Arleta High School is a secondary school located on Van Nuys Boulevard in the Arleta section of Los Angeles, California, United States in the San Fernando Valley.
Serving 1,038 students in grades 9-12, Arleta High School 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than 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)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,038 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arleta High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Arleta High School's student population of 1,038 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,038 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Motto
Once a Mustang, Always a Mustang!
School Rankings
Arleta High School 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 Arleta High School is 0.08, 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
#7410 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Los Angeles Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Horse Mustang
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arleta High School's ranking?
Arleta High School is ranked #7410 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Arleta High School often compared to?
Arleta High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Fernando Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arleta High School?
The graduation rate of Arleta High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Arleta High School?
1,038 students attend Arleta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Arleta High School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arleta High School?
Arleta High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arleta High School offer ?
Arleta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Arleta High School part of?
Arleta High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Arleta High School located?
Arleta High School is located in the Arleta neighborhood of Pacoima, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Arleta.
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