Average
#609 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 34% of private schools
Sierra Canyon School
School
11052 INDEPENDENCE AVE, Chatsworth, CA 91311
Enrollment
1,023
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,023
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#609 of 1,787
In Chatsworth
#2 of 5
public schools
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Sierra Canyon School
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About Sierra Canyon School
Sierra Canyon School is a private school in Chatsworth, CA. Sierra Canyon School serves approximately 1,023 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sierra Canyon School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #609 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Sierra Canyon School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sierra Canyon 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 Sierra Canyon School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Chatsworth, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sierra Canyon School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Germain Academy For Academic Achievement | 6.1 |
| Ernest Lawrence Middle | 7.2 |
| Chatsworth Park ES Urban Planning/Comm Development Magnet | 8.0 |
| Stoney Point Continuation | 5.6 |
| Chatsworth Charter High | 7.5 |
| Superior Street Elementary | 7.4 |
| William Tell Aggeler Opportunity High | 4.8 |
| Aggeler Community Day | — |
| Our Community Charter | 6.0 |
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
11052 INDEPENDENCE AVE, Chatsworth, CA 91311
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sierra Canyon School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Porter Ranch Community (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Porter Ranch), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chatsworth Park ES Urban Planning/Comm Development Magnet (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chatsworth Charter High (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chatsworth, see our Chatsworth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,574
Median Home Value
$837,300
Median Rent
$2,199/mo
Population
40,557
College Educated
44.9%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
42.3
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| Compass Charter Schools of San Diego Thousand Oaks, CA | 6.8 |
| LA JOLLA COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL La Jolla, CA | 6.8 |
| ABLE Charter Stockton, CA | 6.7 |
| Excel Academy Charter Irvine, CA | 6.7 |
| Orcutt Academy Charter Orcutt, CA | 6.7 |
| THE NUEVA MIDDLE SCHOOL Hillsborough, CA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sierra Canyon School
What grades does Sierra Canyon School serve?
Sierra Canyon School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Sierra Canyon School?
Sierra Canyon School has an enrollment of approximately 1,023 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sierra Canyon School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sierra Canyon School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sierra Canyon School rank in CA?
Sierra Canyon School ranks #609 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Sierra Canyon School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sierra Canyon School 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 Sierra Canyon School a private school?
Yes, Sierra Canyon 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 Sierra Canyon School a religious school?
No, Sierra Canyon School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,023
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 145
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (818) 882-8121
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