Excellent
#57 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 3% of private schools
Polytechnic School
School
1030 E CALIFORNIA BLVD, Pasadena, CA 91106
Enrollment
871
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
871
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#57 of 1,787
In Pasadena
#2 of 21
public schools
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Polytechnic School
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About Polytechnic School
Polytechnic School is a private school in Pasadena, CA. Polytechnic School serves approximately 871 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Polytechnic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #57 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 6.7:1 students to teachers, Polytechnic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Polytechnic 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 Polytechnic School compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Pasadena, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Polytechnic School (this school) | 8.2 |
| Rose City High (Continuation) | 6.0 |
| McKinley | 3.8 |
| Blair High | 7.2 |
| Hamilton Elementary | 7.7 |
| Madison Elementary | 4.4 |
| Marshall Fundamental | 7.9 |
| Learning Works | 4.1 |
| Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary | 6.8 |
| Norma Coombs Elementary | 5.1 |
| San Rafael Elementary | 8.3 |
| Options For Youth - Duarte Inc | 2.6 |
| Webster Elementary | 5.3 |
| Willard Elementary | 5.2 |
| Octavia E. Butler Magnet | 6.8 |
| Washington Elementary STEM Magnet | 5.0 |
| Pasadena High | 8.0 |
| CIS Academy | 7.7 |
| Alma Fuerte Public | 7.6 |
| Field (Eugene) Elementary | 9.3 |
| John Muir High | 6.9 |
Showing 20 of 21 schools. View all schools in Pasadena
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
1030 E CALIFORNIA BLVD, Pasadena, CA 91106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Polytechnic School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Valentine Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby San Marino), which scores notably higher. Another option is Twentieth Street Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Huntington Middle (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby San Marino), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pasadena, see our Pasadena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rose City High (Continuation) Pasadena | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| McKinley Pasadena | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| St. Philip the Apostle Pasadena | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST PHILIP THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Pasadena | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Fusion Academy Pasadena Downtown Pasadena | 0.8 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY PASADENA DOWNTOWN Pasadena | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| ENCHANTED CASTLE PASADENA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pasadena | 0.8 mi | — |
| Mayfield Junior School Pasadena | 0.9 mi | — |
| International School of Los Angeles-PAS Pasadena | 1.0 mi | — |
| MAYFIELD JUNIOR SCHOOL Pasadena | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Twentieth Street Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF LOS ANGELES - PASADENA Pasadena | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Bridge Global Academy Pasadena | 1.2 mi | — |
| Living Waters Academy Pasadena | 1.2 mi | — |
| Blair High Pasadena | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Southwestern Academy San Marino | 1.4 mi | — |
| Valentine Elementary San Marino | 1.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Hamilton Elementary Pasadena | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Huntington Middle San Marino | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| THE WAVERLY SCHOOL Pasadena | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,213
Median Home Value
$966,700
Median Rent
$2,096/mo
Population
23,217
College Educated
63.2%
Homeownership
34.8%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
38.2
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|---|---|
| Connecting Waters Charter Waterford, CA | 8.2 |
| WESTRIDGE SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Pasadena, CA | 8.1 |
| Lifeline Education Charter Compton, CA | 8.0 |
| JCS - Pine Hills Julian, CA | 8.4 |
| Delta Charter Tracy, CA | 7.9 |
| CORE Charter Marysville, CA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Polytechnic School
What grades does Polytechnic School serve?
Polytechnic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Polytechnic School?
Polytechnic School has an enrollment of approximately 871 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Polytechnic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Polytechnic School is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Polytechnic School rank in CA?
Polytechnic School ranks #57 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Polytechnic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Polytechnic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Polytechnic School a private school?
Yes, Polytechnic 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 Polytechnic School a religious school?
No, Polytechnic School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 871
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 131
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 200 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (626) 396-6303
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