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#996 of 1,787 private schools in CA
The Buckley School
School
3900 STANSBURY AVE, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Enrollment
830
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
830
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#996 of 1,787
In Sherman Oaks
#2 of 6
public schools
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About The Buckley School
The Buckley School is a private school in Sherman Oaks, CA. The Buckley School serves approximately 830 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Buckley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #996 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
The Buckley 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
BetaHow The Buckley School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Sherman Oaks, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Buckley School (this school) | 6.1 |
| Sherman Oaks Elementary Charter | 8.4 |
| Dixie Canyon Community Charter | 8.3 |
| Louis Armstrong Middle | 6.6 |
| Chandler Elementary | 8.6 |
| Riverside Drive Charter | 7.6 |
| Ivy Bound Acad of Math Sci and Tech Charter Mid | 4.0 |
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.
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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
3900 STANSBURY AVE, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Buckley School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Roscomare Road Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kester Avenue Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Van Nuys), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chandler Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sherman Oaks, see our Sherman Oaks schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Buckley School, The Sherman Oaks | 0.1 mi | — |
| NURTURY THE Sherman Oaks | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Sherman Oaks Elementary Charter Sherman Oaks | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Dixie Canyon Community Charter Sherman Oaks | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| St. Francis De Sales Sherman Oaks | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Sherman Oaks | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| J J Academy Sherman Oaks | 1.4 mi | — |
| MERDINIAN ARMENIAN EVANGELICAL SCHOOL Sherman Oaks | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| C. and E. Merdinian Armenian Evangelical School Sherman Oaks | 1.6 mi | — |
| Chandler Elementary Sherman Oaks | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Louis Armstrong Middle Sherman Oaks | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| WISE SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Wise School Los Angeles | 1.7 mi | — |
| Roscomare Road Elementary Los Angeles | 1.9 mi | 9.2 |
| High Tech LA Middle Van Nuys | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Van Nuys Middle Van Nuys | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Kester Avenue Elementary Van Nuys | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Riverside Drive Charter Sherman Oaks | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| The SEED School of Los Angeles County Los Angeles | 1.9 mi | — |
| HARVARD-WESTLAKE SCHOOL Studio City | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91423 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$112,119
Median Home Value
$1,323,500
Median Rent
$2,239/mo
Population
32,536
College Educated
62.9%
Homeownership
37.5%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
40.8
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| Las Flores High (Alternative) Sacramento, CA | 6.1 |
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| AGBU MANOOGIAN-DEMIRDJIAN SCHOOL Canoga Park, CA | 6.0 |
| California Virtual Academy San Mateo Simi Valley, CA | 6.0 |
| Hayward Twin Oaks Montessori Hayward, CA | 6.0 |
| Riverside Virtual Riverside, CA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Buckley School
What grades does The Buckley School serve?
The Buckley School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend The Buckley School?
The Buckley School has an enrollment of approximately 830 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Buckley School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Buckley School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Buckley School rank in CA?
The Buckley School ranks #996 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is The Buckley School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Buckley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Buckley School a private school?
Yes, The Buckley School 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 The Buckley School a religious school?
No, The Buckley School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 830
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 82
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (818) 783-1610
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