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Maria Regina
Elementary School
13510 Van Ness Avenue, Gardena, CA 90249
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About Maria Regina
Maria Regina is an private elementary school in Gardena, CA 90249. The school serves approximately 242 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.7:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $84,921, where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
As a private school, Maria Regina operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Maria Regina compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Gardena, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Maria Regina (this school) | — |
| Purche Avenue Elementary | 7.6 |
| Chapman Elementary | 9.4 |
| One Hundred Fifty-Third Street Elementary | 7.4 |
| One Hundred Fifty-Sixth Street Elementary | 8.5 |
| One Hundred Thirty-Fifth Street Elementary | 8.7 |
| Amestoy Elementary | 8.7 |
| Denker Avenue Elementary | 6.9 |
| Robert E. Peary Middle | 7.0 |
| KIPP Generations Academy | 2.2 |
| Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena | 6.9 |
| Gardena Elementary | 7.1 |
| One Hundred Eighty-Sixth Street Elementary | 7.2 |
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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 242 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Address
- 13510 Van Ness Avenue, Gardena, CA 90249
- Phone
- (310) 327-9133
- 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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
13510 Van Ness Avenue, Gardena, CA 90249
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maria Regina may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chapman Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away). Another option is Cimarron Avenue Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne). Additionally, One Hundred Fifty-Sixth Street Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away). For more schools in Gardena, see our Gardena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARIA REGINA Gardena | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Purche Avenue Elementary Gardena | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL Gardena | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Chapman Elementary Gardena | 1.0 mi | 9.4 |
| Animo Legacy Charter Middle Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Bud Carson Middle Hawthorne | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| MOORES DAY CARE PREP SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | — |
| Moore's Daycare Preparatory Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | — |
| Renaissance County Community Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| One Hundred Fifty-Third Street Elementary Gardena | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Zela Davis Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Cimarron Avenue Elementary Hawthorne | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| One Hundred Fifty-Sixth Street Elementary Gardena | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Kornblum Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Castle Elementary School Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | — |
| CASTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| HAWTHORNE ACADEMY Hawthorne | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Stella High Charter Academy Los Angeles | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Middle College High Los Angeles | 1.5 mi | 9.3 |
| F. D. Roosevelt Elementary Lawndale | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Maria Regina has a median household income of $84,921. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $709,900, with a median rent of $1,705/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.7%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maria Regina
What grades does Maria Regina serve?
Maria Regina serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Maria Regina?
Maria Regina has an enrollment of approximately 242 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maria Regina?
The student-teacher ratio at Maria Regina is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Maria Regina a private school?
Yes, Maria Regina 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,767/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Gardena). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 242
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (310) 327-9133
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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