For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,772 students in 91601, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 682 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 91601, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 91601, CA are Science Academy Stem Magnet, Colfax Charter Elementary School and North Hollywood Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 91601 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 91601, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91601, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Science Academy Stem Magnet
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 95% | Reading: 96%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5525 Vineland Ave.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 753-4470
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 753-4470
Gr: 6-12 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Colfax Charter Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4935 Colfax Ave.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 761-5115
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 761-5115
Gr: K-5 | 774 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
North Hollywood Senior High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5231 Colfax Ave.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 753-6200
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 753-6200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,444 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
Toluca Lake Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4840 Cahuenga Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 761-3339
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 761-3339
Gr: K-5 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #55.
New Horizons Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6501 Fair Ave.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 754-1362
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 754-1362
Gr: K-8 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #66.
Lankershim Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5250 Bakman Ave.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 769-3130
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 769-3130
Gr: K-5 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Maurice Sendak Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11414 West Tiara St.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 509-3400
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 509-3400
Gr: K-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #88.
East Valley Senior High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5525 Vineland Ave.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 753-4400
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 753-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #99.
Amelia Earhart Continuation
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5355 Colfax Ave.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 769-4877
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 769-4877
Gr: 9-12 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 91601, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 91601, CA include Science Academy Stem Magnet, Colfax Charter Elementary School and North Hollywood Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 91601?
9 public schools are located in 91601.
What percentage of students in 91601 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 91601 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 91601?
91601 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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