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#658 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Top 37% of private schools

Stem3 Academy West

School

12095 W WASHINGTON BLVD, Los Angeles, CA 90066

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

2nd – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

2nd – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#658 of 1,787

In Los Angeles

#45 of 137

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About Stem3 Academy West

Stem3 Academy West is a private school in Los Angeles, CA. Stem3 Academy West serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Stem3 Academy West has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #658 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.4 pts above CA schools

6.7

This school 6.7 · Average
CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 32 students, Stem3 Academy West 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.

Stem3 Academy West 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 Stem3 Academy West compares to 568 public schools serving similar grades in Los Angeles, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.7:1

This School

19.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

463

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.7

This School

6.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 37.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 21.9% vs 0%

Black 6.2% vs 0%

Asian 3.1% vs 0%

Stem3 Academy West Los Angeles Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Stem3 Academy West (this school)	—	32	10.7:1	6.7
ICEF Vista Middle Academy	0.4 mi	204	18.5:1	9.5
ICEF Vista Elementary Academy	0.4 mi	266	24.2:1	9.2
James J. McBride Special Education Center	0.5 mi	123	8.8:1	4.1
Grand View Boulevard Elementary	0.5 mi	525	18.1:1	9.1
Short Avenue Elementary	0.7 mi	405	22.5:1	8.1
Marina del Rey Middle	0.7 mi	369	16.8:1	5.5
Goethe International Charter	0.8 mi	440	21:1	8.4
Ocean Charter	1.0 mi	561	25.5:1	6.9
Phoenix Continuation	1.0 mi	54	18:1	6.7
Beethoven Street Elementary	1.2 mi	314	24.2:1	6.5
Venice Senior High	1.2 mi	2,223	21.8:1	7.7
Charnock Road Elementary	1.4 mi	286	17.9:1	8.6
Mark Twain Middle	1.4 mi	955	20.3:1	8.8
Mar Vista Elementary	1.4 mi	584	21.6:1	9.2
Walgrove Avenue Elementary	1.7 mi	237	16.9:1	7.7
Palms Middle	1.8 mi	1,195	21:1	7.5
Clover Avenue Elementary	2.0 mi	498	23.7:1	9.1
Cowan Avenue Elementary	2.0 mi	391	19.6:1	9.0
Palms Elementary	2.2 mi	241	15.1:1	5.4
Animo Venice Charter High	2.2 mi	373	17.8:1	8.3

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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

B+ 6.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.7:1

Instructional Commitment

A 8.7 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,300

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 71%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C- 1.7 / 10

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Enrollment 32

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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 37.5%

Two or More 31.2%

Hispanic 21.9%

Black 6.2%

Asian 3.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

12095 W WASHINGTON BLVD, Los Angeles, CA 90066

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stem3 Academy West may also want to explore other schools in the area. ICEF Vista Middle Academy (rated 9.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Braddock Drive Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Culver City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ICEF Vista Elementary Academy (rated 9.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Summit View–Westside Los Angeles	0.0 mi	145	—
WESTVIEW SCHOOL Los Angeles	0.1 mi	37	6.5
Bridgeport West School Los Angeles	0.1 mi	80	—
BRIDGEPORT VOCATIONAL WEST SCHOOL Los Angeles	0.1 mi	62	5.8
Sunrise West School Los Angeles	0.1 mi	74	—
WILDWOOD SCHOOL Los Angeles	0.3 mi	742	6.1
ICEF Vista Middle Academy Los Angeles	0.4 mi	204	9.5
ICEF Vista Elementary Academy Los Angeles	0.4 mi	266	9.2
Grand View Boulevard Elementary Los Angeles	0.5 mi	525	9.1
James J. McBride Special Education Center Los Angeles	0.5 mi	123	4.1
Braddock Drive Elementary Culver City	0.6 mi	568	9.4
Learn Academy Mar Vista Los Angeles	0.7 mi	10	—
The Gray Academy Los Angeles	0.6 mi	12	—
Marina del Rey Middle Los Angeles	0.7 mi	369	5.5
Stoner Avenue Elementary Culver City	0.6 mi	266	6.0
CULVER CITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Los Angeles	0.7 mi	16	—
Short Avenue Elementary Los Angeles	0.7 mi	405	8.1
Goethe International Charter Los Angeles	0.8 mi	440	8.4
Ready Global Academy (Online School) Los Angeles	0.9 mi	385	—
Ocean Charter Los Angeles	1.0 mi	561	6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,786

Median Home Value

$1,636,600

Median Rent

$2,211/mo

Population

54,975

College Educated

61.4%

Homeownership

38.6%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

38.5

Similar Schools

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Heritage Valley Independent Study Fillmore, CA	31	6.7
WELLSPRING EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC Walnut Creek, CA	38	6.7
DEL SOL SCHOOL, INC Cypress, CA	34	6.9
HILL POINT MONTESSORI PREPARATORY SCHOOL West Hills, CA	40	6.9
Wellington M. Smith Jr. Salinas, CA	34	6.5
North Star Academy Jackson, CA	44	6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stem3 Academy West

What grades does Stem3 Academy West serve?

Stem3 Academy West serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.

How many students attend Stem3 Academy West?

Stem3 Academy West has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stem3 Academy West?

The student-teacher ratio at Stem3 Academy West is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Stem3 Academy West rank in CA?

Stem3 Academy West ranks #658 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Stem3 Academy West's MySchoolScout rating?

Stem3 Academy West has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Stem3 Academy West a private school?

Yes, Stem3 Academy West 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 Stem3 Academy West a religious school?

No, Stem3 Academy West is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 85 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 52 Good Transit
Bike Score: 92 Biker’s Paradise

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 2nd – 12th
Enrollment: 32
Gender Split: 81% M / 19% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 3
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 200 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Los Angeles County
Phone: (818) 623-6386

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