Serving 2,629 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Vaughn Next Century Learning Center 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,629 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vaughn Next Century Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Vaughn Next Century Learning Center's student population of 2,629 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
2,629 students
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vaughn Next Century Learning Center 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 Vaughn Next Century Learning Center is 0.04, 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
#5889 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
98%
56%
White
1%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vaughn Next Century Learning Center's ranking?
Vaughn Next Century Learning Center is ranked #5889 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Vaughn Next Century Learning Center often compared to?
Vaughn Next Century Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Granada Hills Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vaughn Next Century Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Vaughn Next Century Learning Center is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Vaughn Next Century Learning Center?
2,629 students attend Vaughn Next Century Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Vaughn Next Century Learning Center students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vaughn Next Century Learning Center?
Vaughn Next Century Learning Center has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vaughn Next Century Learning Center offer ?
Vaughn Next Century Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Vaughn Next Century Learning Center part of?
Vaughn Next Century Learning Center is part of Vaughn Next Century Learning Center School District.
In what neighborhood is Vaughn Next Century Learning Center located?
Vaughn Next Century Learning Center is located in the Pacoima neighborhood of San Fernando, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Pacoima.
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