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#255 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 3% in state

Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles

Middle School · Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles District

8015 Van Nuys Blvd., Panorama City, CA 91402

Charter

Enrollment

150

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

9.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#255 of 9,539

In Panorama City

#2 of 12

public schools

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles

9.0/10

Middle School in Panorama City · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.9/10

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About Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles

Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles is a public middle school in Panorama City, CA, part of Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles District. Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles serves approximately 150 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #255 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

How it compares2.5 pts above CA schools
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 150 students, Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+1.4 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2024
TrendImproving
Academics7.4Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-13 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.7 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,115

Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles — Students at Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 21.3% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 47.7% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
46.6% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2018
Math
20%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
23.7%
ELA
50.8%
2024
Math
21.3%
ELA
51.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.

How Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles Compares

See how Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
97th percentile in CA
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
85%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
9 teachers

Location

8015 Van Nuys Blvd., Panorama City, CA 91402

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Vista Middle (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Valley Charter Middle (rated 6.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Van Nuys), a more accessible option. For more schools in Panorama City, see our Panorama City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Panorama High Panorama City 0.0 mi 6.9
Cal Burke High Panorama City 0.2 mi 5.6
Michelle Obama Elementary Panorama City 0.3 mi 7.1
Burton Street Elementary Panorama City 0.5 mi 4.5
ST GENEVIEVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Panorama City 0.7 mi 6.3
Vista Middle Panorama City 0.7 mi 7.7
ST GENEVIEVE HIGH SCHOOL Panorama City 0.7 mi 5.1
St. Genevieve High School Panorama City 0.7 mi
Robert Fulton College Preparatory Van Nuys 0.8 mi 6.7
Panorama City Elementary Panorama City 0.8 mi 9.2
Chase Street Elementary Panorama City 0.8 mi 7.1
Lashon Academy Los Angeles 0.9 mi 7.3
Noble Avenue Elementary North Hills 0.8 mi 5.0
Ranchito Avenue Elementary Panorama City 0.9 mi 6.9
Valerio Street Elementary Van Nuys 1.0 mi 5.7
Valley Charter Middle Van Nuys 1.1 mi 6.2
Alta California Elementary Panorama City 1.1 mi 8.8
Valor Academy Elementary Los Angeles 1.1 mi 8.7
Rosa Parks Learning Center North Hills 1.2 mi 6.0
Hazeltine Avenue Elementary Van Nuys 1.2 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,369

Median Home Value

$586,500

Median Rent

$1,607/mo

Population

66,710

College Educated

18.8%

Homeownership

34.4%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

20.1%

Median Age

35.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles

What grades does Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles serve?

Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles?

Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles has an enrollment of approximately 150 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles?

The student-teacher ratio at Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles rank in CA?

Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles ranks #255 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles's MySchoolScout rating?

Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

Is Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles a charter school?

Yes, Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles a Title I school?

No, Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles?

84.7% of students at Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles 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
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
54 Good Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County

District

Girls Athletic Leadership School Los Angeles District
District Enrollment
150
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,115
District Rank
#1 of 1

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