Average
#707 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 40% of private schools
New Roads School
School
3131 OLYMPIC BLVD, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#707 of 1,787
In Santa Monica
#9 of 10
public schools
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New Roads School
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About New Roads School
New Roads School is a private school in Santa Monica, CA. New Roads School serves approximately 548 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. New Roads School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #707 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.5:1 students to teachers, New Roads School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
New Roads 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 New Roads School compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Monica, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Roads School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Edison Elementary | 8.9 |
| Grant Elementary | 9.2 |
| McKinley Elementary | 8.8 |
| John Adams Middle | 8.7 |
| Will Rogers Elementary | 8.3 |
| Franklin Elementary | 9.0 |
| Lincoln Middle | 9.0 |
| Olympic High (Continuation) | 4.3 |
| Santa Monica High | 9.4 |
| Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) | 9.2 |
| Roosevelt Elementary | 8.3 |
| Canyon Charter Elementary | 9.0 |
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
3131 OLYMPIC BLVD, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Roads School may also want to explore other schools in the area. CROSSROADS SCHOOL FOR ARTS & SCIENCES (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WILDWOOD SCHOOL K-12 (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Santa Monica, see our Santa Monica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,081
Median Home Value
$1,159,500
Median Rent
$2,095/mo
Population
22,881
College Educated
58.6%
Homeownership
22%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
41.2
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| Independent Study Sojourner Truth Oakland, CA | 6.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Roads School
What grades does New Roads School serve?
New Roads School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend New Roads School?
New Roads School has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Roads School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Roads School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does New Roads School rank in CA?
New Roads School ranks #707 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is New Roads School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Roads School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is New Roads School a private school?
Yes, New Roads School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is New Roads School a religious school?
No, New Roads School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 548
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 74
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 828-5582
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