Very Good
#482 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 27% of private schools
South Bay Junior Academy
Elementary School
4400 DEL AMO BLVD, Torrance, CA 90503
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#482 of 1,787
In Torrance
#3 of 10
public schools
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South Bay Junior Academy
Elementary School in Torrance · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About South Bay Junior Academy
South Bay Junior Academy is a private elementary school in Torrance, CA. South Bay Junior Academy serves approximately 120 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. South Bay Junior Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #482 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 120 students, South Bay Junior Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
South Bay Junior 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 Junior Academy compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Torrance, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| South Bay Junior Academy (this school) | 7.0 |
| Bert M. Lynn Middle | 7.4 |
| Victor Elementary | 5.4 |
| Anza Elementary | 8.5 |
| Towers Elementary | 8.5 |
| Jefferson Middle | 7.7 |
| Madrona Middle | 6.7 |
| Philip Magruder Middle | 7.4 |
| Edison Elementary | 7.3 |
| Joseph Arnold Elementary | 7.4 |
| Fern Elementary | 7.4 |
| Seaside Elementary | 8.2 |
| Yukon Elementary | 6.7 |
| Calle Mayor Middle | 5.7 |
| Hickory Elementary | 7.8 |
| Evelyn Carr Elementary | 5.6 |
| Edward J. Richardson Middle | 8.0 |
| Gene Drevno Community Day | — |
| Torrance Elementary | 5.5 |
| Riviera Elementary | 7.8 |
| Arlington Elementary | 8.2 |
Showing 20 of 29 schools. View all schools in Torrance
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
4400 DEL AMO BLVD, Torrance, CA 90503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Bay Junior Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Anza Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Towers Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Redondo Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Torrance, see our Torrance schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bert M. Lynn Middle Torrance | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| St. James Elementary Torrance | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Torrance | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Victor Elementary Torrance | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| West High Torrance | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Fresh Roots Forest School Torrance | 0.9 mi | — |
| Anza Elementary Torrance | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Bishop Montgomery High Torrance | 0.9 mi | — |
| Jefferson Middle Torrance | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Towers Elementary Torrance | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| BISHOP MONTGOMERY HIGH Torrance | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Washington Elementary Redondo Beach | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| VALOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Redondo Beach | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Parras (Nick G.) Middle Redondo Beach | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Adams Middle Redondo Beach | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Redondo Beach Virtual Learning Redondo Beach | 1.4 mi | — |
| Madrona Middle Torrance | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Patricia Dreizler Continuation High Redondo Beach | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Redondo Beach Learning Academy Redondo Beach | 1.2 mi | — |
| Philip Magruder Middle Torrance | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,685
Median Home Value
$1,058,100
Median Rent
$2,249/mo
Population
43,764
College Educated
55.4%
Homeownership
52.5%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
41.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Bay Junior Academy
What grades does South Bay Junior Academy serve?
South Bay Junior Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend South Bay Junior Academy?
South Bay Junior Academy has an enrollment of approximately 120 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Bay Junior Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at South Bay Junior Academy is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does South Bay Junior Academy rank in CA?
South Bay Junior Academy ranks #482 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is South Bay Junior Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
South Bay Junior Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Junior Academy a private school?
Yes, South Bay Junior Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist 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 Junior Academy a religious school?
South Bay Junior Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 120
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (808) 754-5957
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