At a glance
Reported students
259
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
18.07
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California high enrollment
42nd percentile
Compared with 2,195 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
259
Valley International Preparatory High: 259 reported students.
State peer staffing position
26th percentile
14.3:1 reported; state peer median 19.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 262
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.6:1
What the reported data says about Valley International Preparatory High
Valley International Preparatory High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Northridge. It is one of 1 current school records connected to Valley International Preparatory High District. NCES reports 259 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,195 high schools in California with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 416 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 42nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.3:1, below the California median of 19.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (48.3%) and Hispanic or Latino (32.8%). English learners represent 2.3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 16.8%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 10 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Valley International Preparatory High
- 1How do the reported 14.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 18.07 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 2.3%
- Students with disabilities
- 16.8%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 31.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White48.3%
- Hispanic32.8%
- Black4.2%
- Asian3.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial8.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
10 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Public schools near Valley International Preparatory High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joaquin Miller Career and Transition Center High · Los Angeles Unified | 12–12 | 164 | 0.3 mi |
| Grover Cleveland Charter High High · Charter · Los Angeles Unified | 09–12 | 2,719 | 0.3 mi |
| John R. Wooden High High · Los Angeles Unified | 09–12 | 91 | 0.6 mi |
| Diane S. Leichman Career Preparatory and Transition Center High · Los Angeles Unified | 11–12 | 142 | 1.6 mi |
| Magnolia Science Academy High · Charter · Magnolia Science Academy District | 06–12 | 746 | 1.6 mi |
| Magnolia Science Academy 5 High · Charter · Magnolia Science Academy 5 District | 06–12 | 218 | 1.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Valley International Preparatory High
What grades does Valley International Preparatory High serve?
Valley International Preparatory High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Valley International Preparatory High District.
How many students attend Valley International Preparatory High?
Valley International Preparatory High reported 259 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 42nd percentile among 2,195 California high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 262 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Valley International Preparatory High?
The calculated ratio is 14.3:1, based on 259 students and 18.07 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 19.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Valley International Preparatory High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Valley International Preparatory High is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Valley International Preparatory High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
31.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Valley International Preparatory High in?
Valley International Preparatory High is part of Valley International Preparatory High District, based in Northridge, CA, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Valley International Preparatory High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Joaquin Miller Career and Transition Center (0.3 mi), Grover Cleveland Charter High (0.3 mi), John R. Wooden High (0.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.