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#22 of 3,177 private schools in CA
Top 1% of private schools
South Bay Faith Academy
High School
101 S Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
About South Bay Faith Academy
South Bay Faith Academy is a private high school in Redondo Beach, CA 90277. The school serves approximately 155 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 1.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.9/10, placing it in the 99.3th percentile among private schools in CA — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in classroom attention (9.6/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $131,985, where 70% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 14 public schools in Redondo Beach, South Bay Faith Academy rates higher overall (7.9 vs 6.4 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow South Bay Faith Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Redondo Beach, CA
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| South Bay Faith Academy (this school) | 7.9 |
| Redondo Union High | 5.8 |
| Redondo Beach Learning Academy | 7.9 |
| Patricia Dreizler Continuation High | 4.8 |
| Parras (Nick G.) Middle | 5.4 |
| Beryl Heights Elementary | 5.5 |
| Alta Vista Elementary | 5.8 |
| Jefferson Elementary | 7.1 |
| Tulita Elementary | 6.7 |
| Washington Elementary | 5.8 |
| Birney Elementary | 7.2 |
| Adams Middle | 6.4 |
| Redondo Beach Virtual Learning | 7.9 |
| Madison Elementary | 5.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 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
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
101 S Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTH BAY FAITH ACADEMY Redondo Beach | 0.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Redondo Union High Redondo Beach | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Patricia Dreizler Continuation High Redondo Beach | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Redondo Beach Learning Academy Redondo Beach | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Parras (Nick G.) Middle Redondo Beach | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| PLAYHOUSE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Redondo Beach | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Beryl Heights Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| CARDEN SCHOOL Redondo Beach | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| BISHOP MONTGOMERY HIGH Torrance | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Redondo Beach | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Bishop Montgomery High Torrance | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Towers Elementary Torrance | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL Hermosa Beach | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| THE KNOWING GARDEN Redondo Beach | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Fresh Roots Forest School Torrance | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| West High Torrance | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Jefferson Elementary Redondo Beach | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Victor Elementary Torrance | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Anza Elementary Torrance | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Torrance | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90277 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,985
Median Home Value
$1,403,800
Median Rent
$2,621/mo
Population
35,391
College Educated
69.8%
Homeownership
48.9%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
45.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aegean Academy Redondo Beach, CA | 7.9 |
| Borrego Springs High Borrego Springs, CA | 8.0 |
| Keystone Academy Santa Fe Springs, CA | 8.0 |
| MAYBECK HIGH SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 8.0 |
| Maybeck High School Berkeley, CA | 8.0 |
| Olive Crest Academy - North Garden Grove, CA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Bay Faith Academy
What grades does South Bay Faith Academy serve?
South Bay Faith Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend South Bay Faith Academy?
South Bay Faith Academy has an enrollment of approximately 155 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Bay Faith Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at South Bay Faith Academy is 1.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does South Bay Faith Academy rank in CA?
South Bay Faith Academy is ranked #22 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is South Bay Faith Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
South Bay Faith Academy has a composite rating of 7.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is South Bay Faith Academy a private school?
Yes, South Bay Faith Academy is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 155
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 90
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (310) 379-8242
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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