Excellent
#5 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 1% of private schools
Alverno Heights Academy
School
200 N MICHILLINDA AVE, Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#5 of 1,787
In Sierra Madre
#1 of 3
public schools
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About Alverno Heights Academy
Alverno Heights Academy is a private school in Sierra Madre, CA. Alverno Heights Academy serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Alverno Heights Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #5 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What's said publicly about Alverno Heights Academy
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 6.3:1 students to teachers, Alverno Heights Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Alverno Heights Academy 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 Alverno Heights Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Sierra Madre, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Sierra Madre
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alverno Heights Academy (this school) | 8.7 |
| Sierra Madre Elementary | 8.4 |
| Sierra Madre Middle | 8.9 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
200 N MICHILLINDA AVE, Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alverno Heights Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Field (Eugene) Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Pasadena), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sierra Madre Middle (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sierra Madre Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sierra Madre, see our Sierra Madre schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alverno Heights Academy Sierra Madre | 0.0 mi | — |
| La Salle High School Pasadena | 0.3 mi | — |
| LA SALLE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Pasadena | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Don Benito Fundamental Pasadena | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Field (Eugene) Elementary Pasadena | 0.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Sierra Madre Elementary Sierra Madre | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sierra Madre | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| St. Rita School Sierra Madre | 0.8 mi | — |
| THE GOODEN SCHOOL Sierra Madre | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Gooden School, The Sierra Madre | 0.9 mi | — |
| Sierra Madre Middle Sierra Madre | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Pasadena High Pasadena | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| CIS Academy Pasadena | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| HIGH POINT ACADEMY Pasadena | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Options For Youth - Duarte Inc Pasadena | 1.7 mi | 2.6 |
| Hugo Reid Elementary Arcadia | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Willard Elementary Pasadena | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| SIERRA MADRE COMMUNITY NURSERY SCHOOL Sierra Madre | 1.6 mi | — |
| Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Pasadena | 1.7 mi | — |
| ASSUMPTION OF THE BVM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pasadena | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$141,094
Median Home Value
$1,172,200
Median Rent
$2,086/mo
Population
11,020
College Educated
65.4%
Homeownership
57%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
46.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Golden Eagle Charter Mount Shasta, CA | 8.7 |
| SOUTH HILLS ACADEMY West Covina, CA | 8.7 |
| FAIRMONT PRIVATE SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano, CA | 8.6 |
| Trivium Charter School Voyage Lompoc, CA | 8.6 |
| Family Partnership Charter Santa Maria, CA | 8.8 |
| Learning Choice Academy - Chula Vista La Mesa, CA | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alverno Heights Academy
What grades does Alverno Heights Academy serve?
Alverno Heights Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Alverno Heights Academy?
Alverno Heights Academy has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alverno Heights Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Alverno Heights Academy 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 Alverno Heights Academy rank in CA?
Alverno Heights Academy ranks #5 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Alverno Heights Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Alverno Heights Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Alverno Heights Academy a private school?
Yes, Alverno Heights Academy is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Alverno Heights Academy a religious school?
Alverno Heights Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 350
- Gender Split
- 33% M / 67% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 184 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (626) 355-3463
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