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#1481 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Excelsior School
High School
41 W SANTA CLARA ST, Arcadia, CA 91007
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,481 of 1,787
In Arcadia
#8 of 8
public schools
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About Excelsior School
Excelsior School is a private high school in Arcadia, CA. Excelsior School serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Excelsior School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,481 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 81 students, Excelsior School 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.
Excelsior 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.
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BetaHow Excelsior School compares to the 12 public schools in Arcadia, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Arcadia
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Excelsior School (this school) | 5.2 |
| First Avenue Middle | 7.6 |
| Rancho Learning Center (Alternative) | 7.8 |
| Foothills Middle | 7.5 |
| Arcadia High | 7.1 |
| Highland Oaks Elementary | 7.8 |
| Holly Avenue Elementary | 8.5 |
| Richard Henry Dana Middle | 7.9 |
| Camino Grove Elementary | 7.0 |
| Hugo Reid Elementary | 6.7 |
| Baldwin Stocker Elementary | 7.3 |
| Longley Way Elementary | 7.9 |
| Rio Hondo Elementary | 7.7 |
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.
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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
41 W SANTA CLARA ST, Arcadia, CA 91007
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Excelsior School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Monrovia High (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Monrovia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arcadia High (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arcadia, see our Arcadia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ARROYO PACIFIC ACADEMY Arcadia | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Arroyo Pacific Academy Arcadia | 0.1 mi | — |
| BARNHART SCHOOL Arcadia | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Barnhart School Arcadia | 0.4 mi | — |
| First Avenue Middle Arcadia | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Rancho Learning Center (Alternative) Arcadia | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Arcadia High Arcadia | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Foothills Middle Arcadia | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Arcadia College Preparatory Arcadia | 0.9 mi | — |
| Holy Angels Arcadia | 1.0 mi | — |
| HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL Arcadia | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Monrovia High Monrovia | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Highland Oaks Elementary Arcadia | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF ARCADIA Monrovia | 1.1 mi | — |
| ARCADIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Arcadia | 1.3 mi | — |
| Richard Henry Dana Middle Arcadia | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Holly Avenue Elementary Arcadia | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| SIERRA MADRE COMMUNITY NURSERY SCHOOL Sierra Madre | 1.4 mi | — |
| Camino Grove Elementary Arcadia | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| ARCADIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Arcadia | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,762
Median Home Value
$1,231,100
Median Rent
$2,129/mo
Population
33,141
College Educated
53.5%
Homeownership
52.1%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
43.7
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|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF SPORTS SCIENCE La Verne, CA | 5.2 |
| Central High (Continuation) Morgan Hill, CA | 5.2 |
| Heartland High (Continuation) Selma, CA | 5.2 |
| Kingsburg Independent Study High Kingsburg, CA | 5.2 |
| Oasis Continuation High Kingsburg, CA | 5.2 |
| Prospect High (Continuation) Pleasant Hill, CA | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Excelsior School
What grades does Excelsior School serve?
Excelsior School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Excelsior School?
Excelsior School has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Excelsior School?
The student-teacher ratio at Excelsior School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Excelsior School rank in CA?
Excelsior School ranks #1,481 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Excelsior School's MySchoolScout rating?
Excelsior School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Excelsior School a private school?
Yes, Excelsior 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 Excelsior School a religious school?
No, Excelsior School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 81
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (626) 623-6339
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