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#1305 of 3,177 private schools in CA
Top 41% of private schools
Ambassador High School
High School
2300 Crenshaw Blvd, Building B, Torrance, CA 90501
About Ambassador High School
Ambassador High School is a private high school in Torrance, CA 90501. The school serves approximately 148 students in grades 6th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.8/10, placing it in the 59th percentile among private schools in CA — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in school profile (7.5/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $92,815, where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 15 public schools in Torrance, Ambassador High School rates higher overall (7.8 vs 6.1 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Ambassador High School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Torrance, CA
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ambassador High School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Shery (Kurt T.) High (Continuation) | 6.4 |
| Gene Drevno Community Day | 7.8 |
| Torrance High | 7.1 |
| J. H. Hull Middle | 4.8 |
| Madrona Middle | 5.2 |
| Jefferson Middle | 5.8 |
| Calle Mayor Middle | 7.1 |
| South High | 7.4 |
| Van Deene Avenue Elementary | 5.2 |
| Edward J. Richardson Middle | 7.0 |
| North High | 7.0 |
| Bert M. Lynn Middle | 6.1 |
| West High | 5.0 |
| Philip Magruder Middle | 4.4 |
| Casimir Middle | 5.7 |
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
2300 Crenshaw Blvd, Building B, Torrance, CA 90501
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL Torrance | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL Torrance | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Shery (Kurt T.) High (Continuation) Torrance | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| PACIFIC EXPLORER MONTESSORI Torrance | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Torrance Elementary Torrance | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Gene Drevno Community Day Torrance | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Branch of Hope School Torrance | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL Torrance | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Torrance High Torrance | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Hickory Elementary Torrance | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| THE CHILDRENS PLACE SCHOOL Torrance | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Fern Elementary Torrance | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| TORRANCE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Torrance | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Torrance | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| First Lutheran Torrance | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Howard Wood Elementary Torrance | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| J. H. Hull Middle Torrance | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| BREAD OF LIFE CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Torrance | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| John Adams Elementary Torrance | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Bread of Life Church School Torrance | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,815
Median Home Value
$887,300
Median Rent
$1,868/mo
Population
41,319
College Educated
38.7%
Homeownership
45.6%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL Torrance, CA | 7.8 |
| AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL Torrance, CA | 7.8 |
| Emery Secondary Emeryville, CA | 7.8 |
| Foresthill High Foresthill, CA | 7.8 |
| Maxwell Sr High Maxwell, CA | 7.8 |
| Point Quest Education - El Dorado Hills El Dorado Hills, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ambassador High School
What grades does Ambassador High School serve?
Ambassador High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Ambassador High School?
Ambassador High School has an enrollment of approximately 148 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ambassador High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ambassador High School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ambassador High School rank in CA?
Ambassador High School is ranked #1305 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is Ambassador High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ambassador High School has a composite rating of 7.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Ambassador High School a private school?
Yes, Ambassador High School 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 148
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (310) 356-0950
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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