Very Good
#123 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 7% of private schools
Switzer Learning Center
High School
2201 AMAPOLA CT, Torrance, CA 90501
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#123 of 1,787
In Torrance
#1 of 10
public schools
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About Switzer Learning Center
Switzer Learning Center is a private high school in Torrance, CA. Switzer Learning Center serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Switzer Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #123 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, Switzer Learning Center 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.
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Switzer Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Switzer Learning Center 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 Switzer Learning Center compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Torrance, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Switzer Learning Center (this school) | 7.8 |
| Torrance High | 7.9 |
| Gene Drevno Community Day | — |
| Madrona Middle | 6.7 |
| Shery (Kurt T.) High (Continuation) | 6.0 |
| North High | 7.8 |
| Philip Magruder Middle | 7.4 |
| Van Deene Avenue Elementary | 7.9 |
| Casimir Middle | 7.5 |
| J. H. Hull Middle | 6.7 |
| Jefferson Middle | 7.7 |
| Bert M. Lynn Middle | 7.4 |
| West High | 7.3 |
| Calle Mayor Middle | 5.7 |
| South High | 7.0 |
| Edward J. Richardson Middle | 8.0 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
2201 AMAPOLA CT, Torrance, CA 90501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Switzer Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Torrance High (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is North High (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Torrance, see our Torrance schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Switzer Learning Center Torrance | 0.0 mi | — |
| THE CHILDRENS PLACE SCHOOL Torrance | 0.7 mi | — |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL Torrance | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Fern Elementary Torrance | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Branch of Hope School Torrance | 1.0 mi | — |
| Torrance High Torrance | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Gene Drevno Community Day Torrance | 1.3 mi | — |
| Torrance Elementary Torrance | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL Torrance | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| AMBASSADOR HIGH SCHOOL Torrance | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Ambassador High School Torrance | 1.4 mi | — |
| First Lutheran Torrance | 1.3 mi | — |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Torrance | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Shery (Kurt T.) High (Continuation) Torrance | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| North High Torrance | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| One Hundred Eighty-Sixth Street Elementary Gardena | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Halldale Elementary Torrance | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Madrona Middle Torrance | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Arlington Elementary Torrance | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| PACIFIC EXPLORER MONTESSORI Torrance | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,815
Median Home Value
$887,300
Median Rent
$1,868/mo
Population
41,319
College Educated
38.7%
Homeownership
45.6%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
38.8
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| BAYHILL HIGH SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.8 |
| FUSION ACADEMY HUNTINGTON BEACH SEACLIFF VILLAGE Huntington Beach, CA | 7.8 |
| LAKE TAHOE PREPATORY SCHOOL Olympic Valley, CA | 7.8 |
| Pescadero High Pescadero, CA | 7.8 |
| SENECA FAMILY OF AGENCIES JAMES BALDWIN ACADEMY San Leandro, CA | 7.8 |
| BAYHILL HIGH SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Switzer Learning Center
What grades does Switzer Learning Center serve?
Switzer Learning Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Switzer Learning Center?
Switzer Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Switzer Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Switzer Learning Center is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Switzer Learning Center rank in CA?
Switzer Learning Center ranks #123 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Switzer Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Switzer Learning Center 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 Switzer Learning Center a private school?
Yes, Switzer Learning Center 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 Switzer Learning Center a religious school?
No, Switzer Learning Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 62
- Gender Split
- 76% M / 24% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 210 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 328-3611
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