Average
#765 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 43% of private schools
Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles
School
8936 S WESTERN AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90047
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#765 of 1,787
In Los Angeles
#57 of 137
public schools
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Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles
School in Los Angeles · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles
Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles is a private school in Los Angeles, CA. Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles serves approximately 116 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #765 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 116 students, Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles 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.
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles 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 Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles compares to 575 public schools serving similar grades in Los Angeles, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles (this school) | 6.5 |
| La Salle Avenue Elementary | 7.5 |
| TEACH Prep Mildred S. Cunningham & Edith H. Morris Elem | 5.9 |
| Manhattan Place Elementary | 3.6 |
| TEACH Academy of Technologies | 3.1 |
| Vox Collegiate of Los Angeles | 7.2 |
| Alliance Piera Barbaglia Shaheen Health Services Academy | 6.7 |
| Ninety-Fifth Street Elementary | 6.3 |
| Animo City of Champions Charter High | 6.6 |
| TEACH Tech Charter High | 7.8 |
| Youth Opportunities Unlimited | 5.9 |
| Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Primary Center | 6.5 |
| Bret Harte Preparatory Middle | 6.1 |
| Seventy-Fourth Street Elementary | 4.7 |
| Raymond Avenue Elementary | 7.7 |
| George Washington Preparatory High | 5.7 |
| Manchester Avenue Elementary | 5.9 |
| Animo Inglewood Charter High | 8.8 |
| Ellington (Duke) High (Continuation) | 5.8 |
| Boys Academic Leadership Academy | 5.8 |
| Woodcrest Elementary | 7.5 |
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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
8936 S WESTERN AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90047
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles may also want to explore other schools in the area. TEACH Tech Charter High (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is La Salle Avenue Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Vox Collegiate of Los Angeles (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90047 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,187
Median Home Value
$648,200
Median Rent
$1,492/mo
Population
50,925
College Educated
20.8%
Homeownership
54.4%
Avg Commute
34.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
38.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles
What grades does Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles serve?
Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles?
Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles has an enrollment of approximately 116 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles?
The student-teacher ratio at Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles rank in CA?
Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles ranks #765 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles's MySchoolScout rating?
Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles a private school?
Yes, Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles a religious school?
Muhammad University of Islam - Los Angeles has a Islamic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 116
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (510) 301-3027
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