 out of 10 — a full 1.6 points above the city average. That gap is meaningful and reflects a school operating at a different performance level than its local peers. Two other elementary charters, Pomelo Community Charter and Welby Way Charter Elementary, each score 8.0. Welby Way carries an added distinction: it houses a Gifted/High Ability Magnet program, giving families of academically advanced students a structured public-school option without leaving the district.
Conventional neighborhood elementary schools hold their own in the rankings. Capistrano Avenue Elementary scores 7.9 and Nevada Avenue Elementary scores 7.6 — both above the city average and competitive by regional standards. Families who prefer a traditional school assignment over a charter application process have genuine quality available to them.
The practical picture: West Hills' highest-ranked schools are all elementary. Parents with school-age children in the younger grades have the most options at the top of the performance range. If middle or high school is the immediate decision, trace the feeder patterns from these elementary schools before assuming the same performance level continues. For families open to charters or magnets, demand at Justice Street (9.1) and Pomelo (8.0) typically means application timelines matter — check enrollment windows early. The overall consistency of the West Hills pool means even families who don't land a first-choice charter are unlikely to end up in a poorly performing school. With 75% of ranked schools clearing the 7-point threshold, the floor here is higher than most comparable California cities of similar size.
Elementary Schools
12 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 587 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.8 | ||
| 2 | 392 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.4 | ||
| 3 | 777 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.0 | ||
| 4 | 386 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.7 | ||
| 5 | 308 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.7 | ||
| 6 | 422 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.6 | ||
| 7 | 428 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.6 | ||
| 8 | 201 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.4 | ||
Private Schools4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Kadima Day SchoolPrivate 209 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | West Valley Christian SchoolPrivate 216 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Show all 12 elementary schools in West Hills
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | De Toldeo High SchoolPrivate 357 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated |
| 2 | 1,859 students · 6th–12th | Not Rated |
| 3 | De Toledo High SchoolPrivate 329 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stars AcademyPrivate 40 students · Kindergarten–10th | Not Rated |
| 2 | 37 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in West Hills
West Hills, California · 17 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$109,222
Median Home Value
$877,300
Median Rent
$2,714/mo
Population
79,617
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Community Profile
West Hills has a median household income of $109,222. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $877,300, with a median rent of $2,714/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 12
- High
- 3
- Other
- 2
Resources
School District
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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 West Hills, California
How many schools are in West Hills, California?
West Hills has 17 schools, including 8 public and 9 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in West Hills, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in West Hills is 6.3 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 West Hills, California?
The top-ranked school in West Hills on MySchoolScout is Pomelo Community Charter with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in West Hills, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in West Hills on MySchoolScout is Pomelo Community Charter with a composite score of 8.8/10.
How many school districts serve West Hills, California?
West Hills is served by 1 school district: Los Angeles Unified.
What is the education level in West Hills, California?
According to Census data, 42% of adults in West Hills have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in West Hills, California?
The median household income in West Hills is approximately $109,222 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in West Hills, California?
Yes, West Hills has 9 private schools alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Kadima Day School with a score of 7.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in West Hills, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in West Hills is 14.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in West Hills, 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.