Very Good
#2939 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 31% in state
San Fernando Senior High
High School · Los Angeles Unified
11133 O'Melveny Ave., San Fernando, CA 91340
Enrollment
1,625
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,625
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,939 of 9,539
In San Fernando
#6 of 14
public schools
In district
#323 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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San Fernando Senior High
High School in San Fernando · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About San Fernando Senior High
San Fernando Senior High is a public high school in San Fernando, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. San Fernando Senior High serves approximately 1,625 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. San Fernando Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,939 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for San Fernando Senior High show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at San Fernando Senior 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
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San Fernando Senior High — Students at San Fernando Senior High score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.3/10.
How San Fernando Senior High Compares
See how San Fernando Senior High 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
11133 O'Melveny Ave., San Fernando, CA 91340
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Fernando Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Mission Continuation (rated 7.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Arleta High (rated 5.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Arleta), a more accessible option. Additionally, BISHOP ALEMANY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Mission Hills), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Fernando, see our San Fernando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mission Continuation San Fernando | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| O'Melveny Elementary San Fernando | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| San Fernando Elementary San Fernando | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Telfair Avenue Elementary Pacoima | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Santa Rosa de Lima San Fernando | 0.8 mi | — |
| SANTA ROSA DE LIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Fernando | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| San Fernando Middle San Fernando | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| San Fernando Institute of Applied Media San Fernando | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| MARY IMMACULATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacoima | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| PUC Nueva Esperanza Charter Academy Burbank | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Mary Immaculate Elementary School Pacoima | 1.1 mi | — |
| San Jose Street Elementary Mission Hills | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Morningside Elementary San Fernando | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| BISHOP ALEMANY HIGH SCHOOL Mission Hills | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Bishop Alemany High Mission Hills | 1.1 mi | — |
| DEVONSHIRE MONTESSORI Mission Hills | 1.3 mi | — |
| Arleta High Arleta | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Vaughn Next Century Learning Center San Fernando | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Sharp Avenue Elementary Arleta | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Osceola Street Elementary Sylmar | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,124
Median Home Value
$624,900
Median Rent
$1,740/mo
Population
33,750
College Educated
14.1%
Homeownership
64.7%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
36.4
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| Archie Williams High San Anselmo, CA | 7.3 |
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| Brawley Union High Brawley, CA | 7.3 |
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| Canyon Springs High Moreno Valley, CA | 7.3 |
| El Cerrito High El Cerrito, CA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Fernando Senior High
What grades does San Fernando Senior High serve?
San Fernando Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend San Fernando Senior High?
San Fernando Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,625 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Fernando Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at San Fernando Senior High is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Fernando Senior High rank in CA?
San Fernando Senior High ranks #2,939 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is San Fernando Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
San Fernando Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 San Fernando Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, San Fernando Senior High has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is San Fernando Senior High a charter school?
No, San Fernando Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Fernando Senior High a Title I school?
No, San Fernando Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Fernando Senior High?
90.3% of students at San Fernando Senior 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,625
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 87
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.7%
- Phone
- (818) 898-7600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #323 of 769
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