Las Virgenes Independent

Las Virgenes Independent is an alternative elementary school located in Calabasas, California. With a small enrollment of just 30 students and one full-time equivalent teacher, the school offers personalized attention with a student-to-teacher ratio of 30:1. The setting is in a large suburban area that provides a peaceful backdrop for learning.

Las Virgenes Independent focuses on fostering a nurturing environment where every child can thrive, though there's room for academic growth based on current test scores—56% proficiency in ELA/Reading and 50% in Math across all grades. The school’s MySchoolScout rating is 6.6 out of 10, placing it at the 69th percentile among California schools. Las Virgenes Independent sits in a suburban neighborhood that offers a calm atmosphere conducive to learning and community engagement.

With an enrollment of 30 students, Las Virgenes Independent 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.

The student-teacher ratio at Las Virgenes Independent is 30:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.