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Harvard-westlake
High School
700 North Faring Road, Los Angeles, CA 90077
Enrollment
1,616
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
1,616
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About Harvard-westlake
Harvard-westlake is a private high school in Los Angeles, CA 90077. The school serves approximately 1,616 students in grades 7th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 4.8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $220,464, where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 4.8:1, Harvard-westlake 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, Harvard-westlake 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 Harvard-westlake compares to 282 public schools serving similar grades in Los Angeles, CA
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Harvard-westlake (this school) | — |
| Emerson Community Charter | 8.0 |
| University High School Charter | 7.6 |
| The SEED School of Los Angeles County | — |
| New West Charter | 6.1 |
| Citizens of the World Charter School Mar Vista | 4.6 |
| Laurel Elementary | 9.3 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 4 | 8.8 |
| Daniel Webster Middle | 6.9 |
| Larchmont Charter | 7.3 |
| Paul Revere Charter Middle | 7.9 |
| Richland Avenue Elementary | 9.3 |
| Fairfax Senior High | 7.1 |
| Whitman Continuation | 8.0 |
| Cheviot Hills Continuation | 6.1 |
| Alexander Hamilton Senior High | 8.6 |
| Palms Middle | 7.2 |
| Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies | 8.5 |
| Hollywood Senior High | 8.7 |
| New Los Angeles Charter | 7.2 |
| Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle | 7.2 |
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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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,616 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Address
- 700 North Faring Road, Los Angeles, CA 90077
- Phone
- (310) 274-7281
- 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
700 North Faring Road, Los Angeles, CA 90077
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harvard-westlake may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Beverly Hills High (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Beverly Hills). Another option is MARYMOUNT HIGH SCHOOL LOS ANGELES (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away). Additionally, GEFFEN ACADEMY AT UCLA (rated 6.7/10, 2.1 miles away). For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARVARD-WESTLAKE Los Angeles | 0.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Marymount High School Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | — |
| MARYMOUNT HIGH SCHOOL LOS ANGELES Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Warner Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| SINAI AKIBA ACADEMY Los Angeles | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Sinai Akiba Academy Los Angeles | 1.6 mi | — |
| Fairburn Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Community Magnet Charter Elementary Los Angeles | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| JOHN THOMAS DYE SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| The John Thomas Dye School Los Angeles | 1.7 mi | — |
| Hawthorne Elementary Beverly Hills | 1.8 mi | 9.7 |
| GEFFEN ACADEMY AT UCLA Los Angeles | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Geffen Academy at UCLA Los Angeles | 2.1 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI DISCOVERY GARDEN Los Angeles | 2.2 mi | — |
| Saint Paul the Apostle School Los Angeles | 2.3 mi | — |
| ST PAUL THE APOSTLE Los Angeles | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Creative Center for Children Los Angeles | 2.3 mi | — |
| Emerson Community Charter Los Angeles | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Beverly Hills High Beverly Hills | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Moreno High (Continuation) Beverly Hills | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90077 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$220,464
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,680/mo
Population
8,158
College Educated
76.9%
Homeownership
83.7%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
47.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Harvard-westlake has a median household income of $220,464. It is a well-educated community where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $2,000,001, with a median rent of $2,680/month. The local poverty rate of 5.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harvard-westlake
What grades does Harvard-westlake serve?
Harvard-westlake serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Harvard-westlake?
Harvard-westlake has an enrollment of approximately 1,616 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harvard-westlake?
The student-teacher ratio at Harvard-westlake is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Harvard-westlake a private school?
Yes, Harvard-westlake 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
- Walk Score
- 9 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 36 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 7 Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,616
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 338
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (310) 274-7281
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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