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Debbie Allen Dance Academy

Middle School

1850 South Manhattan Place, Los Angeles, CA 90019

Private

Enrollment

26

Student-Teacher

3.5:1

Grades

6th – 8th

Updated 2024-25

About Debbie Allen Dance Academy

Debbie Allen Dance Academy is a private middle school in Los Angeles, CA 90019. The school serves approximately 26 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 3.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $71,395, where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 26 students, Debbie Allen Dance Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 3.5:1, Debbie Allen Dance Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Debbie Allen Dance Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Debbie Allen Dance Academy compares to 225 public schools serving similar grades in Los Angeles, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
3.5:1
This School
vs
19.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
26
This School
vs
501
Public Avg

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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.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
26 students
Type
Private
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.5:1
Address
1850 South Manhattan Place, Los Angeles, CA 90019
Phone
(310) 280-9145
Data Year
SY 2024-25
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Location

1850 South Manhattan Place, Los Angeles, CA 90019

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Debbie Allen Dance Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pio Pico Middle (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away). Additionally, Crown Preparatory Academy (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away). For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Joseph Pomeroy Widney CAR Prep and Transition CTR Los Angeles 0.3 mi 6.9
Crown Preparatory Academy Los Angeles 0.4 mi 7.0
Twenty-Fourth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.4 mi 9.2
Good Shepherd Elementary School Los Angeles 0.5 mi
SOUND OF MUSIC PRESCHOOL Los Angeles 0.6 mi
Bishop Conaty–Our Lady of Loretto High School Los Angeles 0.6 mi
Pio Pico Middle Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.5
Los Angeles Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 6.4
BISHOP CONATY-OUR LADY OF LORETTO HIGH SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.6 mi 4.8
Carson-Gore Academy of Environmental Studies Los Angeles 0.6 mi 7.6
Mid-City's Prescott School of Enriched Sciences Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.3
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.7 mi 4.7
Math and Science College Preparatory Los Angeles 0.8 mi 7.3
Sophia T. Salvin Special Education Center Los Angeles 0.8 mi 5.8
ICL Academy Los Angeles 0.8 mi
Loyola High School of Los Angeles Los Angeles 0.8 mi
Vista Horizon Global Academy Los Angeles 1.0 mi 5.3
Hobart Boulevard Elementary Los Angeles 1.0 mi 6.7
Camino Nuevo Elementary #3 Los Angeles 0.8 mi 8.1
Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Elementary Los Angeles 1.0 mi

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Debbie Allen Dance Academy has a median household income of $71,395. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,178,100, with a median rent of $1,782/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.8%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Debbie Allen Dance Academy

What grades does Debbie Allen Dance Academy serve?

Debbie Allen Dance Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Debbie Allen Dance Academy?

Debbie Allen Dance Academy has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Debbie Allen Dance Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Debbie Allen Dance Academy is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Debbie Allen Dance Academy a private school?

Yes, Debbie Allen Dance Academy 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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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,223/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Los Angeles). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
County
Los Angeles
Data Year
2025–2026

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