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Jennifer Kelley
High School
17800 S. Main Street Suite 100, Gardena, CA 90248
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Grades
1st – 12th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About Jennifer Kelley
Jennifer Kelley is a private high school in Gardena, CA 90248. The school serves approximately 34 students in grades 1st – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 8.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $81,777, where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 34 students, Jennifer Kelley is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.5:1, Jennifer Kelley 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, Jennifer Kelley 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 Jennifer Kelley compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Gardena, CA
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jennifer Kelley (this school) | — |
| Gardena Elementary | 7.1 |
| Moneta Continuation | 4.3 |
| Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena | 6.9 |
| New Millennium Secondary | 7.0 |
| Gardena Senior High | 5.8 |
| Robert E. Peary Middle | 7.0 |
| KIPP Generations Academy | 2.2 |
| One Hundred Eighty-Sixth Street Elementary | 7.2 |
| Denker Avenue Elementary | 6.9 |
| Amestoy Elementary | 8.7 |
| One Hundred Fifty-Third Street Elementary | 7.4 |
| One Hundred Fifty-Sixth Street Elementary | 8.5 |
| Chapman Elementary | 9.4 |
| One Hundred Thirty-Fifth Street Elementary | 8.7 |
| Environmental Charter High - Gardena | 7.5 |
| Purche Avenue Elementary | 7.6 |
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
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 34 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Address
- 17800 S. Main Street Suite 100, Gardena, CA 90248
- Phone
- (310) 963-4777
- 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
17800 S. Main Street Suite 100, Gardena, CA 90248
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jennifer Kelley may also want to explore other high schools in the area. California Academy of Mathematics and Science (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Carson). Another option is New Millennium Secondary (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away). Additionally, Gardena Senior High (rated 5.8/10, 1.2 miles away). For more schools in Gardena, see our Gardena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ambler Avenue Elementary Carson | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Towne Avenue Elementary Carson | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Gardena Elementary Gardena | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Leapwood Avenue Elementary Carson | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena Gardena | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Ralph Bunche Elementary Carson | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Moneta Continuation Gardena | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| New Millennium Secondary Gardena | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Gardena Senior High Gardena | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| California Academy of Mathematics and Science Carson | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| St. Anthony of Padua Gardena | 1.4 mi | — |
| CARSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Carson | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Wonderland Angels Early Learning Center Compton | 1.8 mi | — |
| Annalee Avenue Elementary Carson | 1.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Pacific Lutheran Jr./Sr. High School Gardena | 1.6 mi | — |
| St. Albert the Great Elementary School Rancho Dominguez | 1.9 mi | — |
| ST ALBERT THE GREAT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rancho Dominguez | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Bursch Elementary Compton | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| KIPP Generations Academy Gardena | 1.8 mi | 2.2 |
| Robert E. Peary Middle Gardena | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90248 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,777
Median Home Value
$646,900
Median Rent
$1,602/mo
Population
11,144
College Educated
33.3%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
45.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Jennifer Kelley has a median household income of $81,777. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $646,900, with a median rent of $1,602/month. The local poverty rate of 9.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jennifer Kelley
What grades does Jennifer Kelley serve?
Jennifer Kelley serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Jennifer Kelley?
Jennifer Kelley has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jennifer Kelley?
The student-teacher ratio at Jennifer Kelley is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Jennifer Kelley a private school?
Yes, Jennifer Kelley 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
- City Safety
- High (3,767/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Gardena). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (310) 963-4777
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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