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The Best Start Preparatory Academy

High School

922 1/2 Sanborn Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027

Private

Enrollment

36

Student-Teacher

8:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

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

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How The Best Start Preparatory Academy compares to 575 public schools serving similar grades in Los Angeles, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
This School
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19.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
36
This School
vs
459
Public Avg

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
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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 mi
School Distance Rating
Lockwood Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.3 mi 7.4
Lexington Avenue Primary Center Los Angeles 0.4 mi 8.1
Micheltorena Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.4 mi 9.2
Thomas Starr King Middle School Film and Media Magnet Los Angeles 0.5 mi 8.0
BLIND CHILDREN'S CENTER Los Angeles 0.5 mi
Dayton Heights Elementary Los Angeles 0.6 mi 9.1
Camino Nuevo High #2 Los Angeles 0.9 mi 8.5
Everest Value Los Angeles 1.0 mi 8.6
Central City Value Los Angeles 1.0 mi 7.3
Vista Charter Middle Los Angeles 1.0 mi 4.4
Immaculate Heart of Mary Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.9 mi 5.7
Dr. Sammy Lee Medical and Health Science Magnet Elementary Los Angeles 1.1 mi 5.9
International School of Los Angeles-LF Los Angeles 1.1 mi
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF LOS ANGELES - LOS FELIZ Los Angeles 1.1 mi 5.8
Virgil Middle Los Angeles 1.1 mi 8.7
Ramona Elementary Los Angeles 1.0 mi 8.5
Los Feliz Science/Tech/Engineer/Math/Medicine Magnet Los Angeles 1.1 mi 5.9
Franklin Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 1.2 mi 8.8
New Village Girls Academy Los Angeles 1.2 mi 5.2

Neighborhood 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
Data Year
2025–2026

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