Serving 590 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12's student population of 590 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
590 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Never Give Up on a Dream
School Rankings
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3221 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
47%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12's ranking?
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 is ranked #3221 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 often compared to?
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12is often viewed alongside schools like Sherman Oaks Center For Enriched Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12?
The graduation rate of Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12?
590 students attend Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12?
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 offer ?
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 part of?
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 located?
Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 is located in the Lake Balboa neighborhood of Van Nuys, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Lake Balboa.
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