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#297 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Top 17% of private schools

Academy of the Arts

Elementary School

2108 VAIL AVE, Redondo Beach, CA 90278

Private

Enrollment

73

Student-Teacher

4.4:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#297 of 1,787

In Redondo Beach

#2 of 5

public schools

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Academy of the Arts

7.4/10

Elementary School in Redondo Beach · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.6/10

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About Academy of the Arts

Academy of the Arts is a private elementary school in Redondo Beach, CA. Academy of the Arts serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy of the Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #297 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares1.2 pts above CA schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 73 students, Academy of the Arts is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 4.4:1 students to teachers, Academy of the Arts sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Academy of the Arts is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Academy of the Arts compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Redondo Beach, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.4:1
This School
vs
23:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
73
This School
vs
474
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.4
This School
vs
8.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 52.1% vs 0%
Asian 4.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.7% vs 0%
Black 1.4% vs 0%
Academy of the Arts Redondo Beach Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Academy of the Arts (this school) 7.4
Madison Elementary 7.6
Lincoln Elementary 7.4
Birney Elementary 8.9
Redondo Beach Virtual Learning
Washington Elementary 8.1
Jefferson Elementary 8.4
Beryl Heights Elementary 7.0
Alta Vista Elementary 8.3
Tulita Elementary 8.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,239
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 57%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Enrollment 73
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 52.1%
Two or More 39.7%
Asian 4.1%
Hispanic 2.7%
Black 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2108 VAIL AVE, Redondo Beach, CA 90278

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Academy of the Arts may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Birney Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Manhattan Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Towers Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Torrance), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Redondo Beach, see our Redondo Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Academy of the Arts Redondo Beach 0.0 mi
Madison Elementary Redondo Beach 0.1 mi 7.6
Aegean Academy Redondo Beach 0.2 mi
Lincoln Elementary Redondo Beach 0.5 mi 7.4
Birney Elementary Redondo Beach 0.5 mi 8.9
Adams Middle Redondo Beach 0.7 mi 7.4
Redondo Beach Virtual Learning Redondo Beach 0.7 mi
Washington Elementary Redondo Beach 0.7 mi 8.1
VALOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Redondo Beach 1.0 mi 7.3
William Green Elementary Lawndale 0.8 mi 4.8
Environmental Charter High - Lawndale Lawndale 1.0 mi 8.5
Magic Rainbow Pre School Manhattan Bch 1.1 mi
MANHATTAN ACADEMY Manhattan Beach 1.1 mi 7.1
Manhattan Academy Manhattan Beach 1.1 mi
Jefferson Elementary Redondo Beach 1.1 mi 8.4
DEL SOL PRESCHOOL-KINDERGARTEN:A REGGIO-INSPIRED C Manhattan Beach 1.1 mi
Mira Costa High Manhattan Beach 1.1 mi 7.8
Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary Manhattan Beach 1.1 mi 8.9
Towers Elementary Torrance 1.4 mi 8.5
Manhattan Beach Middle Manhattan Beach 1.3 mi 8.5

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

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Adelanto Virtual Academy Victorville, CA 7.4
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Cordua Elementary Marysville, CA 7.4
FOLSOM PREPARATORY SCHOOL Folsom, CA 7.4
FRONTIERS ACADEMY Costa Mesa, CA 7.4
Grace Smith Elementary Niland, CA 7.4

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 5th.

How many students attend Academy of the Arts?

Academy of the Arts has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy of the Arts?

The student-teacher ratio at Academy of the Arts is 4.4:1. 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 ranks #297 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Academy of the Arts's MySchoolScout rating?

Academy of the Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Academy of the Arts a private school?

Yes, Academy of the Arts is a private coeducational school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Academy of the Arts a religious school?

Academy of the Arts has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
90 Walker's Paradise
Bike Score
75 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
73
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Jewish
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County

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