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#1581 of 3,177 private schools in CA
Top 50% of private schools
Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences
High School
1714 21St St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
About Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences
Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences is a private high school in Santa Monica, CA 90404. The school serves approximately 1,202 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.8/10, placing it in the 50.3th percentile among private schools in CA — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in classroom attention (7.3/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $85,081, where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 12 public schools in Santa Monica, Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences rates higher overall (7.8 vs 6.8 average).
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BetaHow Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Monica, CA
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences (this school) | 7.8 |
| Edison Elementary | 8.8 |
| McKinley Elementary | 7.4 |
| Grant Elementary | 7.2 |
| John Adams Middle | 7.4 |
| Will Rogers Elementary | 4.7 |
| Lincoln Middle | 8.5 |
| Santa Monica High | 8.4 |
| Franklin Elementary | 7.1 |
| Olympic High (Continuation) | 3.4 |
| Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) | 6.9 |
| Roosevelt Elementary | 6.6 |
| Canyon Charter Elementary | 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
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
1714 21St St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CROSSROADS SCHOOL FOR ARTS & SCIENCES Santa Monica | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| St. Anne Elementary Santa Monica | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| ST ANNES SCHOOL Santa Monica | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| St. Matthew's Parish School Santa Monica | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| McKinley Elementary Santa Monica | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Edison Elementary Santa Monica | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Westside Waldorf School Santa Monica | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| WALDORF EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Santa Monica | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Santa Monica | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Lighthouse Christian Academy Santa Monica | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH SCHOOL Santa Monica | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Lighthouse Church School Santa Monica | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| PS1 Pluralistic School Santa Monica | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| John Adams Middle Santa Monica | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| PS1 PLURALISTIC SCHOOL Santa Monica | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| PACIFICA CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Santa Monica | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Will Rogers Elementary Santa Monica | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Grant Elementary Santa Monica | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| New Roads School Santa Monica | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| NEW ROADS SCHOOL Santa Monica | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,081
Median Home Value
$1,159,500
Median Rent
$2,095/mo
Population
22,881
College Educated
58.6%
Homeownership
22%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
41.2
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|---|---|
| BISHOP MONTGOMERY HIGH Torrance, CA | 7.8 |
| Bishop Montgomery High Torrance, CA | 7.8 |
| Burton (Phillip and Sala) Academic High San Francisco, CA | 7.8 |
| Classical Academy High Escondido, CA | 7.8 |
| Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts Los Angeles, CA | 7.8 |
| Downtown Business High Los Angeles, CA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences
What grades does Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences serve?
Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences?
Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences has an enrollment of approximately 1,202 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences?
The student-teacher ratio at Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences 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 Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences rank in CA?
Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences is ranked #1581 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences's MySchoolScout rating?
Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences has a composite rating of 7.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences a private school?
Yes, Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,202
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 150
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (310) 829-7391
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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