Sylmar Charter High

Sylmar Charter High serves 1,508 students in grades 9-12 in the San Fernando Valley community of Sylmar. This charter high school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19.6:1 with 77 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. Academically, the school has room for growth, with 42% of students performing at proficient or above levels in English Language Arts and 20% reaching proficiency in mathematics.

The school ranks in the 46th percentile among California high schools, placing it at #5173 out of 9566 schools statewide. These performance metrics suggest opportunities for enhanced academic support and student development. The school draws from a diverse working-class community where the median household income is $89,264 and the poverty rate stands at 13.2%.

About 20% of residents in the surrounding area hold bachelor's degrees or higher, with median home values around $605,900. As a charter school, Sylmar Charter High operates with additional flexibility in its educational approach while serving the broader Los Angeles Unified School District area. The school is situated in Sylmar, a neighborhood in the northern San Fernando Valley known for its suburban character and proximity to the Angeles National Forest foothills.

Sylmar Charter High is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.