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#584 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 33% of private schools
High Point Academy
Elementary School
1720 KINNELOA CANYON RD, Pasadena, CA 91107
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#584 of 1,787
In Pasadena
#13 of 21
public schools
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High Point Academy
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About High Point Academy
High Point Academy is a private elementary school in Pasadena, CA. High Point Academy serves approximately 348 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. High Point Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #584 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, High Point Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
High Point Academy 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 High Point Academy compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Pasadena, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| High Point Academy (this school) | 6.8 |
| CIS Academy | 7.7 |
| Webster Elementary | 5.3 |
| Norma Coombs Elementary | 5.1 |
| Don Benito Fundamental | 5.6 |
| Field (Eugene) Elementary | 9.3 |
| Marshall Fundamental | 7.9 |
| Learning Works | 4.1 |
| Options For Youth - Duarte Inc | 2.6 |
| Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary | 6.8 |
| Willard Elementary | 5.2 |
| Hamilton Elementary | 7.7 |
| Madison Elementary | 4.4 |
| Octavia E. Butler Magnet | 6.8 |
| Washington Elementary STEM Magnet | 5.0 |
| McKinley | 3.8 |
| Alma Fuerte Public | 7.6 |
| Blair High | 7.2 |
| San Rafael Elementary | 8.3 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
1720 KINNELOA CANYON RD, Pasadena, CA 91107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering High Point Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Field (Eugene) Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STRATFORD SCHOOL- ALTADENA ALLEN (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Altadena), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ASSUMPTION OF THE BVM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pasadena, see our Pasadena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pasadena High Pasadena | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| CIS Academy Pasadena | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Marianne Frostig Center of Educational Therapy Pasadena | 0.9 mi | — |
| Webster Elementary Pasadena | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Norma Coombs Elementary Pasadena | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| ASSUMPTION OF THE BVM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pasadena | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Pasadena | 1.2 mi | — |
| Don Benito Fundamental Pasadena | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Field (Eugene) Elementary Pasadena | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL- ALTADENA ALLEN Altadena | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Marshall Fundamental Pasadena | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| LEVON & HASMIG TAVLIAN ARMENIAN PRESCHOOL & KDGN Pasadena | 1.4 mi | — |
| Villa Esperanza Services Pasadena | 1.6 mi | — |
| VILLA ESPERANZA SERVICES Pasadena | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| OUR SCHOOL Pasadena | 1.5 mi | — |
| LA SALLE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Pasadena | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| La Salle High School Pasadena | 1.6 mi | — |
| ALVERNO HEIGHTS ACADEMY Sierra Madre | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Alverno Heights Academy Sierra Madre | 1.5 mi | — |
| Learning Works Pasadena | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,880
Median Home Value
$1,106,600
Median Rent
$2,311/mo
Population
32,944
College Educated
58.9%
Homeownership
60.2%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
43.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about High Point Academy
What grades does High Point Academy serve?
High Point Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend High Point Academy?
High Point Academy has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at High Point Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at High Point Academy is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does High Point Academy rank in CA?
High Point Academy ranks #584 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is High Point Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
High Point Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is High Point Academy a private school?
Yes, High Point Academy 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 High Point Academy a religious school?
No, High Point Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 348
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (626) 798-8989
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