Very Good
#2757 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 29% in state
Ulysses S. Grant Senior High
High School · Los Angeles Unified
13000 Oxnard St., Van Nuys, CA 91401
Enrollment
1,798
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,798
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,757 of 9,539
In Van Nuys
#6 of 21
public schools
In district
#296 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Ulysses S. Grant Senior High
Ulysses S. Grant Senior High is a public high school in Van Nuys, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Ulysses S.
Grant Senior High serves approximately 1,798 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ulysses S. Grant Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,757 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ulysses S. Grant Senior High show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Ulysses S. Grant Senior High runs 21.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
39% of students at Ulysses S. Grant 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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Ulysses S. Grant Senior High — Students at Ulysses S. Grant Senior High score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
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: 9.1/10.
How Ulysses S. Grant Senior High Compares
See how Ulysses S. Grant 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
13000 Oxnard St., Van Nuys, CA 91401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ulysses S. Grant Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. VALLEY TORAH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Valley Village), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Jack London Continuation (rated 5.9/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Van Nuys, see our Van Nuys schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jack London Continuation Van Nuys | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Jack London Community Day Valley Glen | 0.1 mi | — |
| John B. Monlux Elementary North Hollywood | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Village Glen School Sherman Oaks | 0.5 mi | — |
| SUNRISE SCHOOL Sherman Oaks | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JANE FRANCES DE CHANTAL North Hollywood | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Erwin Elementary Van Nuys | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| STEM 3 ACADEMY Valley Glen | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Summit View North Hollywood | 0.7 mi | — |
| St. Jane Frances de Chantal School North Hollywood | 0.7 mi | — |
| Legacy Academy of Jewish Education Inc Sherman Oaks | 0.7 mi | — |
| YESHIVA NER ARYEH Valley Village | 0.7 mi | — |
| Yeshiva Ner Aryeh Valley Village | 0.7 mi | — |
| VALLEY TORAH HIGH SCHOOL Valley Village | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Valley Torah High School Valley Village | 0.8 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN Van Nuys | 1.0 mi | — |
| Coldwater Canyon Elementary North Hollywood | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| LAURENCE SCHOOL Van Nuys | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Burbank Boulevard Elementary North Hollywood | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| YESHIVA KETANA OF LOS ANGELES Valley Village | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,933
Median Home Value
$988,500
Median Rent
$1,800/mo
Population
39,011
College Educated
38.8%
Homeownership
33.9%
Avg Commute
34.6 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
37.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alexander Hamilton Senior High Los Angeles, CA | 7.4 |
| Benicia High Benicia, CA | 7.4 |
| Beverly Hills High Beverly Hills, CA | 7.4 |
| Carson Senior High Carson, CA | 7.4 |
| Chico High Chico, CA | 7.4 |
| Corona High Corona, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ulysses S. Grant Senior High
What grades does Ulysses S. Grant Senior High serve?
Ulysses S. Grant Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ulysses S. Grant Senior High?
Ulysses S. Grant Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,798 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ulysses S. Grant Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Ulysses S. Grant Senior High is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ulysses S. Grant Senior High rank in CA?
Ulysses S. Grant Senior High ranks #2,757 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ulysses S. Grant Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Ulysses S. Grant Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Ulysses S. Grant Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ulysses S. Grant Senior High has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ulysses S. Grant Senior High a charter school?
No, Ulysses S. Grant Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ulysses S. Grant Senior High a Title I school?
No, Ulysses S. Grant Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ulysses S. Grant Senior High?
96.2% of students at Ulysses S. Grant 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
- 1,798
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 85
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.3%
- Phone
- (818) 756-2700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #296 of 769
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