Excellent

#75 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Top 4% of private schools

Westridge School for Girls

School

324 MADELINE DR, Pasadena, CA 91105

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

539

Student-Teacher

7.9:1

Score

8.1

Grades

4th – 12th

Enrollment

539

Student-Teacher

7.9:1

Score

8.1

Grades

4th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#75 of 1,787

In Pasadena

#4 of 21

public schools

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About Westridge School for Girls

Westridge School for Girls is a private school in Pasadena, CA. Westridge School for Girls serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Westridge School for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #75 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares1.8 pts above CA schools

8.1

This school 8.1 · Excellent
CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Westridge School for Girls sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Westridge School for Girls 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.

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How Westridge School for Girls compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Pasadena, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

7.9:1

This School

22.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

539

This School

709

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

8.1

This School

6.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 30.4% vs 0%

White 28.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 15.8% vs 0%

Black 3.5% vs 0%

Westridge School for Girls Pasadena Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Westridge School for Girls (this school)	—	539	7.9:1	8.1
Blair High	0.7 mi	1,055	18.2:1	7.2
San Rafael Elementary	1.1 mi	393	24.6:1	8.3
McKinley	1.5 mi	616	22.8:1	3.8
Rose City High (Continuation)	1.6 mi	165	16.5:1	6.0
Madison Elementary	2.4 mi	409	27.3:1	4.4
Alma Fuerte Public	3.0 mi	185	20.6:1	7.6
Hamilton Elementary	3.0 mi	504	25.2:1	7.7
Washington Elementary STEM Magnet	3.1 mi	433	24.1:1	5.0
Octavia E. Butler Magnet	3.1 mi	519	19.2:1	6.8
Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary	3.3 mi	547	23.8:1	6.8
John Muir High	3.5 mi	1,133	22.2:1	6.9
Marshall Fundamental	3.6 mi	1,848	23.1:1	7.9
Learning Works	4.0 mi	186	26.6:1	4.1
Norma Coombs Elementary	4.1 mi	334	23.9:1	5.1
Webster Elementary	4.1 mi	294	22.6:1	5.3
Options For Youth - Duarte Inc	4.4 mi	3,385	29.4:1	2.6
Willard Elementary	4.4 mi	417	21.9:1	5.2
Pasadena High	4.4 mi	1,355	18.3:1	8.0
CIS Academy	4.4 mi	235	14.7:1	7.7
Field (Eugene) Elementary	5.2 mi	471	26.2:1	9.3

Showing 20 of 21 schools. View all schools in Pasadena

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

A- 8.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.9:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.1 / 10

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School Day Length 7.3 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,277.5

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 75%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 5.9 / 10

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Enrollment 539

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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)

Asian 30.4%

White 28.9%

Two or More 21.3%

Hispanic 15.8%

Black 3.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

324 MADELINE DR, Pasadena, CA 91105

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westridge School for Girls may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE WAVERLY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is SEQUOYAH (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, IRL - WESTMORELAND ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby South Pasadena), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pasadena, see our Pasadena schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Westridge School for Girls Pasadena	0.1 mi	550	—
MAYFIELD SENIOR SCHOOL Pasadena	0.3 mi	329	7.3
Mayfield Senior School Pasadena	0.3 mi	310	—
SEQUOYAH Pasadena	0.6 mi	387	7.0
Sequoyah School Pasadena	0.7 mi	451	—
IRL - WESTMORELAND ACADEMY South Pasadena	0.7 mi	95	6.9
Blair High Pasadena	0.7 mi	1,055	7.2
THE WAVERLY SCHOOL Pasadena	0.8 mi	321	7.4
MARANATHA HIGH SCHOOL Pasadena	1.0 mi	530	7.0
Maranatha High School Pasadena	1.1 mi	554	—
ST JAMES PARISH DAY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN South Pasadena	1.1 mi	8	—
Arroyo Vista Elementary South Pasadena	1.1 mi	698	8.3
San Pascual Elem Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math (STEAM) Magnet Los Angeles	1.0 mi	235	8.5
San Rafael Elementary Pasadena	1.1 mi	393	8.3
MAYFIELD JUNIOR SCHOOL Pasadena	1.1 mi	516	5.7
South Pasadena Senior High South Pasadena	1.3 mi	1,494	8.2
Mayfield Junior School Pasadena	1.1 mi	547	—
HILLSIDES EDUCATION CENTER Pasadena	1.1 mi	33	5.4
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL South Pasadena	1.3 mi	305	5.3
South Pasadena Middle South Pasadena	1.4 mi	1,099	9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$156,835

Median Home Value

$1,615,700

Median Rent

$2,988/mo

Population

12,546

College Educated

73.3%

Homeownership

53.2%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

47.5

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Lifeline Education Charter Compton, CA	691	8.0
Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana Santa Ana, CA	504	8.0
PILGRIM SCHOOL Los Angeles, CA	328	8.2
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westridge School for Girls

What grades does Westridge School for Girls serve?

Westridge School for Girls serves students in grades 4th through 12th.

How many students attend Westridge School for Girls?

Westridge School for Girls has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westridge School for Girls?

The student-teacher ratio at Westridge School for Girls is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Westridge School for Girls rank in CA?

Westridge School for Girls ranks #75 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Westridge School for Girls's MySchoolScout rating?

Westridge School for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Westridge School for Girls a private school?

Yes, Westridge School for Girls is a private all-girls 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 Westridge School for Girls a religious school?

No, Westridge School for Girls is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 52 Good Transit
Bike Score: 64 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 4th – 12th
Enrollment: 539
Gender Split: 0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 7.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 68
Type: private
Coed Status: all-girls
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7.3 hours
Days Per Year: 175 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Los Angeles County
Phone: (626) 993-2256

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