Valley Academy of Arts & Sciences

Valley Academy of Arts & Sciences

Public High School | Grade 9-12
10445 Balboa Blvd,  Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles Unified School District
4.2
3.6
894 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Kelly Hanock
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1050
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
19%
Reading Proficiency
49%
Average GPA
3.6
Graduation Rate
97%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.6
Reading Proficiency
49%
Math Proficiency
19%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
45
Full Time Teachers
45
Teachers in First or Second Year
16.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1050
Math
510
Verbal
540
Average ACT
21
Math
20
English
21
Reading
21
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
14
AP Pass Rate
19.7%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

7
Test Scores
6
Equity
7
College Readiness
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Test Scores

Math
7.7%
State Average
17.9%
Science
2.5%
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
331:1

Student Diversity

Female
53.1%
Male
46.9%
Hispanic
60.3%
White
22.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
10.6%
Black
3.4%
Two or more races
2.3%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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School Rankings

#110 Best HS for the Arts in California
Source: Niche

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 358 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 345 Students
University of California - Irvine 207 Students
University of Southern California 193 Students
University of California - Berkeley 187 Students
University of California - San Diego 185 Students
University of California - Davis 171 Students
San Diego State University 134 Students
University of San Diego 129 Students
University of San Francisco 129 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 85 Students
Psychology 75 Students
Nursing 67 Students
Biology 57 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 36 Students
Criminology 33 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 32 Students
Political Science and Government 29 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 28 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 28 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 106 Reviews
5.0 Junior
10/16/2024
The small school makes provides a safe community. You are friends with everyone your grade and others the community is nice and there is a sense of culture. Some classes aren't the best due to the lack of teachers but everything is good. The clubs and lots of support is around. It's a great school
5.0 Alum
3/10/2024
I had a wonderful experience my four years in high school. Being involved in student government and theater and athletics made for a very enjoyable time. The support from peers and faculty is strong at this school.
4.0 Senior
4/11/2023
This is a very good school. Has a variety of different classes. Teachers are always there for you. Students are also very outgoing.
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3.6 14 Reviews
5.0 student
6/2/2019
I really like this school because it is diverse and I felt very welcome at this school
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5.0 parent
2/1/2018
Love this school. It's clean small and was a great fit for our child. They offer great classes in Dance and teachers are understanding with homework if it needs to be made up. They are all very caring and supportive of the children. I highly recommend!
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5.0 student
11/27/2017
Great sports and academics at this school.
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5.0 parent
5/5/2017
This is the best school in the Valley. Smaller than most but influential in academic culture and fostering awareness and compassion for current events. Students at this school are encouraged to have a voice and discover their inner leader. My daughter is thriving here and my son will soon be there a...
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