Valley Academy of Arts and Sciences

10445 Balboa Blvd.
Granada Hills, CA 91344

www.thevalleyacademy.net

757 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Valley Academy of Arts and Sciences (VAAS), located in Granada Hills, California, is a specialized magnet school within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Known for its rigorous academic environment, the school focuses on integrating a college-preparatory curriculum with specialized pathways in the arts and sciences. VAAS is designed to provide students with a holistic education that emphasizes critical thinking, innovation, and creative expression, preparing them for the demands of higher education and competitive professional fields.

The school is highly regarded for its small-school atmosphere, which fosters strong connections between students and faculty. Beyond its core academic instruction, VAAS offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including performing arts programs, STEM-based clubs, and competitive athletic teams. By utilizing its unique location and resources, the academy encourages students to engage with their community and develop a sense of social responsibility, aiming to graduate well-rounded individuals equipped to navigate and succeed in a global society.

757

Total Students

44.9

Full-Time Teachers

16.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

72.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Valley Academy of Arts and Sciences
Demographic	Student Count
White	170
Hispanic	470
Black	21
Asian	70
Two or More	24
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

Hispanic
470 (62.1%)
White
170 (22.5%)
Asian
70 (9.2%)
Two or More
24 (3.2%)
Black
21 (2.8%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Los Angeles Unified
Phone:	(818)832-7750
Website:	http://www.thevalleyacademy.net
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	757
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	44.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	500
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	48

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 213

Grade 10 175

Grade 11 165

Grade 12 204