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The City School
Elementary School
17424 Sherman Way, Lake Balboa, CA 91406
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2024-25
Data vintage2024-25
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The City School
Elementary School in Lake Balboa · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The City School
The City School is a private elementary school in Lake Balboa, CA. The City School serves approximately 28 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 28 students, The City School 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 6.2:1 students to teachers, The City School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The City 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 City School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Lake Balboa, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The City School (this school) | — |
| Anatola Avenue Elementary | 4.9 |
| Gault Street Elementary | 6.6 |
| Lemay Street Elementary | 5.3 |
| William Mulholland Middle | 8.1 |
| Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 | 7.1 |
| Cohasset Street Elementary | 6.3 |
| Bassett Street Elementary | 5.2 |
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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Address
- 17424 Sherman Way, Lake Balboa, CA 91406
- Phone
- (818) 776-0011
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Location
17424 Sherman Way, Lake Balboa, CA 91406
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The City School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Garden Grove Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Reseda). Another option is Stagg Street Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Van Nuys). Additionally, Gault Street Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.5 miles away). For more schools in Lake Balboa, see our Lake Balboa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALLEY WALDORF CITY SCHOOL Van Nuys | 0.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Anatola Avenue Elementary Lake Balboa | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Lemay Street Elementary Lake Balboa | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Gault Street Elementary Lake Balboa | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| William Mulholland Middle Lake Balboa | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Bertrand Avenue Elementary Reseda | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 Lake Balboa | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Stagg Street Elementary Van Nuys | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Daniel Pearl Journalism & Communications Magnet Lake Balboa | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 2 Van Nuys | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| High Tech LA Lake Balboa | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| St. Bridget of Sweden Elementary Van Nuys | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST BRIDGET OF SWEDEN Lake Balboa | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Birmingham Community Charter High Lake Balboa | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Independence Continuation Lake Balboa | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Lorne Street Elementary Northridge | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Garden Grove Elementary Reseda | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Newcastle Elementary Reseda | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Magnolia Science Academy Reseda | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 5 Reseda | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,653
Median Home Value
$765,000
Median Rent
$1,859/mo
Population
52,661
College Educated
28.7%
Homeownership
39.4%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
37
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The City School
What grades does The City School serve?
The City School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend The City School?
The City School has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The City School?
The student-teacher ratio at The City School is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is The City School a private school?
Yes, The City School 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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (818) 776-0011
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