Very Good
#488 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 27% of private schools
Maranatha High School
High School
169 S SAINT JOHN AVE, Pasadena, CA 91105
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#488 of 1,787
In Pasadena
#10 of 21
public schools
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About Maranatha High School
Maranatha High School is a private high school in Pasadena, CA. Maranatha High School serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Maranatha High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #488 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Maranatha 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 Maranatha High School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Pasadena, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Maranatha High School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Blair High | 7.2 |
| Rose City High (Continuation) | 6.0 |
| John Muir High | 6.9 |
| Marshall Fundamental | 7.9 |
| Learning Works | 4.1 |
| Pasadena High | 8.0 |
| CIS Academy | 7.7 |
| Options For Youth - Duarte Inc | 2.6 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
169 S SAINT JOHN AVE, Pasadena, CA 91105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maranatha High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MAYFIELD SENIOR SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Blair High (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pasadena, see our Pasadena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maranatha High School Pasadena | 0.0 mi | — |
| THE WAVERLY SCHOOL Pasadena | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Sequoyah School Pasadena | 0.4 mi | — |
| SEQUOYAH Pasadena | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| SEQUOYAH SCHOOL (HIGH SCHOOL CAMPUS) Grove | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| St. Andrew Catholic School Pasadena | 0.7 mi | — |
| Westmoreland Academy Pasadena | 0.7 mi | — |
| New Horizon School Pasadena Pasadena | 0.9 mi | — |
| NEW HORIZON SCHOOL PASADENA Pasadena | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| MAYFIELD SENIOR SCHOOL Pasadena | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Mayfield Senior School Pasadena | 0.9 mi | — |
| MAYFIELD JUNIOR SCHOOL Pasadena | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Mayfield Junior School Pasadena | 0.8 mi | — |
| WESTRIDGE SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Pasadena | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Westridge School for Girls Pasadena | 1.1 mi | — |
| ENCHANTED CASTLE PASADENA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pasadena | 0.9 mi | — |
| San Rafael Elementary Pasadena | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| CHANDLER SCHOOL Pasadena | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Blair High Pasadena | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Living Waters Academy Pasadena | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$156,835
Median Home Value
$1,615,700
Median Rent
$2,988/mo
Population
12,546
College Educated
73.3%
Homeownership
53.2%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
47.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maranatha High School
What grades does Maranatha High School serve?
Maranatha High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Maranatha High School?
Maranatha High School has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maranatha High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Maranatha High School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Maranatha High School rank in CA?
Maranatha High School ranks #488 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Maranatha High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Maranatha High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Maranatha High School a private school?
Yes, Maranatha High School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Maranatha High School a religious school?
Maranatha High School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 530
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (626) 817-4000
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