Best High Schools in Zip Code 91401

Three high schools serve students in grades 9-12 within the 91401 Van Nuys zip code, all part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, and they present very different educational profiles for families to consider.

Ulysses S. Grant Senior High is the traditional comprehensive high school and the standout performer in the area, with a strong 91.3% graduation rate and English Language Arts proficiency notably above district and state averages. In contrast, the much smaller Jack London Continuation and Jack London Community Day are alternative schools designed for at-risk students, and they face significant challenges, including very low graduation rates and academic proficiency.

An interesting finding is the difference in resources and outcomes; the Jack London schools spend significantly more per student than Ulysses S. Grant but have far weaker results, highlighting the intensive needs of their students. While all schools in this zip code serve a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, Ulysses S. Grant achieves comparatively strong outcomes, particularly in graduation rates and English, though it shares the district's common struggle with math and science scores.