Very Good
#397 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 22% of private schools
Ohr Eliyahu Academy
Elementary School
241 S DETROIT ST, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#397 of 1,787
In Los Angeles
#25 of 137
public schools
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Ohr Eliyahu Academy
Elementary School in Los Angeles · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ohr Eliyahu Academy
Ohr Eliyahu Academy is a private elementary school in Los Angeles, CA. Ohr Eliyahu Academy serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ohr Eliyahu Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #397 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 6.1:1 students to teachers, Ohr Eliyahu Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ohr Eliyahu Academy 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 Ohr Eliyahu Academy compares to 451 public schools serving similar grades in Los Angeles, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ohr Eliyahu Academy (this school) | 7.2 |
| Third Street Elementary | 9.3 |
| John Burroughs Middle | 7.4 |
| Wilshire Crest Elementary | 5.0 |
| Hancock Park Elementary | 7.5 |
| Melrose Avenue Elementary | 8.9 |
| Girls Academic Leadership Acad Dr. Michelle King Sch STEM | 9.0 |
| Hubert Howe Bancroft Middle | 6.5 |
| Queen Anne Place Elementary | 8.8 |
| Carthay Elementary Of Environmental Studies Magnet | 9.0 |
| Laurel Elementary | 5.7 |
| Vine Street Elementary | 7.3 |
| Saturn Street Elementary | 6.3 |
| Wilshire Park Elementary | 7.8 |
| Rosewood Avenue Elementary | 7.4 |
| Van Ness Avenue Elementary | 6.0 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 6 | 9.3 |
| Alta Loma Elementary | 5.7 |
| Larchmont Charter | 8.9 |
| Wilton Place Elementary | 4.9 |
| Gardner Street Elementary | 6.3 |
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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.
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
241 S DETROIT ST, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ohr Eliyahu Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Third Street Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Melrose Avenue Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hancock Park Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90036 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,877
Median Home Value
$1,958,600
Median Rent
$2,730/mo
Population
38,784
College Educated
68.3%
Homeownership
13.4%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
36.4
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| ALMADEN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL San Jose, CA | 7.2 |
| Albert A. Michelson Elementary Avery, CA | 7.2 |
| Alta Elementary Reedley, CA | 7.2 |
| Bishop's Peak Elementary San Luis Obispo, CA | 7.2 |
| Blue Oak Elementary Cameron Park, CA | 7.2 |
| City Language Immersion Charter Los Angeles, CA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ohr Eliyahu Academy
What grades does Ohr Eliyahu Academy serve?
Ohr Eliyahu Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ohr Eliyahu Academy?
Ohr Eliyahu Academy has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ohr Eliyahu Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Ohr Eliyahu Academy is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ohr Eliyahu Academy rank in CA?
Ohr Eliyahu Academy ranks #397 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Ohr Eliyahu Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Ohr Eliyahu Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ohr Eliyahu Academy a private school?
Yes, Ohr Eliyahu Academy is a private coeducational school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Ohr Eliyahu Academy a religious school?
Ohr Eliyahu Academy has a Jewish religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 350
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 422-3707
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