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Ararat Charter

Los Angeles Unified · Los Angeles County · 6555 Sylmar Avenue, Van Nuys, CA 91401-6202

(818) 994-2904 · araratcharterschool.com

5/10
#3428
Rank 3428 out of 5,722
Top 60%
English Language Arts4/10 · #3549 · 38th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #3228 · 44th percentile
Science4/10 · #3579 · 36th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the busy, working-class neighborhood of Van Nuys, Ararat Charter serves families looking for a smaller, community-rooted alternative to traditional LAUSD elementary schools. The school pulls from a diverse, largely Armenian-American community that gives the area its distinct cultural character, and that sense of tight-knit identity carries into the school environment. Families drawn here tend to value the charter model and the close community feel, though those prioritizing top academic rankings may want to weigh options across the San Fernando Valley.

Student Demographics

163 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
150 (92%)
Hispanic
13 (8%)

Key Indicators

English Learners102 (63%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged143 (88%)
Students with Disabilities18 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

333
Enrollment
17.5
Teachers (FTE)
19:1
Student-Staff Ratio
4
Administrators (FTE)
24.8
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #1528 · 75th percentile

185 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found