Very Good
#145 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 8% of private schools
South Bay Faith Academy
School
101 S PACIFIC COAST HWY, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
1.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
1.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#145 of 1,787
In Redondo Beach
#1 of 5
public schools
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About South Bay Faith Academy
South Bay Faith Academy is a private school in Redondo Beach, CA. South Bay Faith Academy serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 1.8:1 student-teacher ratio. South Bay Faith Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #145 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 1.8:1 students to teachers, South Bay Faith Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
South Bay Faith 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 South Bay Faith Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Redondo Beach, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| South Bay Faith Academy (this school) | 7.8 |
| Redondo Union High | 7.7 |
| Patricia Dreizler Continuation High | 6.7 |
| Redondo Beach Learning Academy | — |
| Parras (Nick G.) Middle | 7.8 |
| Beryl Heights Elementary | 7.0 |
| Alta Vista Elementary | 8.3 |
| Jefferson Elementary | 8.4 |
| Tulita Elementary | 8.6 |
| Washington Elementary | 8.1 |
| Birney Elementary | 8.9 |
| Adams Middle | 7.4 |
| Redondo Beach Virtual Learning | — |
| Madison Elementary | 7.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 7.4 |
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
101 S PACIFIC COAST HWY, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Bay Faith Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Towers Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Torrance), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Anza Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Torrance), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Redondo Beach, see our Redondo Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Bay Faith Academy Redondo Beach | 0.0 mi | — |
| Redondo Union High Redondo Beach | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Patricia Dreizler Continuation High Redondo Beach | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Redondo Beach Learning Academy Redondo Beach | 0.5 mi | — |
| Parras (Nick G.) Middle Redondo Beach | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| PLAYHOUSE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Redondo Beach | 0.6 mi | — |
| Beryl Heights Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| CARDEN SCHOOL Redondo Beach | 1.0 mi | — |
| BISHOP MONTGOMERY HIGH Torrance | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Redondo Beach | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Bishop Montgomery High Torrance | 0.9 mi | — |
| Towers Elementary Torrance | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL Hermosa Beach | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| THE KNOWING GARDEN Redondo Beach | 1.2 mi | — |
| Fresh Roots Forest School Torrance | 1.1 mi | — |
| West High Torrance | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Jefferson Elementary Redondo Beach | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Victor Elementary Torrance | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Anza Elementary Torrance | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Torrance | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
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
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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 246 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Bay Faith Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at South Bay Faith Academy is 1.8:1. 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 ranks #145 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is South Bay Faith Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
South Bay Faith Academy 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 South Bay Faith Academy a private school?
Yes, South Bay Faith Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is South Bay Faith Academy a religious school?
South Bay Faith Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 246
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 134
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 379-8242
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