Very Good
#603 of 3,177 private schools in CA
Top 19% of private schools
Academy of the Arts
Elementary School
2108 Vail Ave, Redondo Beach, CA 90278
About Academy of the Arts
Academy of the Arts is an private elementary school in Redondo Beach, CA 90278. The school serves approximately 56 students in grades Kindergarten – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.9/10, placing it in the 81.1th percentile among private schools in CA — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in classroom attention (8.9/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $148,581, where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 11 public schools in Redondo Beach, Academy of the Arts rates higher overall (7.9 vs 6.4 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Academy of the Arts compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Redondo Beach, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academy of the Arts (this school) | 7.9 |
| Madison Elementary | 5.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 7.6 |
| Birney Elementary | 7.2 |
| Redondo Beach Virtual Learning | 7.9 |
| Adams Middle | 6.4 |
| Washington Elementary | 5.8 |
| Jefferson Elementary | 7.1 |
| Beryl Heights Elementary | 5.5 |
| Parras (Nick G.) Middle | 5.4 |
| Alta Vista Elementary | 5.8 |
| Tulita Elementary | 6.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
2108 Vail Ave, Redondo Beach, CA 90278
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF THE ARTS Redondo Beach | 0.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Madison Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Aegean Academy Redondo Beach | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Birney Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Adams Middle Redondo Beach | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Redondo Beach Virtual Learning Redondo Beach | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Washington Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| VALOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Redondo Beach | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| William Green Elementary Lawndale | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Environmental Charter High - Lawndale Lawndale | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Magic Rainbow Pre School Manhattan Bch | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| MANHATTAN ACADEMY Manhattan Beach | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Manhattan Academy Manhattan Beach | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Jefferson Elementary Redondo Beach | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| DEL SOL PRESCHOOL-KINDERGARTEN:A REGGIO-INSPIRED C Manhattan Beach | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Mira Costa High Manhattan Beach | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary Manhattan Beach | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Towers Elementary Torrance | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Manhattan Beach Middle Manhattan Beach | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90278 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,581
Median Home Value
$1,195,700
Median Rent
$2,417/mo
Population
42,536
College Educated
62.5%
Homeownership
57.7%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF THE ARTS Redondo Beach, CA | 7.9 |
| Canyon Elementary Canyon, CA | 7.9 |
| LEPORT SCHOOLS - HUNTINGTON BEACH Huntington Beach, CA | 7.9 |
| Lily's Garden Preschool and Kindergarten Alhambra, CA | 7.9 |
| MONTESSORI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Huntington Beach, CA | 7.9 |
| MY FIRST MONTESSORI Huntington Beach, CA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Academy of the Arts
What grades does Academy of the Arts serve?
Academy of the Arts serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Academy of the Arts?
Academy of the Arts has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy of the Arts?
The student-teacher ratio at Academy of the Arts is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Academy of the Arts rank in CA?
Academy of the Arts is ranked #603 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is Academy of the Arts's MySchoolScout rating?
Academy of the Arts has a composite rating of 7.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Academy of the Arts a private school?
Yes, Academy of the Arts is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 56
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (310) 214-4999
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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