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Arleta High

High School · Los Angeles Unified

14200 Van Nuys Blvd., Arleta, CA 91331

Enrollment

1,092

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#5,672 of 9,539

In Arleta

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#582 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Arleta High

5.9/10

High School in Arleta · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Arleta High

Arleta High is a public high school in Arleta, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Arleta High serves approximately 1,092 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Arleta High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,672 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Arleta High show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Arleta High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-17.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-29.2 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-8.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
College Readiness6.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%
AP Participation14.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism33.4%

Arleta High — Students at Arleta High score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 28.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 43.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
26%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
10.8%
ELA
26.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.

How Arleta High Compares

See how Arleta High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
41th percentile in CA
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.6
Sports
4
2 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
14.6% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics4sports offered
2 boys'·2 girls'·24 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

14200 Van Nuys Blvd., Arleta, CA 91331

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Arleta High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Valor Academy High (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mission Continuation (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby San Fernando), which scores notably higher. Additionally, San Fernando Senior High (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby San Fernando), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arleta, see our Arleta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Beachy Avenue Elementary Arleta 0.3 mi 6.7
Sharp Avenue Elementary Arleta 0.6 mi 5.3
Liggett Street Elementary Panorama City 0.7 mi 7.0
MARY IMMACULATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacoima 0.7 mi 6.3
Mary Immaculate Elementary School Pacoima 0.7 mi
DEVONSHIRE MONTESSORI Mission Hills 1.0 mi
Lassen Elementary North Hills 1.0 mi 7.3
Pacoima Middle Pacoima 1.1 mi 7.9
Valor Academy High Los Angeles 1.1 mi 8.8
San Jose Street Elementary Mission Hills 1.2 mi 7.7
Mission Continuation San Fernando 1.4 mi 7.7
Primary Academy for Success Panorama City 1.3 mi 7.5
Plummer Elementary North Hills 1.3 mi 4.6
Telfair Avenue Elementary Pacoima 1.4 mi 6.6
Haddon Avenue Elementary Pacoima 1.2 mi 5.1
San Fernando Senior High San Fernando 1.5 mi 7.3
Canterbury Avenue Elementary Arleta 1.4 mi 7.7
Valor Academy Elementary Los Angeles 1.5 mi 8.7
Alta California Elementary Panorama City 1.5 mi 8.8
Francisco Sepulveda Middle North Hills 1.4 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91331 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,025

Median Home Value

$609,300

Median Rent

$1,818/mo

Population

98,820

College Educated

11.2%

Homeownership

62.8%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

34.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Arleta High

What grades does Arleta High serve?

Arleta High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Arleta High?

Arleta High has an enrollment of approximately 1,092 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Arleta High?

The student-teacher ratio at Arleta High is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Arleta High rank in CA?

Arleta High ranks #5,672 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Arleta High's MySchoolScout rating?

Arleta High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Arleta High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Arleta High has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Arleta High a charter school?

No, Arleta High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Arleta High a Title I school?

No, Arleta High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arleta High?

83.8% of students at Arleta High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,092
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.4%
4-Year Graduation
95.0%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#582 of 769

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