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#1422 of 1,787 private schools in CA

St Nicholas School

Elementary School

9501 BALBOA BLVD, Northridge, CA 91325

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

181

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

181

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,422 of 1,787

In Northridge

#8 of 9

public schools

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About St Nicholas School

St Nicholas School is a private elementary school in Northridge, CA. St Nicholas School serves approximately 181 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Nicholas School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,422 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.9 pts below CA schools

5.3

This school 5.3 · Average
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 181 students, St Nicholas School 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.

St Nicholas 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

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How St Nicholas School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Northridge, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

15.6:1

This School

22.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

181

This School

629

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.3

This School

7.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 5.5% vs 0%

Black 2.2% vs 0%

Asian 1.7% vs 0%

St Nicholas School Northridge Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Nicholas School (this school)	—	181	15.6:1	5.3
Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle	0.3 mi	871	20.7:1	8.2
Balboa Gifted/High Ability Magnet Elementary	0.3 mi	682	25.3:1	9.1
Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy	0.4 mi	519	21.6:1	8.3
Andasol Avenue Elementary	1.0 mi	397	19.9:1	6.8
Northridge Middle	1.8 mi	724	15.1:1	6.5
Lorne Street Elementary	2.0 mi	387	21.5:1	6.6
Calahan Street Elementary	2.2 mi	457	21.8:1	5.8
Darby Avenue Elementary	2.3 mi	390	20.5:1	8.4
Magnolia Science Academy 7	2.3 mi	280	31.1:1	6.6
Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies	2.5 mi	604	23.2:1	8.8
Napa Street Elementary	2.8 mi	433	20.6:1	5.5
Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle	2.9 mi	1,839	23.3:1	8.7
Beckford Charter for Enriched Studies	3.1 mi	599	25:1	9.2

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

C+ 4.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.6:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 7.3 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

C 3.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 18%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 181

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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 90.6%

Hispanic 5.5%

Black 2.2%

Asian 1.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

9501 BALBOA BLVD, Northridge, CA 91325

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Nicholas School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mayall Street Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby North Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is Balboa Gifted/High Ability Magnet Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Northridge, see our Northridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
St. Nicholas School Northridge	0.0 mi	197	—
HIGHLAND HALL WALDORF SCHOOL Northridge	0.2 mi	180	7.9
Highland Hall Waldorf School Northridge	0.2 mi	210	—
Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle Northridge	0.3 mi	871	8.2
Balboa Gifted/High Ability Magnet Elementary Northridge	0.3 mi	682	9.1
Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy Northridge	0.4 mi	519	8.3
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER North Hills	0.5 mi	5	—
Mayall Street Elementary North Hills	0.8 mi	473	9.4
Valley Charter Elementary North Hills	0.9 mi	296	5.5
Andasol Avenue Elementary Northridge	1.0 mi	397	6.8
Valley Academy of Arts and Sciences Granada Hills	1.1 mi	794	7.5
HOLY MARTYRS ARMENIAN ELEMENTARY North Hills	1.1 mi	254	5.7
San Fernando Valley Academy Northridge	1.0 mi	123	—
Parthenia Academy of Arts and Technology North Hills	1.2 mi	441	6.5
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY ACADEMY Northridge	1.0 mi	95	6.8
CASA MONTESSORI Northridge	1.1 mi	15	—
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Northridge	1.1 mi	1,005	5.9
Patrick Henry Middle Granada Hills	1.3 mi	1,039	7.4
Northpoint School and Intensive Outpatient Northridge	1.1 mi	28	—
NORTHPOINT SCHOOL & INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM Northridge	1.1 mi	38	7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91325 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,602

Median Home Value

$900,200

Median Rent

$1,924/mo

Population

35,116

College Educated

42.5%

Homeownership

45.8%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

38.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Nicholas School

What grades does St Nicholas School serve?

St Nicholas School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Nicholas School?

St Nicholas School has an enrollment of approximately 181 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Nicholas School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Nicholas School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Nicholas School rank in CA?

St Nicholas School ranks #1,422 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is St Nicholas School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Nicholas School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Nicholas School a private school?

Yes, St Nicholas School is a private coeducational school with a Greek Orthodox affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is St Nicholas School a religious school?

St Nicholas School has a Greek Orthodox religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 38 Some Transit
Bike Score: 27 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 181
Gender Split: 39% M / 61% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 12
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Greek Orthodox
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Los Angeles County
Phone: (818) 886-6751

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