Very Good
#342 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 19% of private schools
Westmark School
School
5461 LOUISE AVE, Encino, CA 91316
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#342 of 1,787
In Encino
#3 of 9
public schools
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Westmark School
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About Westmark School
Westmark School is a private school in Encino, CA. Westmark School serves approximately 240 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 4.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Westmark School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #342 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 4.7:1 students to teachers, Westmark School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Westmark 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 Westmark School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Encino, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Westmark School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Academy for Enriched Sciences | 8.5 |
| Encino Charter Elementary | 7.5 |
| Emelita Street Elementary | 5.9 |
| Lanai Road Elementary | 8.5 |
| Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter | 9.1 |
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
5461 LOUISE AVE, Encino, CA 91316
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westmark School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Academy for Enriched Sciences (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AMERICAN UNIFIED SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Birmingham Community Charter High (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lake Balboa), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Encino, see our Encino schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Westmark School Encino | 0.0 mi | — |
| Academy for Enriched Sciences Encino | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| HOLY MARTYRS FERRAHIAN HIGH SCHOOL Encino | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Holy Martyrs Armenian High School–Ferrahian Encino | 0.5 mi | — |
| LN Media Academy Encino | 0.5 mi | — |
| Encino Charter Elementary Encino | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Los Encinos School Encino | 0.8 mi | — |
| LOS ENCINOS SCHOOL Encino | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE SCHOOL Encino | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Crespi Carmelite High School Encino | 0.8 mi | — |
| AMERICAN UNIFIED SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY Encino | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| ENCINO PRESBYTERIAN CHILDRENS CENTER Encino | 0.8 mi | — |
| CRESPI CARMELITE HIGH SCHOOL Encino | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Emelita Street Elementary Encino | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Warrior poets academy llc Encino | 1.0 mi | — |
| Magnolia Science Academy 2 Van Nuys | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| High Tech LA Lake Balboa | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Gan Israel Hebrew Tarzana | 1.0 mi | — |
| GAN ISRAEL PRESCHOOL Tarzana | 1.0 mi | — |
| Birmingham Community Charter High Lake Balboa | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91316 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,802
Median Home Value
$909,700
Median Rent
$2,104/mo
Population
29,246
College Educated
57.7%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
44.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MODESTO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Modesto, CA | 7.3 |
| Northwest Prep Charter Santa Rosa, CA | 7.3 |
| PASADENA WALDORF SCHOOL Altadena, CA | 7.3 |
| SPEECH & LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT CENTER Buena Park, CA | 7.3 |
| California Pacific Charter - Sonoma Costa Mesa, CA | 7.2 |
| LOS ANGELES CHEDER / BAIS TZIVIA Los Angeles, CA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westmark School
What grades does Westmark School serve?
Westmark School serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend Westmark School?
Westmark School has an enrollment of approximately 240 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westmark School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westmark School is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Westmark School rank in CA?
Westmark School ranks #342 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Westmark School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westmark School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Westmark School a private school?
Yes, Westmark 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 Westmark School a religious school?
No, Westmark School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 240
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (818) 986-5045
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