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The Best Start Preparatory Academy
High School
922 1/2 Sanborn Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About The Best Start Preparatory Academy
The Best Start Preparatory Academy is a private high school in Los Angeles, CA 90027. The school serves approximately 36 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $90,532, where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 36 students, The Best Start Preparatory Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, The Best Start Preparatory Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, The Best Start Preparatory Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Best Start Preparatory Academy compares to 575 public schools serving similar grades in Los Angeles, CA
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Best Start Preparatory Academy (this school) | — |
| Lockwood Avenue Elementary | 7.4 |
| Micheltorena Street Elementary | 9.2 |
| Lexington Avenue Primary Center | 8.1 |
| Thomas Starr King Middle School Film and Media Magnet | 8.0 |
| Dayton Heights Elementary | 9.1 |
| Camino Nuevo High #2 | 8.5 |
| Everest Value | 8.6 |
| Central City Value | 7.3 |
| Ramona Elementary | 8.5 |
| Vista Charter Middle | 4.4 |
| Dr. Sammy Lee Medical and Health Science Magnet Elementary | 5.9 |
| Mayberry Street Elementary | 8.5 |
| Virgil Middle | 8.7 |
| Los Feliz Science/Tech/Engineer/Math/Medicine Magnet | 5.9 |
| Kingsley Elementary | 7.0 |
| Alexandria Avenue Elementary | 9.2 |
| New Village Girls Academy | 5.2 |
| Franklin Avenue Elementary | 8.8 |
| Frank del Olmo Elementary | 7.1 |
| Commonwealth Avenue Elementary | 9.2 |
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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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 36 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Address
- 922 1/2 Sanborn Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027
- Phone
- (323) 688-6507
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Location
922 1/2 Sanborn Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Best Start Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Camino Nuevo High #2 (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away). Another option is Central City Value (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away). Additionally, New Village Girls Academy (rated 5.2/10, 1.2 miles away). For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,532
Median Home Value
$1,747,200
Median Rent
$1,904/mo
Population
46,049
College Educated
58.2%
Homeownership
20.3%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
38.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding The Best Start Preparatory Academy has a median household income of $90,532. It is a well-educated community where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,747,200, with a median rent of $1,904/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.2%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Best Start Preparatory Academy
What grades does The Best Start Preparatory Academy serve?
The Best Start Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend The Best Start Preparatory Academy?
The Best Start Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Best Start Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at The Best Start Preparatory Academy is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is The Best Start Preparatory Academy a private school?
Yes, The Best Start Preparatory Academy is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Los Angeles). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (323) 688-6507
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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