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#1410 of 1,787 private schools in CA
First Steps School
Elementary School
6245 HONOLULU AVE, La Crescenta, CA 91214
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,410 of 1,787
In La Crescenta
#2 of 2
public schools
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About First Steps School
First Steps School is a private elementary school in La Crescenta, CA. First Steps School serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. First Steps School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,410 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 40 students, First Steps 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.
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, First Steps School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
First Steps 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow First Steps School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in La Crescenta, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| First Steps School (this school) | 5.4 |
| Dunsmore Elementary | 8.8 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary | 7.6 |
| Valley View Elementary | 8.6 |
| La Crescenta Elementary | 7.0 |
| Monte Vista Elementary | 8.8 |
| Mountain Avenue Elementary | 7.1 |
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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6245 HONOLULU AVE, La Crescenta, CA 91214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering First Steps School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dunsmore Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monte Vista Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Valley View Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Crescenta, see our La Crescenta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| First Steps La Crescenta | 0.0 mi | — |
| CHAMLIAN ARMENIAN SCHOOL Glendale | 0.4 mi | 2.3 |
| Chamlian Armenian School Glendale | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST JAMES-HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL La Crescenta | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| St. James -Holy Redeemer School La Crescenta | 0.7 mi | — |
| Dunsmore Elementary La Crescenta | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Anderson W. Clark Magnet High La Crescenta | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Mountain View Elementary Tujunga | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Valley View Elementary La Crescenta | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Crescenta Valley High La Crescenta | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Pinewood Avenue Elementary Tujunga | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| La Crescenta Elementary La Crescenta | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Monte Vista Elementary La Crescenta | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| ROBBINS NEST PRESCHOOL La Crescenta | 2.0 mi | — |
| Rosemont Middle La Crescenta | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Tujunga | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Elliott Institute La Crescenta | 2.2 mi | — |
| ELLIOTT INSTITUTE La Crescenta | 2.2 mi | — |
| Mountain Avenue Elementary La Crescenta | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,716
Median Home Value
$1,088,200
Median Rent
$2,475/mo
Population
31,707
College Educated
59.2%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
40.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about First Steps School
What grades does First Steps School serve?
First Steps School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend First Steps School?
First Steps School has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at First Steps School?
The student-teacher ratio at First Steps School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does First Steps School rank in CA?
First Steps School ranks #1,410 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is First Steps School's MySchoolScout rating?
First Steps School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is First Steps School a private school?
Yes, First Steps 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 First Steps School a religious school?
No, First Steps School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 40
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 197 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (818) 957-6364
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