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#869 of 3,177 private schools in CA
Top 27% of private schools
The Pines Christian School
Elementary School
25200 S. Western Avenue, Harbor City, CA 90710
About The Pines Christian School
The Pines Christian School is an private elementary school in Harbor City, CA 90710. The school serves approximately 141 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.8/10, placing it in the 72.7th percentile among private schools in CA — an average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in school profile (7.5/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $77,486, where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 6 public schools in Harbor City, The Pines Christian School rates lower overall (5.8 vs 7.3 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Pines Christian School compares to the 6 public schools in Harbor City, CA
All Schools in Harbor City
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Pines Christian School (this school) | 5.8 |
| Harbor City Elementary | 7.2 |
| George S. Patton Continuation | 5.9 |
| Humanities and Arts (HARTS) Academy of Los Angeles | 8.7 |
| Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High | 8.1 |
| President Avenue Elementary | 6.7 |
| Normont Elementary | 7.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
25200 S. Western Avenue, Harbor City, CA 90710
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE PINES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Harbor City | 0.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Harbor City Elementary Harbor City | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Alexander Fleming Middle Lomita | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| George S. Patton Continuation Harbor City | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| HAPPY TOTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Harbor City | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High Harbor City | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Humanities and Arts (HARTS) Academy of Los Angeles Harbor City | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL Lomita | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| St Margaret Mary School Lomita | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| HAPPY TOTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Harbor City | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Coastal Academy Lomita | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| President Avenue Elementary Harbor City | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Eshelman Avenue Elementary Lomita | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Normont Elementary Harbor City | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Lomita Math/Science/Technology Magnet Lomita | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| John Adams Elementary Torrance | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| VERMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Harbor City | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| ROLLING HILLS PREPARATORY San Pedro | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| J. H. Hull Middle Torrance | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| NISHIYAMATO ACADEMY OF CALIFORNIA Lomita | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90710 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,486
Median Home Value
$648,600
Median Rent
$1,547/mo
Population
26,777
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
40.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Pines Christian School
What grades does The Pines Christian School serve?
The Pines Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend The Pines Christian School?
The Pines Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 141 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Pines Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Pines Christian School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Pines Christian School rank in CA?
The Pines Christian School is ranked #869 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is The Pines Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Pines Christian School has a composite rating of 5.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is The Pines Christian School a private school?
Yes, The Pines Christian 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 141
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (310) 325-1213
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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