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#673 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Top 38% of private schools

Bridges Academy

School

3921 LAUREL CANYON BLVD, Studio City, CA 91604

Private

Enrollment

182

Student-Teacher

3.8:1

Score

6.7

Grades

4th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#673 of 1,787

In Studio City

#1 of 2

public schools

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Bridges Academy

6.7/10

School in Studio City · grades 4th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bridges Academy

Bridges Academy is a private school in Studio City, CA. Bridges Academy serves approximately 182 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 3.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bridges Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #673 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.4 pts above CA schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 182 students, Bridges Academy 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 3.8:1 students to teachers, Bridges Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Bridges 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

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How Bridges Academy compares to the 1 public school in Studio City, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
3.8:1
This School
vs
25.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
182
This School
vs
873
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
8.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.4% vs 0%
Asian 2.2% vs 0%
Black 1.1% vs 0%
Bridges Academy Studio City Public Avg

All Schools in Studio City

School Rating
Bridges Academy (this school) 6.7
Carpenter Community Charter 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)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 3.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,141
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 19%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 182
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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 90.1%
Hispanic 4.4%
Asian 2.2%
Two or More 2.2%
Black 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3921 LAUREL CANYON BLVD, Studio City, CA 91604

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bridges Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. OAKWOOD SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby North Hollywood), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Berenece Carlson Home Hospital (rated 5.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby North Hollywood), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Studio City, see our Studio City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Carpenter Community Charter Studio City 0.2 mi 8.9
ABC LITTLE SCHOOL Studio City 0.7 mi
Campbell Hall (Episcopal) Studio City 0.8 mi
Walter Reed Middle North Hollywood 0.9 mi 8.2
VALLEY TORAH HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS' DIVISION Valley Village 1.1 mi 6.9
HARVARD-WESTLAKE SCHOOL Studio City 0.9 mi 6.0
Beth Hillel Day Valley Village 1.1 mi
BETH HILLEL DAY SCHOOL Valley Village 1.1 mi 5.8
BETH HILLEL DAY SCHOOL Valley Village 1.1 mi 6.0
Colfax Charter Elementary Valley Village 1.4 mi 9.0
THE WESLEY SCHOOL North Hollywood 1.5 mi 7.6
THE WESLEY SCHOOL North Hollywood 1.5 mi
North Hollywood Senior High North Hollywood 1.7 mi 8.8
OAKWOOD SCHOOL North Hollywood 1.7 mi 6.3
OAKWOOD ELEMENTARY North Hollywood 1.7 mi 7.4
Oakwood Secondary North Hollywood 1.7 mi
Berenece Carlson Home Hospital North Hollywood 1.5 mi 5.9
Amelia Earhart Continuation North Hollywood 1.9 mi 5.4
Riverside Drive Charter Sherman Oaks 1.7 mi 7.6
Rio Vista Elementary North Hollywood 1.6 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$141,317

Median Home Value

$1,698,900

Median Rent

$2,471/mo

Population

32,118

College Educated

64.7%

Homeownership

44.7%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

41

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bridges Academy

What grades does Bridges Academy serve?

Bridges Academy serves students in grades 4th through 12th.

How many students attend Bridges Academy?

Bridges Academy has an enrollment of approximately 182 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bridges Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Bridges Academy is 3.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bridges Academy rank in CA?

Bridges Academy ranks #673 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Bridges Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Bridges Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bridges Academy a private school?

Yes, Bridges Academy 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 Bridges Academy a religious school?

No, Bridges Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
92 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
182
Gender Split
82% M / 18% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
163 days
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County

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