Very Good
#315 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 18% of private schools
Mayfield Senior School
High School
500 BELLEFONTAINE ST, Pasadena, CA 91105
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#315 of 1,787
In Pasadena
#7 of 21
public schools
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About Mayfield Senior School
Mayfield Senior School is a private high school in Pasadena, CA. Mayfield Senior School serves approximately 329 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mayfield Senior School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #315 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Mayfield Senior School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mayfield Senior 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 Mayfield Senior School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Pasadena, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mayfield Senior School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Blair High | 7.2 |
| Rose City High (Continuation) | 6.0 |
| John Muir High | 6.9 |
| Marshall Fundamental | 7.9 |
| Learning Works | 4.1 |
| Options For Youth - Duarte Inc | 2.6 |
| Pasadena High | 8.0 |
| CIS Academy | 7.7 |
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.
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
500 BELLEFONTAINE ST, Pasadena, CA 91105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mayfield Senior School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. South Pasadena Senior High (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby South Pasadena), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Blair High (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MARANATHA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pasadena, see our Pasadena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mayfield Senior School Pasadena | 0.0 mi | — |
| WESTRIDGE SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Pasadena | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Westridge School for Girls Pasadena | 0.4 mi | — |
| SEQUOYAH Pasadena | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Sequoyah School Pasadena | 0.6 mi | — |
| San Rafael Elementary Pasadena | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| MARANATHA HIGH SCHOOL Pasadena | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| THE WAVERLY SCHOOL Pasadena | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Maranatha High School Pasadena | 0.9 mi | — |
| San Pascual Elem Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math (STEAM) Magnet Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| HILLSIDES EDUCATION CENTER Pasadena | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Blair High Pasadena | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| IRL - WESTMORELAND ACADEMY South Pasadena | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Arroyo Vista Elementary South Pasadena | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| MAYFIELD JUNIOR SCHOOL Pasadena | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| ST JAMES PARISH DAY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN South Pasadena | 1.4 mi | — |
| Mayfield Junior School Pasadena | 1.2 mi | — |
| SEQUOYAH SCHOOL (HIGH SCHOOL CAMPUS) Grove | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Westmoreland Academy Pasadena | 1.5 mi | — |
| South Pasadena Senior High South Pasadena | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
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 Mayfield Senior School
What grades does Mayfield Senior School serve?
Mayfield Senior School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mayfield Senior School?
Mayfield Senior School has an enrollment of approximately 329 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mayfield Senior School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mayfield Senior School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mayfield Senior School rank in CA?
Mayfield Senior School ranks #315 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Mayfield Senior School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mayfield Senior School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mayfield Senior School a private school?
Yes, Mayfield Senior School is a private all-girls 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 Mayfield Senior School a religious school?
Mayfield Senior School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 329
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (626) 799-9121
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