Average
#702 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 39% of private schools
Friends Western School
Elementary School
524 E ORANGE GROVE BLVD, Pasadena, CA 91104
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#702 of 1,787
In Pasadena
#15 of 21
public schools
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Friends Western School
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About Friends Western School
Friends Western School is a private elementary school in Pasadena, CA. Friends Western School serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Friends Western School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #702 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, Friends Western 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 7.1:1 students to teachers, Friends Western School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Friends Western 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 Friends Western School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Pasadena, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Friends Western School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Madison Elementary | 4.4 |
| Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary | 6.8 |
| Washington Elementary STEM Magnet | 5.0 |
| McKinley | 3.8 |
| Alma Fuerte Public | 7.6 |
| Webster Elementary | 5.3 |
| Hamilton Elementary | 7.7 |
| San Rafael Elementary | 8.3 |
| Norma Coombs Elementary | 5.1 |
| CIS Academy | 7.7 |
| Willard Elementary | 5.2 |
| Field (Eugene) Elementary | 9.3 |
| Don Benito Fundamental | 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
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
524 E ORANGE GROVE BLVD, Pasadena, CA 91104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Friends Western School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW HORIZON SCHOOL PASADENA (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Twentieth Street Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PASADENA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pasadena, see our Pasadena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Madison Elementary Pasadena | 0.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Living Waters Academy Pasadena | 0.5 mi | — |
| Bridge Global Academy Pasadena | 0.5 mi | — |
| St. Andrew Catholic School Pasadena | 0.8 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY PASADENA DOWNTOWN Pasadena | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Fusion Academy Pasadena Downtown Pasadena | 0.8 mi | — |
| PASADENA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pasadena | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Octavia E. Butler Magnet Pasadena | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary Pasadena | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| New Horizon School Pasadena Pasadena | 1.0 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary STEM Magnet Pasadena | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| ENCHANTED CASTLE PASADENA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pasadena | 1.2 mi | — |
| NEW HORIZON SCHOOL PASADENA Pasadena | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| McKinley Pasadena | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Rose City High (Continuation) Pasadena | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Mayfield Junior School Pasadena | 1.3 mi | — |
| MAYFIELD JUNIOR SCHOOL Pasadena | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Twentieth Street Elementary Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Westmoreland Academy Pasadena | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST ELIZABETH SCHOOL Altadena | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,052
Median Home Value
$1,022,600
Median Rent
$2,040/mo
Population
35,595
College Educated
51.3%
Homeownership
56.6%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
42
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friends Western School
What grades does Friends Western School serve?
Friends Western School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Friends Western School?
Friends Western School has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friends Western School?
The student-teacher ratio at Friends Western School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Friends Western School rank in CA?
Friends Western School ranks #702 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Friends Western School's MySchoolScout rating?
Friends Western School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Friends Western School a private school?
Yes, Friends Western School is a private coeducational school with a Friends (Quaker) affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Friends Western School a religious school?
Friends Western School has a Friends (Quaker) religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 35
- Gender Split
- 69% M / 31% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Friends (Quaker)
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (407) 579-4118
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