Excellent
#986 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 10% in state
Verdugo Hills Senior High
High School · Los Angeles Unified
10625 Plainview Ave., Tujunga, CA 91042
Enrollment
1,198
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,198
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#986 of 9,539
In Tujunga
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#128 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Verdugo Hills Senior High
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About Verdugo Hills Senior High
Verdugo Hills Senior High is a public high school in Tujunga, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Verdugo Hills Senior High serves approximately 1,198 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Verdugo Hills Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #986 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Verdugo Hills Senior High show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about Verdugo Hills Senior High
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (2)
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Verdugo Hills Senior High — Students at Verdugo Hills Senior High score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.9%
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: 8.7/10.
How Verdugo Hills Senior High Compares
See how Verdugo Hills 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
10625 Plainview Ave., Tujunga, CA 91042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Verdugo Hills Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Anderson W. Clark Magnet High (rated 8.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby La Crescenta), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Mt. Lukens Continuation (rated 4.4/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tujunga, see our Tujunga schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mt. Lukens Continuation Tujunga | 0.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Plainview Academic Charter Academy Tujunga | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| HAYKAZUNYADZ CHILD CARE CENTER INC. Tujunga | 0.4 mi | — |
| Haykazunyadz Armenian Center Inc. Tujunga | 0.4 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Tujunga | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Mt. Gleason Middle Sunland | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Apperson Street Elementary Sunland | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Pinewood Avenue Elementary Tujunga | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Sunland Elementary Sunland | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Mountain View Elementary Tujunga | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Chamlian Armenian School Glendale | 2.4 mi | — |
| CHAMLIAN ARMENIAN SCHOOL Glendale | 2.5 mi | 2.3 |
| First Steps La Crescenta | 2.6 mi | — |
| FIRST STEPS SCHOOL La Crescenta | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JAMES-HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL La Crescenta | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Dunsmore Elementary La Crescenta | 2.8 mi | 8.8 |
| St. James -Holy Redeemer School La Crescenta | 2.8 mi | — |
| Anderson W. Clark Magnet High La Crescenta | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Valley View Elementary La Crescenta | 3.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta | 3.5 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,707
Median Home Value
$801,800
Median Rent
$1,782/mo
Population
27,055
College Educated
29.1%
Homeownership
53.2%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
45.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Escondido Charter High Escondido, CA | 8.4 |
| Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez High Los Angeles, CA | 8.4 |
| Gahr (Richard) High Cerritos, CA | 8.4 |
| Rosemead High Rosemead, CA | 8.4 |
| Abraham Lincoln Senior High Los Angeles, CA | 8.5 |
| Burlingame High Burlingame, CA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Verdugo Hills Senior High
What grades does Verdugo Hills Senior High serve?
Verdugo Hills Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Verdugo Hills Senior High?
Verdugo Hills Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,198 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Verdugo Hills Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Verdugo Hills Senior High is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Verdugo Hills Senior High rank in CA?
Verdugo Hills Senior High ranks #986 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Verdugo Hills Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Verdugo Hills Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Verdugo Hills Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Verdugo Hills Senior High has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Verdugo Hills Senior High a charter school?
No, Verdugo Hills Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Verdugo Hills Senior High a Title I school?
No, Verdugo Hills Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Verdugo Hills Senior High?
80.9% of students at Verdugo Hills 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,198
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.7%
- Phone
- (818) 951-5400
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #128 of 769
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