Below Average
#1581 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Nurtury the
Elementary School
14401 DICKENS ST, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,581 of 1,787
In Sherman Oaks
#5 of 6
public schools
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Nurtury the
Elementary School in Sherman Oaks · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nurtury the
Nurtury the is a private elementary school in Sherman Oaks, CA. Nurtury the serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 25.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Nurtury the has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,581 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 51 students, Nurtury the 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.
Nurtury the runs 25.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Nurtury the 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 Nurtury the compares to the 6 public schools in Sherman Oaks, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Sherman Oaks
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Nurtury the (this school) | 4.9 |
| Sherman Oaks Elementary Charter | 8.4 |
| Chandler Elementary | 8.6 |
| Dixie Canyon Community Charter | 8.3 |
| Louis Armstrong Middle | 6.6 |
| Ivy Bound Acad of Math Sci and Tech Charter Mid | 4.0 |
| Riverside Drive Charter | 7.6 |
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
14401 DICKENS ST, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nurtury the may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kester Avenue Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Van Nuys), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chandler Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sherman Oaks Elementary Charter (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sherman Oaks, see our Sherman Oaks schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91423 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$112,119
Median Home Value
$1,323,500
Median Rent
$2,239/mo
Population
32,536
College Educated
62.9%
Homeownership
37.5%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
40.8
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| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL San Luis Obispo, CA | 4.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nurtury the
What grades does Nurtury the serve?
Nurtury the serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Nurtury the?
Nurtury the has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nurtury the?
The student-teacher ratio at Nurtury the is 25.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Nurtury the rank in CA?
Nurtury the ranks #1,581 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Nurtury the's MySchoolScout rating?
Nurtury the has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Nurtury the a private school?
Yes, Nurtury the 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 Nurtury the a religious school?
No, Nurtury the is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 51
- Gender Split
- 12% M / 88% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 244 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (818) 990-8352
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