Ararat Charter District

Situated at 6555 Sylmar Ave. in Van Nuys, California, Ararat Charter District is an active, independent charter district operating within the broader Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metropolitan area. Recognized as its own local educational agency for federal programs, this single-school district delivers elementary education within a vibrant, large-city setting. Serving students from Kindergarten through 5th grade, the district offers a focused academic foundation designed specifically for early childhood and upper elementary learners. Families and researchers seeking to connect with the district can access resources through its website at araratcharterschool.com or contact the campus directly in Van Nuys.

The district supports a close-knit enrollment of 333 students, characterized by highly balanced class sizes across all grade levels—ranging between 54 and 56 students per grade from kindergarten to fifth grade. The student body comprises 169 female and 164 male students, with a demographic makeup that includes 303 White, 29 Hispanic, and 1 Black student. To nurture academic success and student well-being, the district maintains a substantial workforce of over 81 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This team includes 29 FTE classroom teachers, 3 FTE instructional aides, and nearly 50 FTE dedicated support staff, yielding a favorable student-to-teacher ratio of approximately 11.5 to 1 that fosters individualized attention and holistic educational support.