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#1207 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Topanga Mountain School
Middle School
5920 SHOUP AVE, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,207 of 1,787
In Woodland Hills
#8 of 8
public schools
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Topanga Mountain School
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About Topanga Mountain School
Topanga Mountain School is a private middle school in Woodland Hills, CA. Topanga Mountain School serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Topanga Mountain School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,207 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, Topanga Mountain 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 6.5:1 students to teachers, Topanga Mountain School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Topanga Mountain 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 Topanga Mountain School compares to the 13 public schools in Woodland Hills, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Woodland Hills
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Topanga Mountain School (this school) | 5.8 |
| Ivy Academia | 4.2 |
| Woodlake Elementary Community Charter | 7.2 |
| Woodland Hills Elementary Charter For Enriched Studies | 7.3 |
| Woodland Hills Academy | 5.4 |
| Calabash Charter Academy | 8.8 |
| El Camino Real Charter High | 6.7 |
| George Ellery Hale Charter Academy | 8.1 |
| Lockhurst Drive Charter Elementary | 8.7 |
| Serrania Avenue Charter For Enriched Studies | 6.3 |
| Taft Charter High | 8.2 |
| Henry David Thoreau Continuation | 4.5 |
| Calvert Charter for Enriched Studies | 5.7 |
| CHIME Institute's Schwarzenegger Community | 8.1 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
5920 SHOUP AVE, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Topanga Mountain School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FUTURES ACADEMY - WOODLAND HILLS (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WOODLAND HILLS PRIVATE SCHOOL-OXNARD ST. CAMPUS (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FUSION ACADEMY WARNER CENTER (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Woodland Hills, see our Woodland Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Topanga Mountain School Woodland Hills | 0.0 mi | — |
| Ivy Academia Woodland Hills | 0.1 mi | 4.2 |
| WOODLAND HILLS PRIVATE SCHOOL - OXNARD Woodland Hills | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Woodland Hills Private School Woodland Hills | 0.3 mi | — |
| WOODLAND HILLS PRIVATE SCHOOL-OXNARD ST. CAMPUS Woodland Hills | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| CREATIVE CHILDREN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Woodland Hills | 0.4 mi | — |
| Child's World School Woodland Hills | 0.7 mi | — |
| CHILDS WORLD SCHOOL-WOODLAND HILLS Woodland Hills | 0.7 mi | — |
| FUTURES ACADEMY - WOODLAND HILLS Woodland Hills | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| TURNING POINT MONTESSORI Canoga Park | 0.8 mi | — |
| Hamlin Charter Academy West Hills | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Fusion Academy, Warner Center Woodland Hills | 0.7 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY WARNER CENTER Woodland Hills | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Rockland Academy Woodland Hills | 0.9 mi | — |
| DE TOLDEO HIGH SCHOOL West Hills | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| de Toledo High School West Hills | 1.1 mi | — |
| BOULEVARD SCHOOL Woodland Hills | 1.0 mi | — |
| KADIMA DAY SCHOOL West Hills | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Kadima Day School West Hills | 1.3 mi | — |
| Canoga Park Senior High Canoga Park | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91367 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,629
Median Home Value
$1,005,900
Median Rent
$2,674/mo
Population
45,427
College Educated
57.9%
Homeownership
47.8%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
39.8
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| Baker Junior High Baker, CA | 5.8 |
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| PATHWAY SCHOOL INC. Laguna Hills, CA | 5.9 |
| ONE WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Jose, CA | 6.0 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lancaster, CA | 6.1 |
| THE BURKARD SCHOOL San Mateo, CA | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Topanga Mountain School
What grades does Topanga Mountain School serve?
Topanga Mountain School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Topanga Mountain School?
Topanga Mountain School has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Topanga Mountain School?
The student-teacher ratio at Topanga Mountain School is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Topanga Mountain School rank in CA?
Topanga Mountain School ranks #1,207 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Topanga Mountain School's MySchoolScout rating?
Topanga Mountain School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Topanga Mountain School a private school?
Yes, Topanga Mountain 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 Topanga Mountain School a religious school?
No, Topanga Mountain School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 39
- Gender Split
- 64% M / 36% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (818) 346-8355
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