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American Martyrs School

Elementary School

1701 LAUREL AVE, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Private

Enrollment

676

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,363 of 1,787

In Manhattan Beach

#3 of 3

public schools

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American Martyrs School

5.4/10

Elementary School in Manhattan Beach · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Pacific Elementary

8.7/10

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8.4/10

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About American Martyrs School

American Martyrs School is a private elementary school in Manhattan Beach, CA. American Martyrs School serves approximately 676 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. American Martyrs School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,363 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.8 pts below CA schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

American Martyrs 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

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How American Martyrs School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Manhattan Beach, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
This School
vs
23:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
676
This School
vs
557
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.4
This School
vs
8.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 66.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 14.8% vs 0%
Asian 11.1% vs 0%
Black 0.7% vs 0%
American Martyrs School Manhattan Beach Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
American Martyrs School (this school) 5.4
Pacific Elementary 8.7
Grand View Elementary 8.4
Meadows Avenue Elementary 8.0
Opal Robinson Elementary 8.0
Manhattan Beach Middle 8.5
Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary 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

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)
C+ 3.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 17.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,310.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 52%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Enrollment 676
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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 66.7%
Hispanic 14.8%
Asian 11.1%
Two or More 5.2%
Pacific Islander 1.5%
Black 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1701 LAUREL AVE, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering American Martyrs School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pacific Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Grand View Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Manhattan Beach, see our Manhattan Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
American Martyrs School Manhattan Beach 0.0 mi
Pacific Elementary Manhattan Beach 0.1 mi 8.7
Grand View Elementary Manhattan Beach 0.5 mi 8.4
Creative Kids Manhattan Beach 0.5 mi
Vista Training Program Vista 0.6 mi
Opal Robinson Elementary Manhattan Beach 0.9 mi 8.0
Meadows Avenue Elementary Manhattan Beach 0.8 mi 8.0
BEACH CITIES LEARNING CENTER Manhattan Beach 0.9 mi 5.8
Beach Cities Learning, Manhattan Beach Manhattan Beach 1.0 mi
Hermosa Vista Hermosa Beach 1.2 mi 7.9
Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary Manhattan Beach 1.2 mi 8.9
JOURNEY OF FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Manhattan Beach 1.4 mi
Manhattan Beach Middle Manhattan Beach 1.2 mi 8.5
FUSION ACADEMY MANHATTAN BEACH El Segundo 1.3 mi 7.1
Mira Costa High Manhattan Beach 1.4 mi 7.8
DEL SOL PRESCHOOL-KINDERGARTEN:A REGGIO-INSPIRED C Manhattan Beach 1.3 mi
Manhattan Academy Manhattan Beach 1.4 mi
MANHATTAN ACADEMY Manhattan Beach 1.4 mi 7.1
Hermosa Valley Elementary Hermosa Beach 1.7 mi 7.7
Magic Rainbow Pre School Manhattan Bch 1.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90266 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$193,904

Median Home Value

$2,000,001

Median Rent

$3,492/mo

Population

34,584

College Educated

79%

Homeownership

66.1%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

43.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about American Martyrs School

What grades does American Martyrs School serve?

American Martyrs School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend American Martyrs School?

American Martyrs School has an enrollment of approximately 676 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at American Martyrs School?

The student-teacher ratio at American Martyrs School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does American Martyrs School rank in CA?

American Martyrs School ranks #1,363 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is American Martyrs School's MySchoolScout rating?

American Martyrs School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is American Martyrs School a private school?

Yes, American Martyrs School 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 American Martyrs School a religious school?

American Martyrs School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
676
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
182 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County

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