For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,529 students in 91324, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 143 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 91324, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 91324, CA are Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies, Valley International Preparatory High School and Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 91324 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 91324, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91324, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies
Charter School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9815 Topeka Dr.
Northridge, CA 91324
(818) 886-2266
Northridge, CA 91324
(818) 886-2266
Gr: K-5 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Valley International Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18827 Roscoe Blvd.
Northridge, CA 91324
(818) 306-2136
Northridge, CA 91324
(818) 306-2136
Gr: 9-12 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9950 Tampa Ave.
Northridge, CA 91324
(818) 773-4700
Northridge, CA 91324
(818) 773-4700
Gr: 6-8 | 1,784 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Calahan Street Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18722 Knapp St.
Northridge, CA 91324
(818) 886-4612
Northridge, CA 91324
(818) 886-4612
Gr: K-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Napa Street Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
19010 Napa St.
Northridge, CA 91324
(818) 885-1441
Northridge, CA 91324
(818) 885-1441
Gr: K-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 91324, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 91324, CA include Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies, Valley International Preparatory High School and Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 91324?
5 public schools are located in 91324.
What percentage of students in 91324 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 91324 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 91324?
91324 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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