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#607 of 1,787 private schools in CA

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Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni

Middle School

1955 FREMONT AVE, South Pasadena, CA 91030

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

136

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

6.8

Grades

1st – 1st

Enrollment

136

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

6.8

Grades

1st – 1st

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#607 of 1,787

In South Pasadena

#2 of 3

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About Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni

Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni is a private middle school in South Pasadena, CA. Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni serves approximately 136 students, and covers grades 1st-1st, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #607 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it comparesOn par with CA schools

6.8

This school 6.8 · Average
CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 136 students, Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni 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 9.7:1 students to teachers, Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni 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 Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni compares to the 5 public schools in South Pasadena, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

9.7:1

This School

25.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

136

This School

931

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.8

This School

8.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 80.1% vs 0%

White 11.8% vs 0%

Black 5.9% vs 0%

Asian 0.7% vs 0%

Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni South Pasadena Public Avg

All Schools in South Pasadena

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni (this school)	—	136	9.7:1	6.8
South Pasadena Middle	0.5 mi	1,099	22.9:1	9.0
South Pasadena Senior High	0.5 mi	1,494	24.1:1	8.2
Marengo Elementary	0.6 mi	781	30:1	8.3
Monterey Hills Elementary	0.7 mi	584	23.4:1	8.6
Arroyo Vista Elementary	1.2 mi	698	25.9:1	8.3

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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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

B+ 7.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.7:1

Instructional Commitment

A 8.7 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,300

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 32%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 136

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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)

Hispanic 80.1%

White 11.8%

Black 5.9%

Native American 1.5%

Asian 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1955 FREMONT AVE, South Pasadena, CA 91030

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. South Pasadena Middle (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sierra Vista Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Monterey Hills Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Pasadena, see our South Pasadena schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Institute for the Redesign of Learning, Almansor Academy South Pasadena	0.0 mi	146	—
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL South Pasadena	0.5 mi	305	5.3
South Pasadena Middle South Pasadena	0.5 mi	1,099	9.0
South Pasadena Senior High South Pasadena	0.5 mi	1,494	8.2
Sierra Vista Elementary Los Angeles	0.5 mi	151	9.0
Bell Tower Trilingual School Los Angeles	0.6 mi	71	—
BELL TOWER TRILINGUAL SCHOOL Alhambra	0.6 mi	89	8.2
ST JAMES PARISH DAY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN South Pasadena	0.7 mi	8	—
Marengo Elementary South Pasadena	0.6 mi	781	8.3
ONEONTA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Alhambra	0.7 mi	91	6.7
LITTLE ACORN MONTESSORI ACADEMY Alhambra	0.6 mi	22	—
Park Elementary Alhambra	0.7 mi	604	8.1
Monterey Hills Elementary South Pasadena	0.7 mi	584	8.6
Emery Park Elementary Alhambra	0.9 mi	394	7.7
IRL - WESTMORELAND ACADEMY South Pasadena	1.1 mi	95	6.9
All Souls School Alhambra	1.0 mi	289	—
ALL SOULS WORLD LANGUAGE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alhambra	1.0 mi	328	6.8
Arroyo Vista Elementary South Pasadena	1.2 mi	698	8.3
Garfield Elementary Alhambra	1.1 mi	540	7.8
Cesar Chavez Elementary Los Angeles	1.3 mi	196	6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,105

Median Home Value

$1,545,100

Median Rent

$2,218/mo

Population

26,297

College Educated

72.7%

Homeownership

44%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni

What grades does Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni serve?

Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni serves students in grades 1st through 1st.

How many students attend Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni?

Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni has an enrollment of approximately 136 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni?

The student-teacher ratio at Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni rank in CA?

Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni ranks #607 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni's MySchoolScout rating?

Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni a private school?

Yes, Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni a religious school?

No, Almansor Academy (institute for Redesign of Learni is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 79 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 49 Some Transit
Bike Score: 55 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 1st – 1st
Enrollment: 136
Gender Split: 76% M / 24% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 14
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 200 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Los Angeles County
Phone: (323) 257-3006

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