2022 Best Public Schools in West Hills

Larchmont Charter School

• Public School•
• LOS ANGELES, CA•
• PK, K-12
• •
  Rating 4.13 out of 5  89 reviews

Parent: Our child has been at Larchmont since kinder and has thrived. He went to the elementary Fairfax campus, a smaller campus with spacious classrooms, and he has loved the bigger Selma campus too. The leadership works hard to create an accessible and friendly atmosphere for the students and parents so there is a strong sense of community. The admin is collaborative and value parent input. The teachers are nurturing and attentive and know when to give students more help or more of a challenge. There are many enrichment classes (art, music, gardening, sports teams, band), a social-emotional curriculum and clubs. Most kids eat the (optional) lunch prepared in the Fairfax kitchen and is SO good. At Selma, our child has delved deeper into academics and developed new interests like government and digital media in clubs. We have seen his intellectual curiosity and independence grow and we look forward to the La Fayette Campus!...Read 89 Reviews

• grade A+

• 1,551 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Calabasas High School

• Las Virgenes Unified School District, CA•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.73 out of 5  290 reviews

Alum: When I was four years old, my mother (who was recently divorced) moved us to Calabasas, CA in search of a better life. I was raised within the Las Virgines Unified School district and believe that I received an excellent education. Calabasas High School is more diverse than schools in the surrounding area as they offer many who reside outside of the district to attend. There are so many ways to get involved at Calabasas. I was the founder of a club called 'Next Level' and our mission was to educate our peers on various cultures that they may not have been familiar with...Read 290 Reviews

• grade A+

• 1,957 Students
• 26:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

WISH Community School

• Public School•
• LOS ANGELES, CA•
• K-8
• •
  Rating 4.64 out of 5  11 reviews

Parent: I have 4 kids that went through WISH Elementary and now 2 are at WISH Middle and 2 are at WISH Academy HS. WISH has been an amazing experience for my kids and us as parents. The teachers and staff care about the kids and families and really build a community. The school is far more diverse (in terms of socio-economics, race, neurodiversity, physical ability, culture, learning style, etc.) than other westside schools and that has huge benefits for it's students. I feel like my kids' time at WISH has laid a strong foundation for whatever my children choose to do in the future...Read 11 Reviews

• grade A

• 781 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Renaissance Arts Academy

• Public School•
• LOS ANGELES, CA•
• K-12
• •
  Rating 3.85 out of 5  41 reviews

Junior: What I enjoy most is the fact that no boundaries are put between subjects or students. All students can explore the same subject and yet still learn something. They have done an excellent job at involving the arts in our academics, and it has made me understand certain topics more than I used to. What I would change would primarily be how we are prepared for college. The school does fulfill a lot of requirements for us, however we can't add much for extracurriculars, and resources are pretty rare...Read 41 Reviews

• grade A

• 539 Students
• 28:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

KIPP Iluminar Academy

• Public School•
• LOS ANGELES, CA•
• K-4
• •
  Rating 2 out of 5  3 reviews

• grade A

• 570 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Round Meadow Elementary School

• Las Virgenes Unified School District, CA•
• K-5

• grade A

• 529 Students
• 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

KIPP Raices Academy

• Public School•
• LOS ANGELES, CA•
• K-4

• grade A

• 586 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Mariposa School of Global Education

• Las Virgenes Unified School District, CA•
• K-8
• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  2 reviews

Freshman: I can't even begin to explain how much I loved Mariposa. I am a freshman in high school but Mariposa was amazing. I was actually excited to learn. You learn handwriting, handwork, religions and cultures, Spanish, writing, reading, math. In 5th grade we learned about ancient mythologies, and at the end of the school year, we were focusing on Ancient Greek mythology. We did a pentathlon where we learned how to throw a javelin and a discus, how to wrestle the Grecian way, and we did sprinting and the long jump. The curriculum focuses on teaching kids stuff when they are the most excited for it, and also on the kids social emotional development. Every kid in my class was brilliant and happy to go to school. Mariposa encourages parents to give their kids screens only on the weekends, so their growing brains won't be stunted by media. When I went to high school, I was more than prepared. I am so proud to have gone to Mariposa and to have the unique schooling and opportunities it gave me...Read 2 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 408 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

King/Drew Medical Magnet High School

• Los Angeles Unified School District, CA•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.69 out of 5  884 reviews

Freshman: My experience at King Drew Medical High School has been very good. Even though my first 9th grade year has been on zoom, there good parts about this school that I love. The teachers love the engage with you and do care about how you may be feeling. When you need help, the school lets teachers host office hours. Office hours are teachers giving a separate class after school for any students that need clarification on something or are confused about the lesson that was taught to them. It is very diverse and you get to see many students of different colors and backgrounds. King Drew offers many opportunities . For example, this schools has a Heath Care which gives the students an opportunity to go to MLK Hospital and observe the professionals in person and do fun labs. I do recommend this school for students who would like to be in the doctor field in the future and for students that just wants a positive, hard-working, fun school that has teachers that pushes you to your limit!...Read 884 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 1,555 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Math & Science College Preparatory

• Public School•
• LOS ANGELES, CA•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 4.33 out of 5  51 reviews

Senior: I've been at this school for four years and it's been a roller coaster. Do I hate this school? Honestly no. Do I wish school started at 9 instead of 7? Yes, I do. I miss my sleep since homework is a lot depending on the classes you get. But when it comes to the bullying policy, they're very effective and I really appreciate that they care. I used to get bullied because of my stutter, but the situation was handled immediately and didn't have any process after that, none at all. The sports are limited since we are a small school, but the school spirit is definitely there, especially at basketball games! Overall, this was a cool school and I've made amazing friends here and the teachers(most of them anyway) are likey!...Read 51 Reviews

• grade A minus

• 524 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

KIPP Comienza Community Prep

• Public School•
• HUNTINGTON PARK, CA•
• K-8

• grade A minus

• 1,025 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

KIPP Sol Academy

• Public School•
• LOS ANGELES, CA•
• 5-8

• grade A minus

• 503 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Alliance Collins Family College Ready High School

• Public School•
• HUNTINGTON PARK, CA•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.8 out of 5  385 reviews

Junior: Being a Junior at Alliance Collins Family College Ready Highschool has been really good, the the whole staff is always there to help you succeed. Since the pandemic did take a toll on plenty of students in my school, Collins has provided us with the support we need in order to feel comfortable and safe. By creating a safe environment, and to have a support system to rely on, it really helps us as students know that we can depend on the school to help us with any issue we need. From the end of 2019 to now, there has been big changes to the school, us as students are now able to input our opinion on more things, as to how we feel about schedules, or how we feel about how the school is managing overall. This school is helping me succeed not only to go to a university, but preparing me for beyond...Read 385 Reviews

• grade B+

• 597 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Alliance Margaret M. Bloomfield High School

• Public School•
• HUNTINGTON PARK, CA•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 4.44 out of 5  84 reviews

Senior: Not only is this high school extremely caring for your future self but it also offers multiple classes that can showcase how outstanding a student can be. They also occasionally offer the change of other universities or colleges to allow students to take some college courses. That even isn't cutting to what they do n a daily basis to make sure their students are always actively using their minds and growing from experience, with the just of IXL and achieve articles each month students and now able to learn more on different types of topics based on what they choose...Read 84 Reviews

• grade B+

• 527 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Justice Street Academy Charter School

• Los Angeles Unified School District, CA•
• K-5

• grade B+

• 415 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

KIPP Academy of Innovation

• Public School•
• LOS ANGELES, CA•
• 5-8
• •
  Rating 4 out of 5  3 reviews

Parent: Administration and teachers have been very supportive during these trying times. During the school closure, my daughter was still receiving the same quality education she needed to complete the school year. They've also offered a free virtual summer camp where my daughter has the opportunity to talk to her friends and do activities...Read 3 Reviews

• grade B+

• 482 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Animo Pat Brown Charter High School

• Public School•
• LOS ANGELES, CA•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 4.08 out of 5  156 reviews

Senior: My experience in Animo Pat Brown was such a memorable time, considering that I am now a senior. Starting off in my freshman year I didn't know what to expect, I was filled with fear but the teachers and peers made such a welcoming, comfortable environment. I like how the Schools community reaches to ensure everyone feels welcomed. In Animo Pat Brown it is literally like family because everyone knows each other in some way. If I had the opportunity to redo everything I would because it is such an amazing school. The teachers and staff are very considerate of our well being and quick to act when there is an issue. The learning pace is the definition of perfect and steady, if anyone falls behind the teachers provide guided study after school to help the students catch up. Overall the academics, people, staff etc. Are really amazing people, The campus overall is really beautiful and truth be told I feel like I had reached my goals and felt fulfilled with encouragement to attend college...Read 156 Reviews

• grade B

• 600 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Discovery Charter Preparatory School

• Public School•
• SYLMAR, CA•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.29 out of 5  55 reviews

Senior: Discovery Preparatory School is a comfortable, small sized school consisting of wonderful students and teachers. Considering how small it is, it grants each student the greater opportunity to receive complete assistance with their issues, and appointments with the counselor, as well as to receive critical information about colleges/universities. The school primarily does it's best to urge and prepare students for the life and educational opportunities of college, meanwhile also providing college courses for the students to take and excel as an advantage. It contains an extremely friendly environment with little to almost no complications between peers. It is one school that I would always prefer among the rest...Read 55 Reviews

• grade B

• 248 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

PUC California Academy for Liberal Studies Early College High School

• Public School•
• LOS ANGELES, CA•
• 6-12
• •
  Rating 3.64 out of 5  159 reviews

Senior: Cals is a small school so I didn't experience the high school experience of having field trips, rallies, a senior trip, and more. It is a charter school so they aren't directly funded by the government which is affected me because we don't receive the right resources for us. Also, students are way too babied when Cals is supposed to be a "College Prep" by the teachers mostly with this upcoming generation who just rebel because they think it's "cool". However, I enjoyed that there is more interaction with the teachers during class and how I was able to take several college classes at school for free. I would've preferred for there to be more clubs because it helps for applications and resumes. During my time at this school, I can say that there is much work needed if they want their students to succeed in the real world...Read 159 Reviews

• grade B

• 527 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

University Preparatory Value High School

• Public School•
• LOS ANGELES, CA•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 4.75 out of 5  12 reviews

Alum: Great experience with teachers and Administration. Students are empowered to create clubs, sporting events, and in some classes their own projects. The AP courses are rigorous and they prepare you for the challenges in college. The best part about my senior at UPVHS is that the college counseling team really work with all students in applying to colleges and completing financial aid forms. Great small school!...Read 12 Reviews

• grade B

• 478 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Ivy Academia

• Public School•
• WOODLAND HILLS, CA•
• K-12
• •
  Rating 3.35 out of 5  55 reviews

Parent: Everyone is so warm and welcoming and my children love going to school every day! The staff knows who the kids are and genuinely cares and looks out for them. Any time I've had a concern I have received a prompt response and was confident in the resolution. I look forward to many happy years at Ivy with my kids in their new home!...Read 55 Reviews

• grade B

• 612 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Alliance Morgan McKinzie High School

• Public School•
• LOS ANGELES, CA•
• 9-12
• •
  Rating 3.48 out of 5  139 reviews

Senior: My high school experience was the best in this school. It guarantees free tutoring for those who need help or who are failing. They try their best to get us on track to go to college. Yes, this school might be somewhat challenging but as long as you try you will do fine. This school offers the requirements inorder for you to go to college...Read 139 Reviews

• grade B minus

• 438 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Aspire Tital Academy

• Public School•
• HUNTINGTON PARK, CA•
• K-5

• grade B minus

• 328 Students
• 29:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy #12

• Public School•
• LOS ANGELES, CA•
• 6-8
• •
  Rating 4 out of 5  3 reviews

Niche User: Alliance College-Ready Middle Academy #12 is a great school. Environment is safe. Teachers care about the children's education and they try to make learning fun for them!Read 3 Reviews

• grade B minus

• 455 Students
• 28:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Stella Middle Charter Academy

• Public School•
• LOS ANGELES, CA•
• 5-8
• •
  Rating 4.93 out of 5  15 reviews

Parent: My son was so under educated from his elementary school and just didn’t like school. I enrolled him into Stella and he’s made a huge change! He loves this school! And I’ve seen an impressive difference in his grades and thirst for knowledge!...Read 15 Reviews

• grade B minus

• 496 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio