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Van Nuys Senior High

6535 Cedros Ave., Van Nuys, CA, 91411

About Van Nuys Senior High

Van Nuys Senior High is a well-known public school in California that serves about 2,360 students in grades 9–12. People think very highly of its prestigious magnet programs in math and science, medicine, and the performing arts. The school is known for being very academically challenging, with 52% of students taking Advanced Placementclasses. There is a lot of diversity among the students. 88% are minorities and 81% are considered economically disadvantaged. 59% of students are good at reading and 35% are good at math, which is a good sign for their academic skills. Students at this school do very well on tests, with average SAT scores of 1160 and ACT scores of 25. It is one of the best schools in the Los Angeles Unified School District. Van Nuys Senior High has a student-to-teacher ratio of 23:1 and a long history of excellence. It is known as one of the best schools for its ability to offer high-level educational pathways that make sure students are very well-prepared for college, and it is one of the best high schools in California.

Van Nuys Senior High Contact Information

Address

6535 Cedros Ave., Van Nuys, CA, 91411

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Phone

(818) 778-6800

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 35%
Reading 59%
State average proficiency is 35% in Math and 59% in Reading.
113
Full-time Teachers
19 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
3
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
2176
Total Students
$58409
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 2657 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Van Nuys Senior High

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM to 3:38 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 11.53%
Asian 13.6%
Hispanic 68.66%
Black 3.54%
Two+ Races 2.3%
Native Am. 0%
White
11.53%
Asian
13.6%
Hispanic
68.66%
Black
3.54%
Two+ Races
2.3%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 2176
48.9%
1064 Female
51.1%
1112 Male

Student Population

2176 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

272 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Van Nuys Senior High recently reached a big milestone for its Medical Magnet program. Students are now getting real-world experience by working with local healthcare providers in new clinical observation partnerships. Recent improvements to the campus, such as installing energy-efficient lighting and updating classroom furniture to support group STEAM projects, are also good for the campus. The school's award-winning journalism department also continues to get recognition in the region for its student-run publications, which now have more digital multimedia elements.

FAQ

Q1. Are college entrance exams conducted here?

Ans. Students can take the SAT and ACT tests on-site or through programs that work together.

Q2. What does Van Nuys Senior High do to help students get ready for life after graduation?

Ans. College planning, mentoring, and skill-building programs help students move on to higher education, vocational paths, or jobs.

Q3. Are students allowed to go to cultural and arts events?

Ans. Yes, Van Nuys Senior High encourages students to be creative by offering programs in music, theater, and the visual arts.

Q4. Can students get rides from all neighborhoods?

Ans. Bus service is available depending on the district's eligibility zones.

Q5. Does Van Nuys Senior High offer individualized learning assistance?

Ans. Yes, Van Nuys Senior High gives students advice and help to help them reach their academic goals.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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