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Manzanita School and Institute
High School
1717 Old Topanga Canyon Road, Topanga, CA 90290
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2024-25
Data vintage2024-25
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Manzanita School and Institute
High School in Topanga · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Manzanita School and Institute
Manzanita School and Institute is a private high school in Topanga, CA. Manzanita School and Institute serves approximately 127 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 127 students, Manzanita School and Institute 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 5.9:1 students to teachers, Manzanita School and Institute sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Manzanita School and Institute 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 Manzanita School and Institute compares to the 1 public school in Topanga, CA
All Schools in Topanga
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Manzanita School and Institute (this school) | — |
| Topanga Elementary Charter | 6.3 |
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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 127 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Address
- 1717 Old Topanga Canyon Road, Topanga, CA 90290
- Phone
- (310) 455-9700
- 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
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Location
1717 Old Topanga Canyon Road, Topanga, CA 90290
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Manzanita School and Institute may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LOUISVILLE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Woodland Hills). Another option is El Camino Real Charter High (rated 6.7/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Woodland Hills). Additionally, MESIVTA OF GREATER LOS ANGELES (rated 6.2/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Calabasas). For more schools in Topanga, see our Topanga schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MANZANITA SCHOOL AND INSTITUTE Topanga | 0.0 mi | 7.5 |
| VIEWPOINT SCHOOL Calabasas | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Viewpoint School Calabasas | 1.7 mi | — |
| Calabasas High Calabasas | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Chaparral Elementary Calabasas | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Bay Laurel Elementary Calabasas | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| MONTESSORI OF CALABASAS Calabasas | 2.4 mi | — |
| Topanga Elementary Charter Topanga | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Alice C. Stelle Middle Calabasas | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Louisville High School Woodland Hills | 2.9 mi | — |
| LOUISVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Woodland Hills | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Calabash Charter Academy Woodland Hills | 3.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Round Meadow Elementary Calabasas | 3.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Woodland Hills Elementary Charter For Enriched Studies Woodland Hills | 3.5 mi | 7.3 |
| MESIVTA OF GREATER LOS ANGELES Calabasas | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Mesivta of Greater Los Angeles Calabasas | 3.4 mi | — |
| El Camino Real Charter High Woodland Hills | 4.0 mi | 6.7 |
| CHILDS WORLD SCHOOL-WOODLAND HILLS Woodland Hills | 4.1 mi | — |
| Child's World School Woodland Hills | 4.1 mi | — |
| Rockland Academy Woodland Hills | 4.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90290 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,148
Median Home Value
$1,414,900
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
5,948
College Educated
65.5%
Homeownership
74.5%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
46.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manzanita School and Institute
What grades does Manzanita School and Institute serve?
Manzanita School and Institute serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Manzanita School and Institute?
Manzanita School and Institute has an enrollment of approximately 127 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Manzanita School and Institute?
The student-teacher ratio at Manzanita School and Institute is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Manzanita School and Institute a private school?
Yes, Manzanita School and Institute 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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 127
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 455-9700
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