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Schools in 91326 — Northridge, California: 91326 schools aren't just reaching proficiency — they're pushing students beyond it.

91326 has 4 ranked schools in Northridge, averaging a Scope Score of 71.6/100 — 26.7 points above the state average of 44.8 (CDE CAASPP 2025). Scores range from 59.8 to 78.2, a 18.3-point spread. 3 schools rank in the 90th percentile or above statewide.

Avg Scope Score
71.6
State avg: 44.8
SchoolScope composite
Score Range
18.3
59.8 – 78.2
Avg Exceeded %
50.1%
State avg: 21.3%
Chronic Absenteeism
12.0%
State avg: 17.9%
Schools Ranked
4
With Scope Scores

How 91326 schools perform

The top-ranked school is Porter Ranch Community with a Scope Score of 78 and 55.3% of students exceeding standard.

These schools are pushing students past the bar, not just to it. Schools here average 50.1% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.3%.

Chronic absenteeism across 91326 averages 12.0%, below the state average of 17.9%. CDE CAASPP 2025.

How 91326 compares to nearby zip codes

ZipCitySchoolsAvg Scorevs 91326
91326Northridge4Strong
71.6/100
91325Northridge8Solid
54.8/100
-16.8
91324Northridge5Solid
59.2/100
-12.4
91321Newhall9Developing
47.9/100
-23.7
91331Arleta16Developing
39.2/100
-32.4
91320Newbury Park8Solid
58.0/100
-13.6

Source: CDE CAASPP 2025, analyzed by SchoolScope.

School archetypes in 91326

2 High Ceiling2 Strong All-Around

Archetypes are data-driven labels based on Scope Score dimensions. Learn more

For the data nerds

All schools in 91326

ranked by Scope Score · 2024–25 CAASPP

#SchoolExceededScore
1Porter Ranch Community
Los Angeles Unified High Ceiling
55.3%Strong
78/100
2Beckford Charter for Enriched Studies
Los Angeles Unified High Ceiling
61.0%Strong
76/100
3Castlebay Lane Charter
Los Angeles Unified Strong All-Around
46.2%Strong
73/100
4Darby Avenue Elementary
Los Angeles Unified Strong All-Around
38.0%Solid
60/100
Source: CDE CAASPP 2025 · 4 schools in 91326Methodology · Explore all schools

Schools in 91326 on the map

Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology

Scores are SchoolScope's analysis of public data, not official CDE ratings. They represent one way of interpreting test results and should not be the sole basis for school decisions.

What Scope Scores can't tell you about 91326

Numbers tell you whether students are clearing the bar. A school visit tells you whether they're happy doing it. These metrics are intentionally missing from the Scope Score: class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality; arts, music, athletics, and enrichment programs; teacher experience and turnover; campus safety and social-emotional support; parent and community engagement; quality of special education and gifted programs; how school zones and enrollment boundaries affect access. Full methodology

Frequently asked questions

Are the schools in 91326 (Northridge) good?
91326 has 4 ranked schools in Northridge, averaging a Scope Score of 71.6/100 — 26.7 points above the state average. 50.1% of students exceed the state standard on average. Data source: California Department of Education CAASPP 2025, analyzed by SchoolScope.
What is the best school in 91326?
The highest-scoring school in zip code 91326 is Porter Ranch Community with a Scope Score of 78/100 and 55.3% of students exceeding the state standard. See full methodology.
How do 91326 schools compare to the state average?
Schools in zip code 91326 average a Scope Score of 71.6/100 — 26.7 points above the state average of 44.8. The exceeded rate averages 50.1% vs. 21.3% statewide.
How many schools are in zip code 91326?
Zip code 91326 has 4 ranked schools with Scope Scores. Schools are ranked using a weighted composite of CAASPP test performance, growth trajectory, chronic absenteeism, and suspension rate. Schools with insufficient testing data are not ranked.
What does the Scope Score measure?
The Scope Score is SchoolScope's proprietary composite rating (0–100) based on seven dimensions of publicly available California school data: the exceeded-vs-met standard split, overall proficiency, grade 3–5 growth, chronic absenteeism, suspension rate, ELPAC English Learner proficiency, and baseline proficiency. Full methodology and weights.