Below Average
#1689 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Junipero Serra High School
High School
14830 VAN NESS AVE, Gardena, CA 90249
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,689 of 1,787
In Gardena
#2 of 2
public schools
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Junipero Serra High School
High School in Gardena · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Junipero Serra High School
Junipero Serra High School is a private high school in Gardena, CA. Junipero Serra High School serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Junipero Serra High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,689 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Junipero Serra High 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 Junipero Serra High School compares to the 16 public schools in Gardena, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Gardena
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Junipero Serra High School (this school) | 4.4 |
| Chapman Elementary | 8.1 |
| One Hundred Fifty-Sixth Street Elementary | 6.7 |
| One Hundred Fifty-Third Street Elementary | 7.5 |
| Environmental Charter High - Gardena | 6.2 |
| Denker Avenue Elementary | 6.8 |
| Purche Avenue Elementary | 5.1 |
| Robert E. Peary Middle | 6.6 |
| KIPP Generations Academy | 3.2 |
| Amestoy Elementary | 6.7 |
| One Hundred Thirty-Fifth Street Elementary | 7.4 |
| Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena | 7.2 |
| Gardena Elementary | 6.4 |
| New Millennium Secondary | 8.2 |
| Gardena Senior High | 6.1 |
| Moneta Continuation | 3.6 |
| One Hundred Eighty-Sixth Street Elementary | 5.7 |
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
14830 VAN NESS AVE, Gardena, CA 90249
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Junipero Serra High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Environmental Charter High - Gardena (rated 6.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Renaissance County Community (rated 5.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gardena, see our Gardena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chapman Elementary Gardena | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| One Hundred Fifty-Sixth Street Elementary Gardena | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| One Hundred Fifty-Third Street Elementary Gardena | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| MARIA REGINA Gardena | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| LIMAI ACADEMY Gardena | 0.8 mi | — |
| Environmental Charter High - Gardena Gardena | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Maria Regina Gardena | 0.9 mi | — |
| Renaissance County Community Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Purche Avenue Elementary Gardena | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Denker Avenue Elementary Gardena | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary Torrance | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| F. D. Roosevelt Elementary Lawndale | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Bud Carson Middle Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| KIPP Generations Academy Gardena | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Robert E. Peary Middle Gardena | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Lawndale | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Casimir Middle Torrance | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Amestoy Elementary Gardena | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Zela Davis Hawthorne | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Evelyn Carr Elementary Torrance | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90249 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,921
Median Home Value
$709,900
Median Rent
$1,705/mo
Population
25,967
College Educated
25.7%
Homeownership
58.4%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
40.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Junipero Serra High School
What grades does Junipero Serra High School serve?
Junipero Serra High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Junipero Serra High School?
Junipero Serra High School has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Junipero Serra High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Junipero Serra High School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Junipero Serra High School rank in CA?
Junipero Serra High School ranks #1,689 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Junipero Serra High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Junipero Serra High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Junipero Serra High School a private school?
Yes, Junipero Serra High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Junipero Serra High School a religious school?
Junipero Serra High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 345
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 4.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 324-6675
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