Serving 510 students in grades 5-8, Valor Academy Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valor Academy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Valor Academy Middle School's student population of 510 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
510 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Valor Academy Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valor Academy Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6146 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valor Academy Middle School's ranking?
Valor Academy Middle School is ranked #6146 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valor Academy Middle School?
510 students attend Valor Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Valor Academy Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valor Academy Middle School?
Valor Academy Middle School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valor Academy Middle School offer ?
Valor Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Valor Academy Middle School part of?
Valor Academy Middle School is part of Valor Academy Middle School District.
In what neighborhood is Valor Academy Middle School located?
Valor Academy Middle School is located in the North Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in North Hills.
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