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#36 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Top 2% of private schools

Chandler School

Elementary School

1005 ARMADA DR, Pasadena, CA 91103

Private

Enrollment

434

Student-Teacher

8.1:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#36 of 1,787

In Pasadena

#1 of 21

public schools

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Chandler School

8.3/10

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

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About Chandler School

Chandler School is a private elementary school in Pasadena, CA. Chandler School serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Chandler School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #36 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares2.1 pts above CA schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Chandler School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Chandler 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 Chandler School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Pasadena, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
This School
vs
23.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
434
This School
vs
679
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.3
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 34.3% vs 0%
White 27% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.7% vs 0%
Black 5.3% vs 0%
Chandler School Pasadena Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Chandler School (this school) 8.3
Alma Fuerte Public 7.6
Washington Elementary STEM Magnet 5.0
Octavia E. Butler Magnet 6.8
Madison Elementary 4.4
San Rafael Elementary 8.3
McKinley 3.8
Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary 6.8
Blair High 7.2
Marshall Fundamental 7.9
Webster Elementary 5.3
Hamilton Elementary 7.7
Norma Coombs Elementary 5.1
CIS Academy 7.7
Learning Works 4.1
Options For Youth - Duarte Inc 2.6
Willard Elementary 5.2
Field (Eugene) Elementary 9.3
Don Benito Fundamental 5.6

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- 8.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 74%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 434
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)

Asian 34.3%
White 27.0%
Two or More 26.0%
Hispanic 6.7%
Black 5.3%
Pacific Islander 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1005 ARMADA DR, Pasadena, CA 91103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chandler School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW HORIZON SCHOOL PASADENA (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Mary W. Jackson STEAM Multilingual Magnet Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Altadena), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Alma Fuerte Public (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pasadena, see our Pasadena schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Westmoreland Academy Pasadena 0.5 mi
NEW HORIZON SCHOOL PASADENA Pasadena 0.5 mi 8.2
SEQUOYAH SCHOOL (HIGH SCHOOL CAMPUS) Grove 0.5 mi 7.5
New Horizon School Pasadena Pasadena 0.5 mi
Alma Fuerte Public Pasadena 0.8 mi 7.6
St. Andrew Catholic School Pasadena 1.0 mi
Maranatha High School Pasadena 1.2 mi
MARANATHA HIGH SCHOOL Pasadena 1.2 mi 7.0
Washington Elementary STEM Magnet Pasadena 1.2 mi 5.0
John Muir High Pasadena 1.3 mi 6.9
Octavia E. Butler Magnet Pasadena 1.3 mi 6.8
Madison Elementary Pasadena 1.3 mi 4.4
FRIENDS WESTERN SCHOOL Pasadena 1.3 mi 6.6
THE WAVERLY SCHOOL Pasadena 1.6 mi 7.4
Mary W. Jackson STEAM Multilingual Magnet Elementary Altadena 1.7 mi 8.1
HARRIET TUBMAN PRESCHOOL & ELEMENTARY Pasadena 1.6 mi
Harriet Tubman Pasadena 1.6 mi
Sequoyah School Pasadena 1.6 mi
SEQUOYAH Pasadena 1.7 mi 7.0
PASADENA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pasadena 1.5 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,683

Median Home Value

$960,000

Median Rent

$1,925/mo

Population

24,910

College Educated

37.7%

Homeownership

46.6%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

18.5%

Median Age

39.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Adams Elementary Santa Barbara, CA 8.3
Alta Vista Elementary Redondo Beach, CA 8.3
Alvarado Elementary San Francisco, CA 8.3
Anthony G. Bacich Elementary Kentfield, CA 8.3
Arbolita Elementary La Habra, CA 8.3
Briarwood Elementary Santa Clara, CA 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chandler School

What grades does Chandler School serve?

Chandler School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Chandler School?

Chandler School has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chandler School?

The student-teacher ratio at Chandler School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Chandler School rank in CA?

Chandler School ranks #36 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Chandler School's MySchoolScout rating?

Chandler School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Chandler School a private school?

Yes, Chandler School 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 Chandler School a religious school?

No, Chandler School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
434
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Los Angeles County

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