For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,604 students in 91325, CA (there are 10 private schools, serving 1,619 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 91325, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 91325, CA are Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary School, Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy and Andasol Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 91325 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 91325, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91325, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
17020 Labrador St.
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 349-4801
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 349-4801
Gr: 1-5 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9240 Wish Ave.
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 349-4381
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 349-4381
Gr: K-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Andasol Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10126 Encino Ave.
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 349-8631
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 349-8631
Gr: K-5 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Lorne Street Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17440 Lorne St.
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 342-3123
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 342-3123
Gr: K-5 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #55.
Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9351 Paso Robles Ave.
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 678-4100
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 678-4100
Gr: 6-8 | 870 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #66.
Northridge Academy High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9601 Zelzah Ave.
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 700-2222
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 700-2222
Gr: 9-12 | 832 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #77.
Magnolia Science Academy 7
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
18355 Roscoe Blvd.
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 886-0585
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 886-0585
Gr: K-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #88.
Northridge Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
17960 Chase St.
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 678-5100
Northridge, CA 91325
(818) 678-5100
Gr: 6-8 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 91325, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 91325, CA include Balboa Gifted/high Ability Magnet Elementary School, Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy and Andasol Avenue Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 91325?
8 public schools are located in 91325.
What percentage of students in 91325 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 91325 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 91325?
91325 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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