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#596 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 33% of private schools
San Fernando Valley Academy
School
17601 LASSEN ST, Northridge, CA 91325
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#596 of 1,787
In Northridge
#4 of 9
public schools
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About San Fernando Valley Academy
San Fernando Valley Academy is a private school in Northridge, CA. San Fernando Valley Academy serves approximately 95 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. San Fernando Valley Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #596 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 95 students, San Fernando Valley Academy 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.
San Fernando Valley Academy 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 San Fernando Valley Academy compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Northridge, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| San Fernando Valley Academy (this school) | 6.8 |
| Andasol Avenue Elementary | 6.8 |
| Northridge Academy High | 6.6 |
| Balboa Gifted/High Ability Magnet Elementary | 9.1 |
| Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy | 8.3 |
| Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle | 8.2 |
| Darby Avenue Elementary | 8.4 |
| Calahan Street Elementary | 5.8 |
| Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies | 8.8 |
| Northridge Middle | 6.5 |
| Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle | 8.7 |
| Beckford Charter for Enriched Studies | 9.2 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 7 | 6.6 |
| Napa Street Elementary | 5.5 |
| Lorne Street Elementary | 6.6 |
| Valley International Preparatory High | 9.0 |
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.
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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
17601 LASSEN ST, Northridge, CA 91325
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Fernando Valley Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Granada Hills Charter (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Granada Hills), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HIGHLAND HALL WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Northridge, see our Northridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood 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
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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 95 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Fernando Valley Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at San Fernando Valley Academy is 10.4:1. 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 ranks #596 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is San Fernando Valley Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
San Fernando Valley Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is San Fernando Valley Academy a private school?
Yes, San Fernando Valley Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is San Fernando Valley Academy a religious school?
San Fernando Valley Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 95
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 8.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (818) 349-1373
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