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#138 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Top 8% of private schools

Rolling Hills Preparatory

School

1500 PALOS VERDES DR N, San Pedro, CA 90732

Private

Enrollment

217

Student-Teacher

6:1

Score

7.8

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#138 of 1,787

In San Pedro

#1 of 4

public schools

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Rolling Hills Preparatory

7.8/10

School in San Pedro · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Rolling Hills Preparatory

Rolling Hills Preparatory is a private school in San Pedro, CA. Rolling Hills Preparatory serves approximately 217 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rolling Hills Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #138 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares1.5 pts above CA schools
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 6:1 students to teachers, Rolling Hills Preparatory sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Rolling Hills Preparatory 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

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How Rolling Hills Preparatory compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in San Pedro, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
This School
vs
19:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
217
This School
vs
555
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.8
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 58.1% vs 0%
Asian 12.9% vs 0%
Black 10.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 10.1% vs 0%
Rolling Hills Preparatory San Pedro Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Rolling Hills Preparatory (this school) 7.8
William J. Johnston Community Day 5.3
Taper Avenue Elementary 7.2
Park Western Place Elementary 6.5
Bandini Street Elementary 5.7
Barton Hill Elementary 5.4
Ernest P. Willenberg Special Education Center 4.3
Seventh Street Elementary Arts Integration Magnet 5.1
Port of Los Angeles High 8.2
Cabrillo Avenue Elementary 6.4
Richard Henry Dana Middle 7.1
San Pedro Senior High 8.2
Fifteenth Street Elementary 6.1
Leland Street Elementary 5.9
South Shores/CSUDH Visual and Performing Arts 6.2
White Point Elementary 7.6
Point Fermin Elementary 8.8
Angel's Gate (Continuation) 5.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,202.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 62%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 217
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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)

White 58.1%
Asian 12.9%
Black 10.6%
Hispanic 10.1%
Two or More 8.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1500 PALOS VERDES DR N, San Pedro, CA 90732

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rolling Hills Preparatory may also want to explore other schools in the area. Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Wilmington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Rancho Palos Verdes), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alexander Fleming Middle (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lomita), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Pedro, see our San Pedro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
HAPPY TOTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Harbor City 0.7 mi
Mary Star of the Sea High School San Pedro 0.8 mi
MARY STAR OF THE SEA HIGH SCHOOL San Pedro 0.9 mi 7.0
William J. Johnston Community Day San Pedro 1.0 mi 5.3
HAPPY TOTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Harbor City 1.0 mi
Harbor City Elementary Harbor City 1.0 mi 7.1
Eshelman Avenue Elementary Lomita 1.0 mi 6.4
VERMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Harbor City 1.1 mi 4.1
Taper Avenue Elementary San Pedro 1.2 mi 7.2
Dr. Richard A. Vladovic Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy Wilmington 1.0 mi 9.3
Normont Elementary Harbor City 1.2 mi 5.5
THE PINES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Harbor City 1.2 mi 7.0
The Pines Christian School Harbor City 1.2 mi
Alexander Fleming Middle Lomita 1.2 mi 8.2
St Margaret Mary School Lomita 1.2 mi
ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL Lomita 1.2 mi 5.9
Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle Rancho Palos Verdes 1.3 mi 8.8
CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Rancho Palos Verdes 1.6 mi 5.4
George S. Patton Continuation Harbor City 1.6 mi 5.4
Christ Lutheran Church and School Rancho Palos Verdes 1.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90732 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$118,658

Median Home Value

$785,000

Median Rent

$2,523/mo

Population

23,104

College Educated

48.3%

Homeownership

72.3%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

46.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rolling Hills Preparatory

What grades does Rolling Hills Preparatory serve?

Rolling Hills Preparatory serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend Rolling Hills Preparatory?

Rolling Hills Preparatory has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rolling Hills Preparatory?

The student-teacher ratio at Rolling Hills Preparatory is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Rolling Hills Preparatory rank in CA?

Rolling Hills Preparatory ranks #138 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Rolling Hills Preparatory's MySchoolScout rating?

Rolling Hills Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Rolling Hills Preparatory a private school?

Yes, Rolling Hills Preparatory 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 Rolling Hills Preparatory a religious school?

No, Rolling Hills Preparatory is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
217
Gender Split
57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
167 days
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County

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