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Woodland Hills Academy

Middle School · Los Angeles Unified

20800 Burbank Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA 91367

Enrollment

603

Student-Teacher

19.5:1

Score

5.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,603 of 9,539

In Woodland Hills

#11 of 13

public schools

In district

#651 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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5.4/10

Middle School in Woodland Hills · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Woodland Hills Academy

Woodland Hills Academy is a public middle school in Woodland Hills, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Woodland Hills Academy serves approximately 603 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodland Hills Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,603 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Woodland Hills Academy show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.4
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at Woodland Hills Academy 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-16.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-9.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism44.3%

Woodland Hills Academy — Students at Woodland Hills Academy score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 27.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 40.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.6% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
49%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
34%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
20.4%
ELA
40.4%
2024
Math
18.5%
ELA
31.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.

How Woodland Hills Academy Compares

See how Woodland Hills Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
31th percentile in CA
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

20800 Burbank Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA 91367

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodland Hills Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FUTURES ACADEMY - WOODLAND HILLS (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Taft Charter High (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHIME Institute's Schwarzenegger Community (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Woodland Hills, see our Woodland Hills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Destinations Academy Woodland Hills 0.3 mi
St. Mel Elementary Woodland Hills 0.4 mi
ST MEL SCHOOL Woodland Hills 0.4 mi 7.5
Serrania Avenue Charter For Enriched Studies Woodland Hills 0.8 mi 6.3
Taft Charter High Woodland Hills 0.9 mi 8.2
FUSION ACADEMY WARNER CENTER Woodland Hills 1.0 mi 7.4
Fusion Academy, Warner Center Woodland Hills 1.0 mi
Henry David Thoreau Continuation Woodland Hills 1.0 mi 4.5
FUTURES ACADEMY - WOODLAND HILLS Woodland Hills 1.0 mi 8.5
Rockland Academy Woodland Hills 1.1 mi
Calvert Charter for Enriched Studies Woodland Hills 1.4 mi 5.7
CHIME Institute's Schwarzenegger Community Woodland Hills 1.4 mi 8.1
Hart Street Elementary Canoga Park 1.8 mi 5.1
WOODLAND HILLS PRIVATE SCHOOL-OXNARD ST. CAMPUS Woodland Hills 1.5 mi 7.9
Fullbright Avenue Elementary Canoga Park 1.8 mi 5.4
Woodland Hills Elementary Charter For Enriched Studies Woodland Hills 1.6 mi 7.3
CREATIVE CHILDREN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Woodland Hills 1.6 mi
Topanga Mountain School Woodland Hills 1.6 mi
TOPANGA MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Woodland Hills 1.7 mi 5.8
Ivy Academia Woodland Hills 1.7 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91367 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,629

Median Home Value

$1,005,900

Median Rent

$2,674/mo

Population

45,427

College Educated

57.9%

Homeownership

47.8%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

39.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodland Hills Academy

What grades does Woodland Hills Academy serve?

Woodland Hills Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Woodland Hills Academy?

Woodland Hills Academy has an enrollment of approximately 603 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodland Hills Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodland Hills Academy is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodland Hills Academy rank in CA?

Woodland Hills Academy ranks #6,603 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Woodland Hills Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodland Hills Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Woodland Hills Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodland Hills Academy has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Woodland Hills Academy a charter school?

No, Woodland Hills Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Woodland Hills Academy a Title I school?

No, Woodland Hills Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodland Hills Academy?

71.3% of students at Woodland Hills Academy 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
603
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.3%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#651 of 769

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