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#1786 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Chamlian Armenian School

Elementary School

4444 LOWELL AVE, Glendale, CA 91214

Private

Enrollment

700

Student-Teacher

33.3:1

Score

2.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,786 of 1,787

In Glendale

#7 of 7

public schools

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Chamlian Armenian School

2.3/10

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

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About Chamlian Armenian School

Chamlian Armenian School is a private elementary school in Glendale, CA. Chamlian Armenian School serves approximately 700 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 33.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Chamlian Armenian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,786 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares3.9 pts below CA schools
  • This school 2.3 · Needs Improvement
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Chamlian Armenian School runs 33.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Chamlian Armenian 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 Chamlian Armenian School compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Glendale, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
33.3:1
This School
vs
22.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
700
This School
vs
662
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
2.3
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Chamlian Armenian School Glendale Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Chamlian Armenian School (this school) 2.3
John C. Fremont Elementary 6.8
Balboa Elementary 5.3
Thomas Jefferson Elementary 6.0
Verdugo Woodlands Elementary 6.6
Mark Keppel Elementary 7.6
Eleanor J. Toll Middle 7.4
Verdugo Academy 6.8
College View 3.3
Benjamin Franklin Elementary 8.6
Woodrow Wilson Middle 5.7
Columbus Elementary 4.8
R. D. White Elementary 6.2
Jewel City Community Day
Glenoaks Elementary 6.1
John Marshall Elementary 4.4
Thomas Edison Elementary 8.2
Horace Mann Elementary 8.7
Theodore Roosevelt Middle 6.8
John Muir Elementary 6.9
Cerritos Elementary 6.1

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)
D 1.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 33.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 5.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,055.6
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 1.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 700
View data sources

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 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4444 LOWELL AVE, Glendale, CA 91214

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chamlian Armenian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dunsmore Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby La Crescenta), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monte Vista Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby La Crescenta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Valley View Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby La Crescenta), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Chamlian Armenian School Glendale 0.1 mi
FIRST STEPS SCHOOL La Crescenta 0.4 mi 5.4
ST JAMES-HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL La Crescenta 0.4 mi 6.6
First Steps La Crescenta 0.4 mi
Dunsmore Elementary La Crescenta 0.4 mi 8.8
St. James -Holy Redeemer School La Crescenta 0.4 mi
Anderson W. Clark Magnet High La Crescenta 0.6 mi 8.1
Mountain View Elementary Tujunga 0.8 mi 6.3
Valley View Elementary La Crescenta 0.9 mi 8.6
Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta 1.0 mi 7.6
Pinewood Avenue Elementary Tujunga 1.5 mi 4.6
Crescenta Valley High La Crescenta 1.6 mi 7.7
Monte Vista Elementary La Crescenta 1.8 mi 8.8
La Crescenta Elementary La Crescenta 1.9 mi 7.0
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Tujunga 1.9 mi 7.5
Rosemont Middle La Crescenta 1.9 mi 7.7
ROBBINS NEST PRESCHOOL La Crescenta 2.2 mi
Elliott Institute La Crescenta 2.2 mi
ELLIOTT INSTITUTE La Crescenta 2.2 mi
Mountain Avenue Elementary La Crescenta 2.3 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,716

Median Home Value

$1,088,200

Median Rent

$2,475/mo

Population

31,707

College Educated

59.2%

Homeownership

73.3%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

40.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chamlian Armenian School

What grades does Chamlian Armenian School serve?

Chamlian Armenian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Chamlian Armenian School?

Chamlian Armenian School has an enrollment of approximately 700 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chamlian Armenian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Chamlian Armenian School is 33.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Chamlian Armenian School rank in CA?

Chamlian Armenian School ranks #1,786 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Chamlian Armenian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Chamlian Armenian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Chamlian Armenian School a private school?

Yes, Chamlian Armenian School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Chamlian Armenian School a religious school?

Chamlian Armenian School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
700
Gender Split
3% M / 97% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
33.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
5.8 hours
Days Per Year
182 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Los Angeles County

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