For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,692 students in 91356, CA (there are 6 private schools, serving 794 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 91356, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 91356, CA are Wilbur Charter For Enriched Academics, Gaspar De Portola Charter Middle School and Nestle Avenue Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 91356 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 91356, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91356, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilbur Charter For Enriched Academics
Charter School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5213 Crebs Ave.
Tarzana, CA 91356
(818) 345-1090
Tarzana, CA 91356
(818) 345-1090
Gr: K-5 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Gaspar De Portola Charter Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18720 Linnet St.
Tarzana, CA 91356
(818) 654-3300
Tarzana, CA 91356
(818) 654-3300
Gr: 6-8 | 1,461 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Nestle Avenue Charter
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5060 Nestle Ave.
Tarzana, CA 91356
(818) 342-6148
Tarzana, CA 91356
(818) 342-6148
Gr: K-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Tarzana Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5726 Topeka Dr.
Tarzana, CA 91356
(818) 881-1424
Tarzana, CA 91356
(818) 881-1424
Gr: K-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 91356, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 91356, CA include Wilbur Charter For Enriched Academics, Gaspar De Portola Charter Middle School and Nestle Avenue Charter.
How many public schools are located in 91356?
4 public schools are located in 91356.
What percentage of students in 91356 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 91356 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 91356?
91356 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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