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#244 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 14% of private schools
Manzanita School and Institute
School · Topanga, CA
A private school in Topanga, CA serving grades Kindergarten – 12th.
1717 OLD TOPANGA CANYON RD, Topanga, CA 90290
- 4.3:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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
Most recent published year. School vs. CA average.
Test score data not yet available for this school.
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Where Manzanita School and Institute sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 11Car-Dependent
- Bike 10Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Low245/100K
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Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$142,148
Median home value
$1,414,900
Median rent
$3,501/mo
College educated
65.5%
Homeownership
74.5%
Poverty rate
6.3%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 90290; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
2 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viewpoint SchoolPrivate · tuition | 6.5private | K–12 | 1.7 mi | 1,118 | Compare → |
| Ivy AcademiaCharter · enrollment unverified | 4.2 | K–12 | 4.7 mi | 410 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Public and private scores come from different models and are shown side by side, not blended into one ranking.
Manzanita School and Institute is listed in Topanga, CA; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About Manzanita School and Institute
Manzanita School and Institute is a private school in Topanga, CA, serving approximately 126 students in grades Kindergarten-12th with a 4.3:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #244 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
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 126 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Manzanita School and Institute?
The student-teacher ratio at Manzanita School and Institute is 4.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Manzanita School and Institute rank in CA?
Manzanita School and Institute ranks #244 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Manzanita School and Institute's MySchoolScout rating?
Manzanita School and Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Manzanita School and Institute a private school?
Yes, Manzanita School and Institute 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 Manzanita School and Institute a religious school?
No, Manzanita School and Institute is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 126
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 455-9700
- Area population (ZIP 90290)
- 5,948
- Area average commute
- 33 min
- Area median age
- 46.6
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 90290; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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