For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,747 students in 91342, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 91342, CA are Sylmar Leadership Academy and Olive Vista Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 91342 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 91342, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91342, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sylmar Leadership Academy
(Math: 36% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14550 Bledsoe St.
Sylmar, CA 91342
(818) 367-1300
Sylmar, CA 91342
(818) 367-1300
Gr: K-8 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Olive Vista Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
14600 Tyler St.
Sylmar, CA 91342
(818) 833-3900
Sylmar, CA 91342
(818) 833-3900
Gr: 6-8 | 897 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 91342, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 91342, CA include Sylmar Leadership Academy and Olive Vista Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 91342?
2 public middle schools are located in 91342.
What is the racial composition of students in 91342?
91342 public middle schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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