Van Gogh Charter

Summary:

Van Gogh Charter is a public charter elementary school located in Granada Hills, California, serving 413 students in grades K-5. This high-performing school consistently outperforms the Los Angeles Unified School District and the state of California in academic achievement, with over 70% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics.

Van Gogh Charter's exceptional performance extends to its subgroups as well, with Hispanic and low socioeconomic status students significantly outperforming their counterparts across the state. The school's chronic absenteeism rate, while fluctuating, remains lower than many nearby schools in the area, such as Tulsa Street Elementary, Granada Elementary, and Danube Avenue Elementary, which have much higher rates. Additionally, Van Gogh Charter has a relatively lower percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch compared to some of its neighbors.

Van Gogh Charter's consistent high performance, with a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger for most of the past decade, is a testament to the school's effective teaching practices and strong academic programs. The school's exceptional support for its Hispanic and low-income students is particularly noteworthy, as it helps to address achievement gaps that often exist in many schools. While the specific factors contributing to Van Gogh Charter's success are not fully clear, the school's model of excellence serves as an example of how public charter schools can effectively support student learning and development.


Detail:

Public, Charter K-5

 17160 Van Gogh St.
       Granada Hills, CA  91344-1217


(818) 360-2141

District: Los Angeles Unified

SchoolDigger Rank:
810th of 5,862 California Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $9,736 Help


Students who attend Van Gogh Charter usually attend:

Middle:    Robert Frost Middle
High:    John F. Kennedy High
    Northridge Academy High
    Valley Academy of Arts and Sciences

Student/teacher ratio:  24.2 Help
Number of students:  413

Racial breakdown:

Not Specified:
100.0%

Free/discounted lunch recipients:  46.7% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Van Gogh Charter ranks better than 86.2% of elementary schools in California. It also ranks 47th among 486 ranked elementary schools in the Los Angeles Unified School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 88.11. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details 46.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Van Gogh Charter is 24.2. 473 elementary schools in the Los Angeles Unified School District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Van Gogh Charter is $9,736. 421 elementary schools in the Los Angeles Unified School District spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Van Gogh Charter:

SchoolDigger ranks Van Gogh Charter 810th of 5862 California public elementary schools. (See Van Gogh Charter in the ranking list.)

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Los Angeles Unified:

SchoolDigger ranks Los Angeles Unified 871st of 1568 California school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Van Gogh Charter

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Rank History for all students at Van Gogh Charter

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 84.18 741st 4809 84.6%
2005 84.25 764th 4822 84.2%
2006 85.87 695th 4818 85.6%
2007 92.91 351st 5113 93.1%
2008 91.09 420th 5113 91.8%
2009 88.77 544th 5193 89.5%
2010 89.11 495th 5314 90.7%
2011 90.52 403rd 5377 92.5%
2012 92.15 284th 5390 94.7%
2013 92.26 306th 5530 94.5%
2015 87.89 731st 5611 87.0%
2016 88.53 707th 5614 87.4%
2017 80.10 1129th 5692 80.2%
2018 87.58 767th 5662 86.5%
2019 78.77 1227th 5789 78.8%
2022 85.43 926th 5883 84.3%
2023 91.31 618th 5874 89.5%
2024 88.11 810th 5862 86.2%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Van Gogh Charter

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 90.56 264th 5084 94.8%
2019 74.39 959th 5173 81.5%
2022 90.90 313th 5264 94.1%
2023 97.44 92nd 5374 98.3%
2024 92.71 331st 5511 94.0%
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Rank History for Female students at Van Gogh Charter

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 85.58 796th 5413 85.3%
2019 80.60 1045th 5492 81.0%
2022 86.48 794th 5635 85.9%
2023 91.52 535th 5617 90.5%
2024 88.03 720th 5605 87.2%
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Rank History for Male students at Van Gogh Charter

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 87.16 729th 5431 86.6%
2019 74.77 1308th 5510 76.3%
2022 79.84 1115th 5663 80.3%
2023 87.83 731st 5650 87.1%
2024 85.41 853rd 5636 84.9%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Van Gogh Charter

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 87.18 406th 4830 91.6%
2019 77.70 802nd 4963 83.8%
2022 92.22 282nd 5084 94.5%
2023 96.34 120th 5098 97.6%
2024 93.97 209th 5102 95.9%
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Rank History for White students at Van Gogh Charter

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 75.73 612th 2737 77.6%
2019 70.63 797th 2834 71.9%
2022 63.18 1036th 2726 62.0%
2023 75.18 613th 2662 77.0%
2024 65.41 948th 2647 64.2%
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Data source: test scores: California Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: California Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Van Gogh Charter

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 237 53 70 91 0 n/a n/a 0 451
1989 227 44 94 114 4 n/a n/a 0 483
1990 227 41 87 120 0 n/a n/a 0 475
1991 227 44 92 92 0 n/a n/a 0 455
1992 230 30 87 100 0 n/a n/a 0 447
1993 205 21 73 63 0 n/a n/a 0 362
1994 207 24 77 61 0 n/a n/a 0 369
1995 199 32 64 58 1 n/a n/a 0 354
1996 199 32 64 58 1 n/a n/a 0 354
1997 216 32 66 67 1 n/a n/a 0 382
1998 220 37 86 62 1 n/a n/a 0 406
1999 229 31 95 72 3 n/a n/a 0 430
2000 217 29 103 82 6 n/a n/a 0 437
2001 217 30 102 77 6 n/a n/a 0 432
2002 195 34 94 118 3 n/a n/a 0 444
2003 195 34 94 118 3 n/a n/a 0 444
2004 203 36 90 122 3 n/a n/a 0 454
2005 205 26 79 111 6 n/a n/a 0 427
2006 210 25 76 125 1 n/a n/a 0 437
2007 199 23 62 124 1 n/a n/a 31 440
2008 189 32 56 127 2 n/a n/a 0 406
2009 174 31 55 123 1 0 53 0 437
2010 190 21 52 168 0 1 26 0 458
2011 208 23 81 167 4 2 0 0 485
2012 210 26 73 166 4 2 0 0 481
2013 216 26 83 173 1 1 1 0 501
2014 219 22 78 172 1 3 0 0 495
2015 223 15 63 165 1 1 30 0 498
2016 219 15 66 173 1 1 38 0 513
2017 212 15 61 188 1 2 30 0 509
2018 177 16 54 197 0 2 24 0 470
2019 203 27 48 187 0 2 1 0 468
2020 174 13 44 197 0 1 22 0 451
2021 170 14 38 175 0 1 26 0 424
2022 148 14 41 162 0 0 30 0 395
2023 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 413 413

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Van Gogh Charter

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 451 15.3 29.4 n/a
1989 483 17.0 28.4 n/a
1990 475 17.2 27.6 n/a
1991 455 17.0 26.7 n/a
1992 447 17.3 25.8 26.2
1993 362 13.4 27.0 20.2
1994 369 14.4 25.6 20.3
1995 354 13.0 27.2 23.2
1996 354 13.0 27.2 23.2
1997 382 14.0 27.3 22.3
1998 406 19.0 21.4 22.4
1999 430 21.0 20.5 20.7
2000 437 23.0 19.0 20.8
2001 432 22.0 19.6 20.6
2002 444 23.0 19.3 22.1
2003 444 23.0 19.3 22.1
2004 454 24.0 18.9 22.9
2005 427 22.0 19.4 22
2006 437 23.0 19.0 20.8
2007 440 23.5 18.7 23
2008 406 25.2 16.1 20.9
2009 437 22.0 18.2 17.4
2010 458 20.0 22.9 19.9
2011 485 n/a n/a 19.4
2012 481 19.0 25.3 n/a
2013 501 19.0 26.3 18.6
2014 495 20.0 24.7 23.2
2015 498 20.0 24.9 21.1
2016 513 20.0 25.6 32.9
2017 509 20.0 25.4 39.7
2018 470 19.0 24.7 41.1
2019 468 19.0 24.6 42.1
2020 451 n/a n/a 46.6
2021 424 18.0 23.5 46.5
2022 395 18.0 21.9 47.1
2023 413 17.0 24.2 46.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Van Gogh Charter

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 451 15.3 29.4 n/a
1989 483 17.0 28.4 n/a
1990 475 17.2 27.6 n/a
1991 455 17.0 26.7 n/a
1992 447 17.3 25.8 26.2
1993 362 13.4 27.0 20.2
1994 369 14.4 25.6 20.3
1995 354 13.0 27.2 23.2
1996 354 13.0 27.2 23.2
1997 382 14.0 27.3 22.3
1998 406 19.0 21.4 22.4
1999 430 21.0 20.5 20.7
2000 437 23.0 19.0 20.8
2001 432 22.0 19.6 20.6
2002 444 23.0 19.3 22.1
2003 444 23.0 19.3 22.1
2004 454 24.0 18.9 22.9
2005 427 22.0 19.4 22
2006 437 23.0 19.0 20.8
2007 440 23.5 18.7 23
2008 406 25.2 16.1 20.9
2009 437 22.0 18.2 17.4
2010 458 20.0 22.9 19.9
2011 485 n/a n/a 19.4
2012 481 19.0 25.3 n/a
2013 501 19.0 26.3 18.6
2014 495 20.0 24.7 23.2
2015 498 20.0 24.9 21.1
2016 513 20.0 25.6 32.9
2017 509 20.0 25.4 39.7
2018 470 19.0 24.7 41.1
2019 468 19.0 24.6 42.1
2020 451 n/a n/a 46.6
2021 424 18.0 23.5 46.5
2022 395 18.0 21.9 47.1
2023 413 17.0 24.2 46.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Kindergarten Immunization Rates

Van Gogh Charter

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionConditionalPolioHepatitis BVaricellaDTPMMR
201285.0%3.0%0.0%12.0%92.0%95.0%95.0%91.0%90.0%
201393.0%3.0%0.0%4.0%96.0%97.0%97.0%97.0%94.0%
201494.0%2.0%0.0%5.0%97.0%98.0%98.0%97.0%95.0%
201593.0%0.0%0.0%7.0%95.0%96.0%96.0%95.0%97.0%
201694.0%6.0%0.0%0.0%94.0%94.0%94.0%94.0%94.0%
201796.0%2.0%1.0%1.0%97.0%97.0%≥98.0%97.0%97.0%
2018≥98.0%≤2.0%≤2.0%≤2.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%
2019≥98.0%≤2.0%≤2.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%
202096.6%2.3%1.1%96.6%
202196.0%0.0%1.3%97.3%97.3%

Data source: California Department of Public Health
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Van Gogh Charter

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2018 $9,736

Data source: California Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Van Gogh Charter

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 1227th of 5789 Elementary schoolsRanks 618th of 5874 Elementary schools
 10.7%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Van Gogh Charter)60.369.4
 9.2%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Los Angeles Unified)42.940.1
 2.9%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (California)48.543
 5.6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Van Gogh Charter)63.268.1
 4.8%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Los Angeles Unified)44.442.8
 1.6%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (California)50.245.1
 5.1%
4th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Van Gogh Charter)81.574.1
 7.3%
   4th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Los Angeles Unified)43.439.9
 3.5%
   4th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (California)49.543.7
 5.7%
4th Grade Mathematics (Van Gogh Charter)66.774.1
 7.5%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Los Angeles Unified)3837.6
 0.4%
   4th Grade Mathematics (California)44.940.8
 4.1%
5th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Van Gogh Charter)62.778.1
 15.4%
   5th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Los Angeles Unified)44.741.5
 3.1%
   5th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (California)51.746.7
 5%
5th Grade Mathematics (Van Gogh Charter)46.365.1
 18.8%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Los Angeles Unified)31.130.5
 0.6%
   5th Grade Mathematics (California)3833.4
 4.6%
5th Grade Science (Van Gogh Charter)44.854.7
 9.9%
   5th Grade Science (Los Angeles Unified)24.324.8
 0.5%
   5th Grade Science (California)31.731.9
 0.1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students468413
 11.8%
African American270
 100%
American Indian00
Asian480
 100%
Hispanic1870
 100%
Pacific Islander20
 100%
White2030
 100%
Two or More Races10
 100%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients42.1%46.7%
 4.6%


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In the 2022-23 school year, 413 students attended Van Gogh Charter.

Van Gogh Charter ranks 810th of 5862 California elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

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