Panorama High School

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Panorama High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
8015 Van Nuys Blvd,  Panorama City, CA
Los Angeles Unified School District
3.7
4.0
1,411 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Elias De La Torre
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1050
Average ACT Score
30
Math Proficiency
15%
Reading Proficiency
47%
Average GPA
3.48
Graduation Rate
88%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
A-
Teachers
B
College Prep
B-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.48
Reading Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
15%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
72
Full Time Teachers
72
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1050
Math
530
Verbal
520
Average ACT
30
Math
31
English
30
Reading
29
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
15
AP Pass Rate
28.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
5.7%
State Average
19.4%
Science
2.8%
State Average
11.2%
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
195:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.2%
Female
48.8%
Hispanic
91.2%
Filipino
3.3%
White
3%
Black
1.1%
Asian
<1%
Pacific Islander
<1%
Two or more races
<1%

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 314 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 231 Students
University of California - Irvine 147 Students
University of California - Berkeley 116 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 115 Students
University of California - Davis 92 Students
University of California - San Diego 91 Students
California State University - Long Beach 86 Students
University of Southern California 85 Students
California State University - Los Angeles 81 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 58 Students
Nursing 53 Students
Psychology 52 Students
Biology 37 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 31 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 26 Students
Criminology 24 Students
Computer Science 21 Students
English 19 Students
Sociology 18 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 133 Reviews
5.0 Alum
4/2/2024
I really enjoyed my overall experiences. I met some great people that include friends that I still talk to until today but also some really great staff work there that have really made me be excited about my future.
4.0 Senior
7/4/2023
Honest opinion on the school is that the present day math department is lacking in teachers while in general causing shortness on academic advancement played out for them.
5.0 Senior
2/21/2021
People in our school are nice. They really help me through my years in Panorama High School. I moved to panorama because the first school that I went to was horrible. I am glad that I made friends here and received an award.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 5 Reviews
4.0 parent
11/16/2012
I have been pleasantly surprised by this school! I was initially concerned based on the area and neighborhoods. The staff I have encountered thus far are so very helpful and pleasant, and eager to solve any issue they can. The athletics department is AWESOME! The school has so much spirit and pride,...
5.0 other
2/24/2011
Hello. My name is Zeke Zendejas and I am the Store Director at the Food4Less in Panorama City. I know many parents and students that shop at the store. I would like to encourage the teachers/parents to join my company's Community Rewards program. This program gives back to the non-profit organizatio...
4.0 teacher
1/23/2011
PHS as a fabulous school in which to work and is incredibly safe. The students are wonderful DESPITE the surrounding neighborhood, and the staff is committed to supporting student success in high school and life beyond. Every school has its issues (drugs, fights, gangs, etc), but I see the PHS staff...
2.0 student
3/8/2010
This school is an ok school. The area is pretty bad though. There is a lot of drugs and many bad influences there, I always see kids smoking during P.E.

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Panorama High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Panorama City, CA, in the Panorama City neighborhood, and is served by the Los Angeles Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,411 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 15% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 47% are proficient in reading. Panorama 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 3.48, the graduation rate is 88%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1050 and an ACT score of 30. The average home value in this area is $690,939. Discover additional schools in the area, like Valor Academy High School, North Valley Christian Schools, Alliance Marine - Innovation & Technology 6-12 Complex, and more. Learn more about what Panorama City has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Panorama High School.

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