Very Good
#461 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 26% of private schools
City Kids La
Middle School
5521 VENICE BLVD, Los Angeles, CA 90019
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
1st – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#461 of 1,787
In Los Angeles
#28 of 137
public schools
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City Kids La
Middle School in Los Angeles · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About City Kids La
City Kids La is a private middle school in Los Angeles, CA. City Kids La serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. City Kids La has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #461 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 45 students, City Kids La 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 8:1 students to teachers, City Kids La sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
City Kids La 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 City Kids La compares to 355 public schools serving similar grades in Los Angeles, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| City Kids La (this school) | 7.1 |
| Saturn Street Elementary | 6.3 |
| Marvin Elementary | 7.6 |
| Crescent Heights Boulevard Elementary | 5.2 |
| Cienega Elementary | 5.7 |
| Stella Elementary Charter Academy | 8.4 |
| Alta Loma Elementary | 5.7 |
| Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet | 9.0 |
| Wilshire Crest Elementary | 5.0 |
| Shenandoah Street Elementary | 6.6 |
| New Los Angeles Charter Elementary | 8.1 |
| Baldwin Hills Elementary | 5.3 |
| Virginia Road Elementary | 7.7 |
| Queen Anne Place Elementary | 8.8 |
| Hancock Park Elementary | 7.5 |
| Canfield Avenue Elementary | 8.8 |
| Global Education Academy 2 | 9.5 |
| City Language Immersion Charter | 7.2 |
| Arlington Heights Elementary | 5.3 |
| ISANA Nascent Academy | 3.5 |
| Coliseum Street Elementary | 6.1 |
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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.
Data Unavailable
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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
5521 VENICE BLVD, Los Angeles, CA 90019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering City Kids La may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Stella Elementary Charter Academy (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Marvin Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CITY KIDS LA Los Angeles | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Saturn Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| New Los Angeles Charter Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| HOLY SPIRIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Maor Academy Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | — |
| TAYLOR TOT PLAYHOUSE Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | — |
| Marvin Elementary Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| REJOYCE IN JESUS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | — |
| ReJOYce In Jesus Christian School Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | — |
| Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Red Star Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | — |
| MACHON LOS ANGELES Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Machon Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| Cienega Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Stella Elementary Charter Academy Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| MESIVTA BIRKAS YITZCHOK Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| MESIVTA BIRKAS YITZCHOK Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Crescent Heights Boulevard Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Shalhevet Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
| SHALHEVET HIGH SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,395
Median Home Value
$1,178,100
Median Rent
$1,782/mo
Population
59,288
College Educated
39.1%
Homeownership
23.9%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
39.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Montclair, CA | 7.0 |
| VISALIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Visalia, CA | 7.2 |
| Potter Valley Junior High Potter Valley, CA | 6.7 |
| Freshwater Charter Middle Eureka, CA | 7.5 |
| CHILDRENS WORKSHOP San Diego, CA | 6.6 |
| NATIVITY PREP ACADEMY San Diego, CA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about City Kids La
What grades does City Kids La serve?
City Kids La serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend City Kids La?
City Kids La has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at City Kids La?
The student-teacher ratio at City Kids La is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does City Kids La rank in CA?
City Kids La ranks #461 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is City Kids La's MySchoolScout rating?
City Kids La has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is City Kids La a private school?
Yes, City Kids La 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 City Kids La a religious school?
No, City Kids La is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 45
- Gender Split
- 38% M / 62% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 10 hours
- Days Per Year
- 200 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 447-5437
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