Serving 2,738 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Vaughn Next Century Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,738 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vaughn Next Century Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Vaughn Next Century Learning Center's student population of 2,738 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
2,738 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Vaughn Next Century Learning Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vaughn Next Century Learning Center is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5889 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vaughn Next Century Learning Center's ranking?
Vaughn Next Century Learning Center is ranked #5889 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Vaughn Next Century Learning Center often compared to?
Vaughn Next Century Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Granada Hills Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vaughn Next Century Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Vaughn Next Century Learning Center is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Vaughn Next Century Learning Center?
2,738 students attend Vaughn Next Century Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Vaughn Next Century Learning Center students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vaughn Next Century Learning Center?
Vaughn Next Century Learning Center has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vaughn Next Century Learning Center offer ?
Vaughn Next Century Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Vaughn Next Century Learning Center part of?
Vaughn Next Century Learning Center is part of Vaughn Next Century Learning Center School District.
In what neighborhood is Vaughn Next Century Learning Center located?
Vaughn Next Century Learning Center is located in the Pacoima neighborhood of San Fernando, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Pacoima.
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