Very Good
#1960 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 21% in state
Olive Vista Middle
Middle School · Los Angeles Unified
14600 Tyler St., Sylmar, CA 91342
Enrollment
968
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
968
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,960 of 9,539
In Sylmar
#4 of 13
public schools
In district
#204 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Olive Vista Middle
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About Olive Vista Middle
Olive Vista Middle is a public middle school in Sylmar, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Olive Vista Middle serves approximately 968 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Olive Vista Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,960 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Olive Vista Middle show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Olive Vista Middle 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
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Olive Vista Middle — Students at Olive Vista Middle score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Olive Vista Middle Compares
See how Olive Vista Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
14600 Tyler St., Sylmar, CA 91342
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Olive Vista Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sylmar Biotech Health and Engineering Magnet (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PUC Community Charter Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Burbank), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sylmar Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sylmar, see our Sylmar schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Poverello of Assisi Preschool Sylmar | 0.2 mi | — |
| POVERELLO OF ASSISI PRESCHOOL Sylmar | 0.2 mi | 2.1 |
| Sylmar Elementary Sylmar | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Sylmar Leadership Academy Sylmar | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| PARK MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S CENTER Sylmar | 0.4 mi | — |
| St. Didacus Sylmar | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST DIDACUS SCHOOL Sylmar | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| PUC Triumph Charter Academy and PUC Triumph Charter High Burbank | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| PUC Lakeview Charter High Burbank | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Sylmar Charter High Sylmar | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Sylmar Biotech Health and Engineering Magnet Sylmar | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Evergreen Continuation Sylmar | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Dyer Street Elementary Sylmar | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| PUC Community Charter Elementary Burbank | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Herrick Avenue Elementary Sylmar | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| El Dorado Avenue Elementary Sylmar | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Osceola Street Elementary Sylmar | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Gridley Street Elementary San Fernando | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| First United Methodist Church/Glenoaks Christian Elementary School San Fernando | 1.6 mi | — |
| GLENOAKS CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY San Fernando | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91342 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,480
Median Home Value
$641,100
Median Rent
$1,965/mo
Population
93,513
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
67.7%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
37.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brea Junior High Brea, CA | 7.8 |
| Clifton Middle Monrovia, CA | 7.8 |
| Dolores Huerta Middle San Jose, CA | 7.8 |
| Fulton (Harry C.) Middle Fountain Valley, CA | 7.8 |
| Henry T. Gage Middle Huntington Park, CA | 7.8 |
| Huntington Middle San Marino, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Olive Vista Middle
What grades does Olive Vista Middle serve?
Olive Vista Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Olive Vista Middle?
Olive Vista Middle has an enrollment of approximately 968 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Olive Vista Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Olive Vista Middle is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Olive Vista Middle rank in CA?
Olive Vista Middle ranks #1,960 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Olive Vista Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Olive Vista Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Olive Vista Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Olive Vista Middle has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Olive Vista Middle a charter school?
No, Olive Vista Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Olive Vista Middle a Title I school?
No, Olive Vista Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Olive Vista Middle?
86.1% of students at Olive Vista Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 968
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.4%
- Phone
- (818) 833-3900
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #204 of 769
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