Van Nuys Middle School

Van Nuys Middle School

Charter Middle School | Grade 6-8
5435 Vesper Ave,  Sherman Oaks, CA
3.2
211 Students
B
Niche Grade
High Tech Los Angeles Middle School thrives with pride by educating students in sixth to eighth grades in traditional academic subjects with practical technical applications and problem-solving skills. The curriculum prepares students to be motivated, knowledgeable and influential leaders, committed to the challenge of connecting the campus community with the real world. HTLA Middle School offers a no-cost admission college preparatory program. As a charter middle school, it is affiliated with the Los Angeles Unified School District and provides a specific state-led curriculum that meets the rigorous admission requirements for the University of California and California State University. Every student attending HTLA Middle School, regardless of financial status, is offered the opportunity to take advantage of its technology-forward curriculum. Students are encouraged to make an impact in the modern digital world by collaborating on team projects that foster independence and self-directed learning. Graduates of HTLA Middle School are well-equipped to wield a variety of mass media technologies in problem-solving. Faculty rigorously review students’ work to meet the demands of experts in their practical field of study. Aside from technology, fine arts, humanities and athletics make up a broad and enriching educational experience both inside and outside of the classroom. Local government leaders have recognized the artistic efforts of HTLA Middle School students with a special award for creating a shopping center art project aimed at beautifying the Sherman Oaks community.

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
49%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
49%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Teachers
10
Full Time Teachers
10

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
7.6%
State Average
17.9%
Science
1.2%
State Average
9.9%
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
207:1

Student Diversity

Male
61.3%
Female
38.7%
White
72.8%
Hispanic
19.6%
Two or more races
4.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.1%
Black
1.3%
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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

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3.2 4 Reviews
5.0 student
12/13/2024
i really like this school because its very safe and there's lots of positive and funny students/teachers!
5.0 parent
7/12/2024
High Tech LA Middle School has been an amazing school to send my child. The entire school staff is supportive and my child is excited about going to school each day. We are so happy we found HTLA!
1.0 parent
12/1/2023
Horrifying lack of control and consequences for bullying behavior. If you are interested can your child being physically safe while at school? This is not the place for you
2.0 parent
8/1/2023
The teachers at the middle school are kind and helpful but they need help managing all the physical fights that break out. There is bullying at this school, be prepared. And the administration does not address the problem. Also, this is not an LGBTQ friendly student body.

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