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#1411 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Hillsides Education Center
School
940 AVE 64, Pasadena, CA 91105
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,411 of 1,787
In Pasadena
#21 of 21
public schools
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Hillsides Education Center
School in Pasadena · grades 3rd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hillsides Education Center
Hillsides Education Center is a private school in Pasadena, CA. Hillsides Education Center serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillsides Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,411 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 33 students, Hillsides Education Center 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 6.6:1 students to teachers, Hillsides Education Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hillsides Education Center 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 Hillsides Education Center compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Pasadena, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hillsides Education Center (this school) | 5.4 |
| San Rafael Elementary | 8.3 |
| Blair High | 7.2 |
| McKinley | 3.8 |
| Rose City High (Continuation) | 6.0 |
| Madison Elementary | 4.4 |
| Alma Fuerte Public | 7.6 |
| Washington Elementary STEM Magnet | 5.0 |
| Octavia E. Butler Magnet | 6.8 |
| John Muir High | 6.9 |
| Hamilton Elementary | 7.7 |
| Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary | 6.8 |
| Marshall Fundamental | 7.9 |
| Learning Works | 4.1 |
| Webster Elementary | 5.3 |
| Norma Coombs Elementary | 5.1 |
| Options For Youth - Duarte Inc | 2.6 |
| Pasadena High | 8.0 |
| CIS Academy | 7.7 |
| Willard Elementary | 5.2 |
| Field (Eugene) Elementary | 9.3 |
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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.
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
940 AVE 64, Pasadena, CA 91105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillsides Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Rockdale Visual & Performing Arts Magnet (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Another option is Luther Burbank Middle (rated 8.8/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Monterey Hills Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby South Pasadena), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pasadena, see our Pasadena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$156,835
Median Home Value
$1,615,700
Median Rent
$2,988/mo
Population
12,546
College Educated
73.3%
Homeownership
53.2%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
47.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillsides Education Center
What grades does Hillsides Education Center serve?
Hillsides Education Center serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend Hillsides Education Center?
Hillsides Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillsides Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillsides Education Center is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hillsides Education Center rank in CA?
Hillsides Education Center ranks #1,411 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Hillsides Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillsides Education Center 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 Hillsides Education Center a private school?
Yes, Hillsides Education Center 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 Hillsides Education Center a religious school?
No, Hillsides Education Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 33
- Gender Split
- 79% M / 21% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 224-2274
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