Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
587 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#3128 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)9%
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)44%
56%
Black
(21-22)2%
5%
White
(21-22)41%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)4%
5%
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
79%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12's ranking?
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 is ranked #3128 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 often compared to?
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12is often viewed alongside schools like Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12?
The graduation rate of Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12?
587 students attend Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 offer ?
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 part of?
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 located?
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 is located in the Lake Balboa neighborhood of Van Nuys, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Lake Balboa.
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