Very Good
#207 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 12% of private schools
Kirk O' the Valley School
Elementary School
19620 VANOWEN ST, Reseda, CA 91335
Enrollment
114
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
114
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#207 of 1,787
In Reseda
#1 of 2
public schools
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Kirk O' the Valley School
Elementary School in Reseda · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kirk O' the Valley School
Kirk O' the Valley School is a private elementary school in Reseda, CA. Kirk O' the Valley School serves approximately 114 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Kirk O' the Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #207 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 114 students, Kirk O' the Valley School 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.
At 6.6:1 students to teachers, Kirk O' the Valley School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Kirk O' the Valley School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Kirk O' the Valley School compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Reseda, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kirk O' the Valley School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Shirley Avenue Elementary | 4.9 |
| Sven Lokrantz Special Education Center | 4.1 |
| Virtual Academy of Business & Entrepreneurship | — |
| Vanalden Avenue Elementary | 6.3 |
| Melvin Avenue Elementary | 5.7 |
| Sherman Oaks Center for Enriched Studies | 7.9 |
| Reseda Elementary | 5.6 |
| Blythe Street Elementary | 5.0 |
| Garden Grove Elementary | 7.7 |
| Newcastle Elementary | 6.2 |
| Bertrand Avenue Elementary | 4.5 |
| Cantara Street Elementary | 5.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
19620 VANOWEN ST, Reseda, CA 91335
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kirk O' the Valley School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stanley Mosk Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Winnetka), with a comparable rating. Another option is LITTLE ACORNS GROW (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Vanalden Avenue Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Reseda, see our Reseda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kirk O' The Valley School Reseda | 0.0 mi | — |
| Shirley Avenue Elementary Reseda | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| AGBU MANOOGIAN-DEMIRDJIAN SCHOOL Canoga Park | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| AGBU Manoogian-Demirdjian Canoga Park | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH THE WORKER SCHOOL Winnetka | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| St. Joseph the Worker Elementary Winnetka | 0.7 mi | — |
| Sven Lokrantz Special Education Center Reseda | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Virtual Academy of Business & Entrepreneurship Reseda | 0.7 mi | — |
| Stanley Mosk Elementary Winnetka | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Calvert Charter for Enriched Studies Woodland Hills | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Diane S. Leichman Career Preparatory and Transition Center Reseda | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Ingenium Charter Middle Winnetka | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| John A. Sutter Middle Canoga Park | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| WOODCREST SCHOOL Tarzana | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Melvin Avenue Elementary Reseda | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Fullbright Avenue Elementary Canoga Park | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Vanalden Avenue Elementary Reseda | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| LITTLE ACORNS GROW Reseda | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Little Acorns Grow Reseda | 1.3 mi | — |
| Smart Generation Reseda | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91335 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,164
Median Home Value
$700,400
Median Rent
$1,811/mo
Population
74,802
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
50.7%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
39.4
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CANYON HEIGHTS ACADEMY Campbell, CA | 7.6 |
| CASA DI MIR MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Campbell, CA | 7.6 |
| CHILDRENS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Van Nuys, CA | 7.6 |
| Capistrano Home/Virtual San Juan Capistrano, CA | 7.6 |
| Cuyama Elementary New Cuyama, CA | 7.6 |
| GHS ACADEMY- GOLDEN HILLS SCHOOL El Dorado Hills, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kirk O' the Valley School
What grades does Kirk O' the Valley School serve?
Kirk O' the Valley School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Kirk O' the Valley School?
Kirk O' the Valley School has an enrollment of approximately 114 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kirk O' the Valley School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kirk O' the Valley School is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Kirk O' the Valley School rank in CA?
Kirk O' the Valley School ranks #207 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Kirk O' the Valley School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kirk O' the Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Kirk O' the Valley School a private school?
Yes, Kirk O' the Valley School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Kirk O' the Valley School a religious school?
No, Kirk O' the Valley School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 114
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (818) 344-1242
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