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Empower Stem
High School
1650 Sawtelle Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Enrollment
13
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Grades
9th – 11th
Enrollment
13
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Grades
9th – 11th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About Empower Stem
Empower Stem is a private high school in Los Angeles, CA 90025. The school serves approximately 13 students in grades 9th – 11th with a student-teacher ratio of 6.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $104,627, where 70% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 13 students, Empower Stem 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 6.5:1, Empower Stem 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, Empower Stem 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
BetaHow Empower Stem compares to 163 public schools serving similar grades in Los Angeles, CA
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Empower Stem (this school) | — |
| University High School Charter | 7.6 |
| New West Charter | 6.1 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 4 | 8.8 |
| Cheviot Hills Continuation | 6.1 |
| James J. McBride Special Education Center | 7.5 |
| Alexander Hamilton Senior High | 8.6 |
| Venice Senior High | 8.0 |
| Phoenix Continuation | 6.6 |
| Animo Venice Charter High | 8.3 |
| Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies | 8.5 |
| Whitman Continuation | 8.0 |
| Fairfax Senior High | 7.1 |
| The SEED School of Los Angeles County | — |
| Larchmont Charter | 7.3 |
| View Park Continuation | — |
| Susan Miller Dorsey Senior High | 6.4 |
| WESM Health/Sports Medicine | 7.9 |
| WISH Academy High | 7.0 |
| Marlton | 5.9 |
| Los Angeles Senior High | 5.1 |
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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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 11th
- Enrollment
- 13 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Address
- 1650 Sawtelle Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025
- Phone
- (424) 236-1465
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
1650 Sawtelle Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Empower Stem may also want to explore other high schools in the area. University High School Charter (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away). Another option is GEFFEN ACADEMY AT UCLA (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away). Additionally, New West Charter (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away). For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,627
Median Home Value
$1,081,400
Median Rent
$2,465/mo
Population
45,238
College Educated
69.6%
Homeownership
23.8%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
34.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Empower Stem has a median household income of $104,627. It is a well-educated community where 70% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,081,400, with a median rent of $2,465/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.4%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Empower Stem
What grades does Empower Stem serve?
Empower Stem serves students in grades 9th through 11th.
How many students attend Empower Stem?
Empower Stem has an enrollment of approximately 13 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Empower Stem?
The student-teacher ratio at Empower Stem is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Empower Stem a private school?
Yes, Empower Stem 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
- 9th – 11th
- Enrollment
- 13
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (424) 236-1465
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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