Very Good
#147 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 8% of private schools
Granada Preparatory School
Elementary School
10400 ZELZAH AVE, Northridge, CA 91326
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#147 of 1,787
In Northridge
#2 of 9
public schools
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Granada Preparatory School
Elementary School in Northridge · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Granada Preparatory School
Granada Preparatory School is a private elementary school in Northridge, CA. Granada Preparatory School serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Granada Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #147 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 54 students, Granada Preparatory 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 5.2:1 students to teachers, Granada Preparatory School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Granada Preparatory 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 Granada Preparatory School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Northridge, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Granada Preparatory School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Andasol Avenue Elementary | 6.8 |
| Darby Avenue Elementary | 8.4 |
| Balboa Gifted/High Ability Magnet Elementary | 9.1 |
| Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies | 8.8 |
| Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy | 8.3 |
| Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle | 8.2 |
| Beckford Charter for Enriched Studies | 9.2 |
| Calahan Street Elementary | 5.8 |
| Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle | 8.7 |
| Northridge Middle | 6.5 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 7 | 6.6 |
| Napa Street Elementary | 5.5 |
| Lorne Street Elementary | 6.6 |
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
10400 ZELZAH AVE, Northridge, CA 91326
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Granada Preparatory School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Balboa Gifted/High Ability Magnet Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Darby Avenue Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Andasol Avenue Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Northridge, see our Northridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91326 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,636
Median Home Value
$1,011,100
Median Rent
$2,995/mo
Population
37,068
College Educated
56.3%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
43.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Granada Preparatory School
What grades does Granada Preparatory School serve?
Granada Preparatory School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Granada Preparatory School?
Granada Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Granada Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Granada Preparatory School is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Granada Preparatory School rank in CA?
Granada Preparatory School ranks #147 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Granada Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Granada Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Granada Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Granada Preparatory School is a private coeducational school with a Presbyterian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Granada Preparatory School a religious school?
Granada Preparatory School has a Presbyterian religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 54
- Gender Split
- 67% M / 33% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Presbyterian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (818) 368-7254
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