Canoga Park Senior High School

Canoga Park Senior High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
6850 Topanga Canyon Blvd,  Canoga Park, CA
Los Angeles Unified School District
3.7
3.8
1,490 Students
B
Niche Grade
Canoga Park High School is the oldest high school in the west San Fernando Valley and empowers students to be resilient and responsible through example, opportunities and a commitment to growth mindset. Their robust academic curriculum and extensive slate of programs are each developed with a path to college, career and lifelong learning for their students. Their Communication, Arts & Media (CAM) Magnet program includes a BAIT studio complex and state-of-the-art technology and equipment. For students interested in science and engineering careers, the Engineering, Environmental & Veterinary Sciences (EEVS) Magnet provides hands-on experience and mentoring toward their goals. In addition to extensive academic support, Canoga Park High School offers year-long athletics programs, a variety of extra-curricular clubs to meet the students’ diverse interests, and a wellness room that provides activities and counseling for their overall emotional and mental well-being. Their vibrant AVID program and the College & Career Center are two of the many resources for students to help attain entrance into college and learn more about college and career opportunities. Between the Junior ROTC, English Language Development (ELD) courses, special education classes, Future Farmers of America and the Northrop Grumman Corporation Gaining Opportunities & Achieving Lifelong Success (GOALS) Mentoring Program, every student’s interests and needs are met to the fullest extent, allowing students to thrive and succeed both in high school and beyond.

School Details

Head of School
Robert Garcia
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1040
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
11%
Reading Proficiency
41%
Average GPA
3.34
Graduation Rate
85%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
A-
Teachers
B
College Prep
B
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
B-
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.34
Reading Proficiency
41%
Math Proficiency
11%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
80
Full Time Teachers
80
Teachers in First or Second Year
18.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1040
Math
520
Verbal
520
Average ACT
22
Math
21
English
23
Reading
22
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
6
AP Pass Rate
32.4%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
3.5%
State Average
17.9%
Science
1.2%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
288:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.4%
Female
46.6%
Hispanic
86.3%
White
5.4%
Black
3.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3%
Two or more races
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
California State University - Northridge 424 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 254 Students
Pierce College - Los Angeles 153 Students
California State University - Channel Islands 129 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 126 Students
University of California - Irvine 122 Students
University of Southern California 120 Students
University of California - Berkeley 119 Students
University of California - Davis 114 Students
University of California - San Diego 110 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 90 Students
Business 61 Students
Psychology 57 Students
Biology 55 Students
Computer Science 33 Students
Veterinary Sciences 27 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 25 Students
Mechanical Engineering 25 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 24 Students
Criminology 24 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 236 Reviews
4.0 Senior
12/16/2024
The best parts I experienced at my school would be seeing the progress I made since I started as a freshmen. I struggled a bit at the start but I improved and worked harder to succeed in all my classes. I'm glad I was able to come a long way. The worst parts of my experience would be the challenge of maintaining my health along with my studies, but even with all the challenges I faced, I'm glad to be a dedicated student at my school. So with my bad experiences it created great ones in the end.
4.0 Senior
2/1/2024
I would love to see more performing arts. We have a theater teacher but I wish it was a more well-known program. I came to this school for theater, but when I got here, it disappeared, and now that I'm a senior and barely have time for anything, it has been a more active program. I also wish we would read some different books. We read the same books every year despite people complaining about the racial slurs (such as the n-word) in them As a female black student, it is difficult to see this word written in books, and hear it around campus, and barely anything be done. Other than that, I love this school with my whole heart.
4.0 Senior
10/18/2023
Canoga Park is a good school that encourages kids who want to attend college. They offer really good programs to help you achieve that goal of going to college.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 13 Reviews
3.0 student
10/19/2023
Canoga Park High School is very adamant about students doing the best they can and getting into college; assemblies are made to see where students are academically and to remind them about where they are supposed to be. They offer good magnets, academic resources, and extra summer learning apart fro...
5.0 parent
11/30/2021
My son and daughter attend Canoga Park High School. One is in the FFA program, being in this program tought him about farming and agriculture. He enjoys caring for the animals in the farm. He will be graduating this year with terrific grades.My youngest is in cross country and enjoys being part of t...
5.0 other
10/29/2019
I love this school. This is the best kept secret in the valley.
5.0 parent
5/22/2019
My son has had a great experience. The teachers and counselors care about the children they go over and beyond to keep the children on track . However the parents also need to be proactive and involved.

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Canoga Park Senior High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Canoga Park, CA and is served by the Los Angeles Unified School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 1,490 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 11% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 41% are proficient in reading. Canoga Park Senior High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.34, the graduation rate is 85%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1040 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $777,150. Discover additional schools in the area, like Sherman Oaks Center for Enriched Studies, William Tell Aggeler High School, de Toledo High School, and more. Learn more about what Canoga Park has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Canoga Park Senior High School.

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