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#1348 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Maria Regina
Elementary School
13510 VAN NESS AVE, Gardena, CA 90249
Enrollment
196
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
196
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,348 of 1,787
In Gardena
#1 of 2
public schools
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Maria Regina
Elementary School in Gardena · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Maria Regina
Maria Regina is a private elementary school in Gardena, CA. Maria Regina serves approximately 196 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Maria Regina has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,348 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 196 students, Maria Regina 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.
Maria Regina 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 Maria Regina compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Gardena, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Maria Regina (this school) | 5.5 |
| Purche Avenue Elementary | 5.1 |
| Chapman Elementary | 8.1 |
| One Hundred Fifty-Third Street Elementary | 7.5 |
| One Hundred Fifty-Sixth Street Elementary | 6.7 |
| One Hundred Thirty-Fifth Street Elementary | 7.4 |
| Amestoy Elementary | 6.7 |
| Denker Avenue Elementary | 6.8 |
| Robert E. Peary Middle | 6.6 |
| KIPP Generations Academy | 3.2 |
| Environmental Charter Middle - Gardena | 7.2 |
| Gardena Elementary | 6.4 |
| One Hundred Eighty-Sixth Street Elementary | 5.7 |
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.
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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
13510 VAN NESS AVE, Gardena, CA 90249
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maria Regina may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chapman Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is One Hundred Fifty-Third Street Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, One Hundred Fifty-Sixth Street Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gardena, see our Gardena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maria Regina Gardena | 0.1 mi | — |
| Purche Avenue Elementary Gardena | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL Gardena | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Chapman Elementary Gardena | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Animo Legacy Charter Middle Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Bud Carson Middle Hawthorne | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Renaissance County Community Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| One Hundred Fifty-Third Street Elementary Gardena | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| MOORES DAY CARE PREP SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | — |
| Moore's Daycare Preparatory Los Angeles | 1.2 mi | — |
| One Hundred Fifty-Sixth Street Elementary Gardena | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Zela Davis Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Cimarron Avenue Elementary Hawthorne | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Kornblum Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| F. D. Roosevelt Elementary Lawndale | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| LIMAI ACADEMY Gardena | 1.5 mi | — |
| Castle Elementary School Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | — |
| Environmental Charter High - Gardena Gardena | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| CASTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| HAWTHORNE ACADEMY Hawthorne | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arrowhead Elementary San Bernardino, CA | 5.5 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Westminster, CA | 5.5 |
| Banta Elementary Tracy, CA | 5.5 |
| Farmington Elementary Farmington, CA | 5.5 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Riverside, CA | 5.5 |
| Lafayette Elementary San Diego, CA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maria Regina
What grades does Maria Regina serve?
Maria Regina serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Maria Regina?
Maria Regina has an enrollment of approximately 196 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maria Regina?
The student-teacher ratio at Maria Regina is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Maria Regina rank in CA?
Maria Regina ranks #1,348 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Maria Regina's MySchoolScout rating?
Maria Regina has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Maria Regina a private school?
Yes, Maria Regina is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Maria Regina a religious school?
Maria Regina has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 196
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 327-9133
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