A Los Angeles County judge has ruled that a lawsuit against Sierra Canyon School will proceed to public trial over allegations the private institution failed to address reported student sexual misconduct.

The lawsuit accuses the school of ignoring what plaintiffs describe as a student-run group involving alleged sexual abuse among students. Sierra Canyon School, located in the San Fernando Valley, serves students from kindergarten through 12th grade and has enrolled children from high-profile families.

The judge's decision means the case will move forward in open court rather than being dismissed or handled through alternative dispute resolution. Court documents indicate the allegations center on claims that school administrators were aware of misconduct but failed to take appropriate action.

Sierra Canyon School has not publicly commented on the specific allegations or the judge's ruling. The private academy charges annual tuition ranging from approximately $30,000 to $40,000 depending on grade level.

The case represents one of several recent legal challenges facing private educational institutions over their handling of student safety and misconduct allegations. The trial date has not yet been scheduled.