For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,060 students in 91436, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 517 private students). 68% of all K-12 students in 91436, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 91436, CA are Lanai Road Elementary School and Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 91436 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 91436, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91436, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lanai Road Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4241 Lanai Rd.
Encino, CA 91436
(818) 788-1590
Encino, CA 91436
(818) 788-1590
Gr: K-5 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter
Charter School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
15530 Hesby St.
Encino, CA 91436
(818) 528-7000
Encino, CA 91436
(818) 528-7000
Gr: K-8 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 91436, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 91436, CA include Lanai Road Elementary School and Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter.
How many public schools are located in 91436?
2 public schools are located in 91436.
What percentage of students in 91436 go to public school?
68% of all K-12 students in 91436 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 91436?
91436 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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