For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,263 students in 91042, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 140 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 91042, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 91042, CA are Mt. Lukens Continuation, Verdugo Hills Senior High School and Mountain View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 91042 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 91042, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91042, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mt. Lukens Continuation
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7705 Summitrose St.
Tujunga, CA 91042
(818) 352-4039
Tujunga, CA 91042
(818) 352-4039
Gr: 9-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Verdugo Hills Senior High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10625 Plainview Ave.
Tujunga, CA 91042
(818) 951-5400
Tujunga, CA 91042
(818) 951-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,195 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6410 Olcott St.
Tujunga, CA 91042
(818) 352-1616
Tujunga, CA 91042
(818) 352-1616
Gr: K-5 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Pinewood Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10111 Silverton Ave.
Tujunga, CA 91042
(818) 353-2515
Tujunga, CA 91042
(818) 353-2515
Gr: K-5 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Plainview Academic Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10819 Plainview Ave.
Tujunga, CA 91042
(818) 353-1730
Tujunga, CA 91042
(818) 353-1730
Gr: K-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 91042, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 91042, CA include Mt. Lukens Continuation, Verdugo Hills Senior High School and Mountain View Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 91042?
5 public schools are located in 91042.
What percentage of students in 91042 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 91042 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 91042?
91042 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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