Very Good
#457 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 26% of private schools
Al-huda Islamic School
Elementary School
12209 HAWTHORNE WAY, Hawthorne, CA 90250
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#457 of 1,787
In Hawthorne
#1 of 4
public schools
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Al-huda Islamic School
Elementary School in Hawthorne · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Al-huda Islamic School
Al-huda Islamic School is a private elementary school in Hawthorne, CA. Al-huda Islamic School serves approximately 127 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Al-huda Islamic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #457 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 127 students, Al-huda Islamic School 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 6.3:1 students to teachers, Al-huda Islamic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Al-huda Islamic School 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
BetaHow Al-huda Islamic School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Hawthorne, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Al-huda Islamic School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Eucalyptus | 5.3 |
| Washington | 6.2 |
| Hawthorne Middle | 6.4 |
| York | 7.4 |
| Ramona | 6.9 |
| Del Aire Elementary | 8.1 |
| Kornblum | 4.7 |
| Prairie Vista Middle | 5.5 |
| Jefferson | 7.1 |
| Zela Davis | 4.6 |
| Hollyglen Elementary | 5.5 |
| Bud Carson Middle | 5.0 |
| Wiseburn Middle | 7.4 |
| Aviation Elementary | 8.0 |
| Renaissance County Community | 5.2 |
| Cimarron Avenue Elementary | 6.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
12209 HAWTHORNE WAY, Hawthorne, CA 90250
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Al-huda Islamic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Del Aire Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is York (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Moffett Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Lennox), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hawthorne, see our Hawthorne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hawthorne Math and Science Academy Hawthorne | 0.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Family First Charter Hawthorne | 0.2 mi | 1.3 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Hawthorne | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Eucalyptus Hawthorne | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Washington Hawthorne | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Hawthorne Middle Hawthorne | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| LAUNCH PAD LEARNING Hawthorne | 0.5 mi | — |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hawthorne | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| York Hawthorne | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Hawthorne High Hawthorne | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Ramona Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Lennox Mathematics Science and Technology Academy Lennox | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Moffett Elementary Lennox | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Animo Leadership High Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Rising Stars Academy Elementary Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | — |
| Lennox Middle Lennox | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| LIGHT OF KNOWLEDGE CHILD CARE CENTER Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | — |
| Jefferson Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Prairie Vista Middle Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Del Aire Elementary Hawthorne | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,923
Median Home Value
$827,600
Median Rent
$1,723/mo
Population
94,991
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
31.8%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
34
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hayward, CA | 7.1 |
| Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter San Luis Obispo, CA | 7.1 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Cruz, CA | 7.1 |
| Lafayette Park Primary Center Los Angeles, CA | 7.1 |
| MANHATTAN ACADEMY Manhattan Beach, CA | 7.1 |
| Mariposa-Nabi Primary Center Los Angeles, CA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Al-huda Islamic School
What grades does Al-huda Islamic School serve?
Al-huda Islamic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Al-huda Islamic School?
Al-huda Islamic School has an enrollment of approximately 127 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Al-huda Islamic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Al-huda Islamic School is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Al-huda Islamic School rank in CA?
Al-huda Islamic School ranks #457 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Al-huda Islamic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Al-huda Islamic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Al-huda Islamic School a private school?
Yes, Al-huda Islamic School is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Al-huda Islamic School a religious school?
Al-huda Islamic School has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 127
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 9.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 973-0500
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