Best Schools in La Canada Flintridge, California
9 schools · 5 Elementary · 4 High
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Use this page to compare every school in La Canada Flintridge by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Crestview Preparatory School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
St Bede the Venerable Elementary
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in La Canada Flintridge for 2026 are Crestview Preparatory School (8.2/10), Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy (8.0/10), and St Bede the Venerable Elementary (7.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
9
0 public · 9 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$2,000,001
home value · ACS
Schools
9
0 public · 9 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$2,000,001
home value · ACS
Top-Rated Schools in La Canada Flintridge
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Crestview Preparatory School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy | 8.0 / 10 |
| 3 | St Bede the Venerable Elementary | 7.0 / 10 |
| 4 | The Hillside School & Learning Center | 6.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Foothill Progressive Montessori School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 6 | St Francis High School | 5.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $221,451
- Median home value
- $2,000,001
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 76%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How La Canada Flintridge compares
California rank
#191 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$221k
222% of California median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in La Canada Flintridge, California
La Canada Flintridge, California is home to 9 schools, including 0 public schools and 9 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, , and 4 high schools.
The highest-performing school in La Canada Flintridge is Crestview Preparatory School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
La Canada Flintridge's community shows 76% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $221,451. The poverty rate in the area is 3.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Crestview Preparatory School
Private
196 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.2 |
| 2 | St Bede the Venerable Elementary
Private
245 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.0 |
| 3 | 36 students · Kindergarten–4th | 5.8 |
| 4 | 15 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — |
| 5 | Hoggs Hollow
Private
1 students · Pre-K–TK | — |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy
Private
365 students · 9th–12th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 33 students · 7th–12th | 6.2 |
| 3 | St Francis High School
Private
620 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
| 4 | Flintridge Preparatory School
Private
537 students · 7th–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in La Canada Flintridge
La Canada Flintridge, California · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$221,451
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,842/mo
Population
20,094
College Educated
76%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Community Profile
La Canada Flintridge has a median household income of $221,451. It is a well-educated community where 76% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $2,000,001, with a median rent of $2,842/month. The local poverty rate of 3.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 5
- High
- 4
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in La Canada Flintridge, California
How many schools are in La Canada Flintridge, California?
La Canada Flintridge has 9 schools, including 0 public and 9 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the top-ranked school in La Canada Flintridge, California?
The top-ranked school in La Canada Flintridge on MySchoolScout is Crestview Preparatory School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in La Canada Flintridge, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in La Canada Flintridge on MySchoolScout is Crestview Preparatory School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best high school in La Canada Flintridge, California?
The top-ranked high school in La Canada Flintridge on MySchoolScout is Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the education level in La Canada Flintridge, California?
According to Census data, 76% of adults in La Canada Flintridge have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in La Canada Flintridge, California?
The median household income in La Canada Flintridge is approximately $221,451 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in La Canada Flintridge, California?
Yes, La Canada Flintridge has 9 private schools alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is Crestview Preparatory School with a score of 8.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in La Canada Flintridge, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in La Canada Flintridge is 8.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in La Canada Flintridge, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.