For the 2024-25 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 2,793 students in Pacoima, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 416 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Pacoima, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Pacoima, CA are Vena Avenue Elementary School, Canterbury Avenue Elementary School and Montague Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pacoima, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Pacoima have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Pacoima, CA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vena Avenue Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9377 Vena Ave.
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 896-9551
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 896-9551
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: #22.
Canterbury Avenue Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
13670 Montague St.
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 892-1104
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 892-1104
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: #33.
Montague Charter Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13000 Montague St.
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 899-0215
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 899-0215
Grades: K-5
| 836 students
Rank: #44.
Pacoima Charter Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11016 Norris Ave.
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 899-0201
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 899-0201
Grades: K-6
| 888 students
Rank: #55.
Bert Corona Charter High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12513 Gain St.
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 480-6810
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 480-6810
Grades: 9-12
| 200 students
Rank: #66.
Sara Coughlin Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11035 Borden St.
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 686-6428
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 686-6428
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: #77.
Haddon Avenue Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10115 Haddon Ave.
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 899-0244
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 899-0244
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: #88.
Pacoima Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9919 Laurel Canyon Blvd.
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 686-4200
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 686-4200
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Rank: #99.
Hillery T. Broadous Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12561 Filmore St.
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 896-5236
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 896-5236
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: #1010.
Beachy Avenue Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9757 Beachy Ave.
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 899-0241
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 899-0241
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: #1111.
Arleta High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14200 Van Nuys Blvd.
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 686-4100
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 686-4100
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #1212.
Sharp Avenue Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
13800 Pierce St.
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 896-9573
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 896-9573
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: #1313.
Telfair Avenue Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10975 Telfair Ave.
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 896-7411
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 896-7411
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Rank: #1414.
Bert Corona Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9400 Remick Ave.
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 834-5805
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 834-5805
Grades: 5-8
| 337 students
Rank: #1515.
Charles Maclay Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12540 Pierce Ave.
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 686-3800
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 686-3800
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Fenton Primary Center
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
11351 Dronfield Ave.
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 485-5900
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 485-5900
Grades: K-2
| 532 students
Pacoima, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
14200 Van Nuys Blvd.
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 686-4100
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 686-4100
Grades: 9-12
| 304 students
8755 Woodman Ave.
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 389-1184
Pacoima, CA 91331
(818) 389-1184
Grades: 6-8
| 196 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Pacoima, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Pacoima, CA include Vena Avenue Elementary School, Canterbury Avenue Elementary School and Montague Charter Academy.
How many public schools are located in Pacoima?
16 public schools are located in Pacoima.
What percentage of students in Pacoima go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Pacoima are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Pacoima?
Pacoima public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Pacoima are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Pacoima include: Vena Avenue Elementary School vs. Montague Charter Academy, Hillery T. Broadous Elementary School vs. Sara Coughlin Elementary School, Sara Coughlin Elementary School vs. Hillery T. Broadous Elementary School
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