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#1821 of 3,177 private schools in CA

Based on limited data

San Fernando Valley Academy

High School

17601 Lassen St, Northridge, CA 91325

Private

Academic score based on area public school performance. Based on 15 schools in Northridge. Private schools rarely report standardized test data, so this score uses nearby public school results as a proxy.

123
Students
13.7:1
Student-Teacher
Kindergarten – 12th
Grades Served
#1821 of 3,177 in CA

About San Fernando Valley Academy

San Fernando Valley Academy is a private high school in Northridge, CA 91325. The school serves approximately 123 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.5/10, placing it in the 42.7th percentile among private schools in CA — an above average rating overall.

The school scores particularly well in school profile (7.5/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $92,602, where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 15 public schools in Northridge, San Fernando Valley Academy rates higher overall (7.5 vs 6.8 average).

Compare to Public Schools

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How San Fernando Valley Academy compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Northridge, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
This School
vs
21.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
123
This School
vs
625
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.5
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
San Fernando Valley Academy (this school) 7.5
Andasol Avenue Elementary 6.4
Northridge Academy High 4.8
Balboa Gifted/High Ability Magnet Elementary 7.3
Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy 8.0
Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle 8.3
Darby Avenue Elementary 8.5
Calahan Street Elementary 4.9
Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies 7.5
Northridge Middle 6.5
Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle 7.9
Beckford Charter for Enriched Studies 7.5
Magnolia Science Academy 7 4.6
Napa Street Elementary 6.4
Lorne Street Elementary 5.3
Valley International Preparatory High 8.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What 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.

👥 Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.7:1
🕐 Instructional Commitment

Data Unavailable

🌍 Diversity & Inclusion

Data Unavailable

📍 Community Context

Data Unavailable

🏛️ School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
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Enrollment 123
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 2 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Location

17601 Lassen St, Northridge, CA 91325

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY ACADEMY Northridge 0.0 mi 7.5
CASA MONTESSORI Northridge 0.1 mi 7.5
Andasol Avenue Elementary Northridge 0.3 mi 6.4
Northpoint School and Intensive Outpatient Northridge 0.4 mi 7.5
NORTHPOINT SCHOOL & INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM Northridge 0.4 mi 7.5
ABRAHAM JOSHUA HESCHEL DAY SCHOOL Northridge 0.5 mi 7.5
Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School Northridge 0.5 mi 7.5
GRANADA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Northridge 0.5 mi 7.5
Northridge Academy High Northridge 0.5 mi 4.8
Patrick Henry Middle Granada Hills 0.7 mi 7.2
Granada Hills Charter Granada Hills 0.8 mi 7.2
HIGHLAND HALL WALDORF SCHOOL Northridge 0.8 mi 7.5
Highland Hall Waldorf School Northridge 0.8 mi 7.5
Balboa Gifted/High Ability Magnet Elementary Northridge 0.9 mi 7.3
Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy Northridge 1.1 mi 8.0
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Northridge 1.0 mi 7.5
ST NICHOLAS SCHOOL Northridge 1.0 mi 7.5
St. Nicholas School Northridge 1.0 mi 7.5
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER North Hills 1.0 mi 5.6
Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle Northridge 1.1 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91325 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,602

Median Home Value

$900,200

Median Rent

$1,924/mo

Population

35,116

College Educated

42.5%

Homeownership

45.8%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

38.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
SAN GABRIEL MISSION HIGH SCHOOL San Gabriel, CA 7.5
San Gabriel Mission High School San Gabriel, CA 7.5
Sierra High Azusa, CA 7.5
Talega Preparatory Academy San Clemente, CA 7.5
El Sereno Alternative Education Fair Oaks, CA 7.4
Excelsior Charter School Corona-Norco Victorville, CA 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about San Fernando Valley Academy

What grades does San Fernando Valley Academy serve?

San Fernando Valley Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend San Fernando Valley Academy?

San Fernando Valley Academy has an enrollment of approximately 123 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at San Fernando Valley Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at San Fernando Valley Academy is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does San Fernando Valley Academy rank in CA?

San Fernando Valley Academy is ranked #1821 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.

What is San Fernando Valley Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

San Fernando Valley Academy has a composite rating of 7.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.

Is San Fernando Valley Academy a private school?

Yes, San Fernando Valley Academy is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
County
Los Angeles
Data Year
2025–2026

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Data Sources: School Info: NCES PSS (SY 2024-25) Neighborhood: Census ACS (2019-2023) Ratings: MySchoolScout (2024) Full data source details