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#1179 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Beach Cities Learning Center
High School
1431 15TH ST, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,179 of 1,787
In Manhattan Beach
#2 of 3
public schools
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Beach Cities Learning Center
High School in Manhattan Beach · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Beach Cities Learning Center
Beach Cities Learning Center is a private high school in Manhattan Beach, CA. Beach Cities Learning Center serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Beach Cities Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,179 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 31 students, Beach Cities Learning Center 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.
Beach Cities Learning Center 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 Beach Cities Learning Center compares to the 7 public schools in Manhattan Beach, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Manhattan Beach
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beach Cities Learning Center (this school) | 5.8 |
| Meadows Avenue Elementary | 8.0 |
| Manhattan Beach Middle | 8.5 |
| Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary | 8.9 |
| Pacific Elementary | 8.7 |
| Mira Costa High | 7.8 |
| Opal Robinson Elementary | 8.0 |
| Grand View Elementary | 8.4 |
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
1431 15TH ST, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beach Cities Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Mira Costa High (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FUSION ACADEMY MANHATTAN BEACH (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby El Segundo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VISTAMAR SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby El Segundo), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Manhattan Beach, see our Manhattan Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Beach Cities Learning, Manhattan Beach Manhattan Beach | 0.1 mi | — |
| Meadows Avenue Elementary Manhattan Beach | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Manhattan Beach Middle Manhattan Beach | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| DEL SOL PRESCHOOL-KINDERGARTEN:A REGGIO-INSPIRED C Manhattan Beach | 0.4 mi | — |
| Manhattan Academy Manhattan Beach | 0.4 mi | — |
| MANHATTAN ACADEMY Manhattan Beach | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Creative Kids Manhattan Beach | 0.5 mi | — |
| Magic Rainbow Pre School Manhattan Bch | 0.5 mi | — |
| Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary Manhattan Beach | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| FUSION ACADEMY MANHATTAN BEACH El Segundo | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Pacific Elementary Manhattan Beach | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Mira Costa High Manhattan Beach | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| American Martyrs School Manhattan Beach | 0.9 mi | — |
| JOURNEY OF FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Manhattan Beach | 1.1 mi | — |
| AMERICAN MARTYRS SCHOOL Manhattan Beach | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| VISTAMAR SCHOOL El Segundo | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Vistamar School El Segundo | 1.2 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary Redondo Beach | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Opal Robinson Elementary Manhattan Beach | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Vista Training Program Vista | 1.2 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 Beach Cities Learning Center
What grades does Beach Cities Learning Center serve?
Beach Cities Learning Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Beach Cities Learning Center?
Beach Cities Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beach Cities Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Beach Cities Learning Center is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Beach Cities Learning Center rank in CA?
Beach Cities Learning Center ranks #1,179 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Beach Cities Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Beach Cities Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Beach Cities Learning Center a private school?
Yes, Beach Cities Learning Center 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 Beach Cities Learning Center a religious school?
No, Beach Cities Learning Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 31
- Gender Split
- 77% M / 23% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 546-4109
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