Venice High School Stem Magnet Tour for 2019-20
Compiled by Erin Hickey Pinheiro, Ledger Contributing Writer
Welcome to the 2019 Los Feliz Ledger School Guide. This annual primer for neighborhood parents is compiled using information from schools, their websites and LAUSD.net. The list consists of elementary and secondary schools in Los Feliz, Silver Lake, Eagle Rock, Echo Park, Pasadena, Glendale, and surrounding neighborhoods. Included are a diverse array of public, charter, magnet, private, and parochial schools serving grades K-12.
All tuitions listed for private schools are for the current (2019-20) academic year. The vast majority of the private schools listed offer some type of need-based financial aid—refer to each school's website for details.
Parents interested in Magnet Schools, Public School Choice and other Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) program options should visit echoices.lausd.net for more information about these schools and their application processes.
We make an effort to address a wide variety of interests and socio-economic groups in our annual guide. If you feel we have overlooked a gem of a school, feel free to reach out. As a part of the Los Feliz and larger Los Angeles community, we are proud of all our local educators and students.
Alliance Environmental Science and Technology High School
2930 Fletcher Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90065
(323) 739-0560
esathigh.org
Grades: 9-12
Student body: 523
Public or private: Public Charter
A college preparatory charter school with an emphasis on environmental stewardship, ESAT places an emphasis on experiential learning and developing the skills needed to thrive in a sustainable economy. Among other activities, the school boasts a student garden, various community partnerships and an environmental club.
Atwater S.T.E.A.M. Elementary
3271 Silver Lake Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90039
(323) 665-5941
atwater-lausd-ca.schoolloop.com
Grades: K-6
Student body: 309
Public or private: Public
Atwater Elementary students are taught a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) curriculum in tandem with the school's values of collaboration, cooperation and communication. Class projects are designed to reflect what students will encounter in college and the workforce and to teach transferrable STEAM skills that will prepare them for the 21st Century job market.
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
1610 Lake St.
Glendale, CA 91201
(818) 243-1809
gusd.net/franklin
Grades: K-6
Student body: 656
Public or private: Public
A dual-language magnet school offering immersion programs in French, Italian, Spanish, and German, Benjamin Franklin Elementary offers a multilingual and multicultural setting where students can develop their interpersonal skills. New this year is a "vertically aligned" curriculum that will ensure all students learn the same themes throughout the year, regardless of grade level. Students apply via lottery, with priority based on proximity to the school. Parents may apply online via gusdmagnetandflag.com.
Brawerman Elementary School of Wilshire Boulevard Temple
brawerman.org
Grades: K-6
Public or private: Private
Brawerman Elementary School East
3663 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(213) 835-2170
Student body: 89
Tuition: $24,050 plus school fees
Tours: October 24th, November 21st. Request a tour online.
Brawerman Elementary School West
11661 West Olympic Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(424) 208-8934
Student body: 270
Tuition: $31,150 plus school fees
Tours: November 13th. Request a tour online.
Though it started off small with only 10 students in 1999, Brawerman has now expanded to two campuses, one in Koreatown and one in West Los Angeles. The schools combine rigorous academic standards with strong Jewish values, teaching students to converse, read and write in modern Hebrew and participate in tikkun olam—acts of kindness—along with traditional academic subjects.
Briskin Elementary School
7300 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(323) 876-8330
tiohdayschool.org
Grades: K-6
Student body: 220
Public or private: Private
Tuition: Contact the school for tuition rates.
Tours: October 24th, November 14th, December 5th, January 9th. Registration required.
Formerly Temple Israel of Hollywood Day School, Briskin Elementary School is a private Jewish school committed to graduating students who are creative, grounded and confident. Informed by Jewish values and traditions and in partnership with the Temple Israel of Hollywood synagogue, Briskin strives to engage the whole child in intellectual, emotional and creative discovery. The school's curriculum includes general studies along with Hebrew and Judaic studies and the Arts.
Camelot Kids Child Development Center
2880 Rowena Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90039
(323) 662-2663
camelotkids.org
Grades: Preschool-K
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $655 – $1,565 per month
Tours: Contact the school to schedule a tour.
Camelot's curriculum fosters all areas of child development—cognitive, emotional, linguistic, physical and social—through a variety of exploration-based classes, including yoga, Spanish, Sign Language, phonics, science and music among other activities, with the goal of building confident, lifelong learners. The school makes its home in an eco-friendly building in the heart of Silver Lake.
Camino Nuevo Charter Academy
3435 W Temple St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 417-3400
caminonuevo.org
Grades: Pre-K-12
Student body: 3,500 across eight campuses
Public or private: Public
A public charter school with eight award-winning campuses, including one in Silver Lake, Camino Nuevo was founded on the principle that no two children learn the same way, and all communities deserve high-quality public education, regardless of zip code, income or ability level. Camino Nuevo students are held to high expectations, exposed to rigorous and relevant learning experiences, and given targeted support in a safe and welcoming environments, and all seniors graduate having met admissions requirements for the University of California and California State University systems.
Campbell Hall
4533 Laurel Canyon Blvd.
Studio City, CA 91607
(818) 980–7280
campbellhall.org
Grades: K-12
Student body: 1,133
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $36,240 – $42,525 with additional fees.
Tours: Tours are available throughout the fall. The Elementary Open House is scheduled for October 25th. The Secondary Open House will be held September 21st and November 2nd. RSVP via the website.
An Episcopal college preparatory school that welcomes students of all faiths, Campbell Hall focuses on spiritual as well as academic development. The school seeks to instill in its students the values of goodness, responsibility, love, respect and a sense of connectedness to something greater than themselves in addition to rigorous academics. A multi-tiered creative writing program helps students identify and develop their own ideas and voices, while experiential education programs takes learning out of the classroom and into the world.
Cathedral
1253 Bishops Rd.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(323) 225-2438
cathedralhighschool.org
Grades: 9-12
Student body: 734
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $11,355
Open House: December 8th
Cathedral is a Catholic school in the Lasallian mold, designed to help students meet the intellectual, moral and social demands of college and the workplace. Students are taught to respect their own self-worth, uniqueness and limitations, as well as those of others, to think critically and to recognize and respond with compassion to the needs of others.
Chandler School
1005 Armada Dr.
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 795-9314
chandlerschool.org
Grades: K-8
Student body: 447
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $24,705 – $25,645 with additional fees
Open House: October 19th
Pasadena private school Chandler offers small class sizes and a traditional academic environment, albeit with the benefits of 21st century technology and ideas. Their academically rigorous program is rounded out with arts, athletics and an understanding of the needs of childhood, and the school places as much value on character as on intellect.
Cheremoya Avenue Elementary
6017 Franklin Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 464-1722
cheremoya-lausd-ca.schoolloop.com
Grades: Pre K-6
Student body: 342
Public or private: Public
Cheremoya is designated as an Arts Pathway school, meaning students experience all four arts disciplines: theater, dance, visual arts and vocal music. The school's goal is to create a community where everyone participates to help students achieve their personal best and to become critical, creative thinkers.
Children's Community School
14702 Sylvan St.
Van Nuys, CA 91411
(818) 780-6226
ccsteaches.org
Grades: K-6
Student body: 120
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $29,128 plus additional fees
Tours: October 16th, October 23rd, November 14th, November 20th, December 4th, December 12th. Complete an inquiry via the website to schedule.
With the goal of preparing children to be active citizens in a democracy, Children's Community School relates every lesson to real life, with a curriculum designed to help children reach their academic potential—and eventually to shape society. Based on philosopher John Dewey's inquiry-based model of learning, CCS cultivates future leaders who can thrive in a changing world.
Citizens of the World Charter Schools
citizensoftheworld.org
Grades: K-8
Public or private: Public Charter
CWC Hollywood
1316 N. Bronson Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 464-4292
cwchollywood.org
Student body: 426
CWC Silver Lake
2515 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 760-8934
cwcsilverlake.org
Student body: 860
CWC Mar Vista
11561 Gateway Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(424) 248-0544
Student body: 596
After opening in 2010 in Hollywood, Citizens of the World (CWC) has since expanded to multiple schools in the L.A. area and Missouri. Its three L.A. campuses are located in Hollywood, Silver Lake, and Mar Vista. CWC's primary goal is to create high-achieving community-based schools that reflect the socioeconomic, racial and cultural diversity of their surroundings. Key to this goal are experiential learning activities and strong parental involvement, to help prepare students to be leaders and trailblazers. Students are enrolled via lottery, with preference given to those whose families reside within LAUSD boundaries.
Eagle Rock Elementary School
and Magnet School
2057 Fair Park Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90041
(323) 254-6851
http://eaglerockelementary.org
Grades: K-6
Student body: 158
Public or private: Public
More than a century old, Eagle Rock Elementary combines traditional academics with the arts and a social environment, through partnerships with the Museum of Contemporary Art, the Santa Cecilia Orchestra and Kids Hope, as well as by hosting weekly assemblies and community events and offering theater, visual arts, dance, music, and vocal programs. Students may also apply for the Gifted or Highly Gifted Magnets.
Elysian Heights Arts Magnet
1562 Baxter Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(323) 6656315
http://ehartsmagnet.com
Grades: K-5
Student body: 250
Public or private: Public
Open House: The school will hold a free Harvest Festival October 26th from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Built in 1915, Elysian Heights Elementary has a rich history in the Greater Echo Park area. This year, they are newly certified as an LAUSD Arts Magnet for the visual and performing arts. Through the arts, students will learn to explore multiple perspectives and methods when solving problems, and the school's academic curriculum exceeds Common Core standards.
Flintridge Preparatory Academy
4543 Crown Ave.
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
(818) 790-1178
flintridgeprep.org
Grades: 7-12
Student body: 489
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $37,000 – $37,850, inclusive of fees
Tours: Individual and group tours are held in the fall and spring on weekday mornings and afternoons between 8:20 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Call 818-790-1178 ext. 5515 to schedule. This year's Open House will be November 17th.
Though it was initially founded as a school for boys in 1933, Flintridge Prep has been co-ed since 1979. A tightknit community, Flintridge encourages students to form strong bonds and to discover and cultivate their creative and athletic gifts as well as their critical thinking and intellectual curiosity. The school boasts state-of-the art facilities, including a professional-level photography studio, a black box theater, four computer labs and extensive athletic facilities, as well as small class sizes and an 8:1 student-to-teacher ratio.
Francis Polytechnic Senior High
12431 Roscoe Blvd.
Sun Valley, CA 91352
(818) 394-3600
polyhigh.org
Grades: 9-12
Student body: 2,950
Public or private: Public
Polytechnic is a comprehensive public school offering a wide variety of courses, electives, extra-curricular activities and small learning communities. Student clubs include PYTHON coding, comic book club, and show choir, and the school also offers a Science, Math, and Tech magnet. Polytechnic provides real world learning opportunities and a safe, personalized, small-school learning environment.
Franklin Avenue Elementary School
1910 North Commonwealth Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 663-0320
franklinavees-lausd-ca.schoolloop.com
Grades: K-5
Student body: 506
Public or private: Public
A recent recipient of the California Distinguished School Award—recognizing schools for consistent academic excellence—Franklin offers a rich and rigorous curriculum with a strong emphasis on the arts. The school's long-standing partnerships with the California Science Museum and A Noise Within theater further enrich the student experience.
Friends Western School
524 East Orange Grove Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91104-4351
friendswesternschool.org/
Phone: (626) 817-2481
Grades: TK-5
Student body: 45
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $11,356 plus additional fees; siblings receive a 20% discount
Open Houses: October 1st, November 19th, January 14th and February 25th. RSVP via the website.
Friends Western is a parent-teacher run cooperative elementary school, offering a holistic Quaker education. Class sizes are small and students are encouraged to think independently, use their knowledge with creativity and compassion and become stewards of the world via service projects, community participation, and the study of other cultures. Families of any or no religion may apply.
Glendale Montessori School
413 West Doran St.
Glendale, CA 91203
(818) 240-9415
glendalemontessorischool.net
Grades: Preschool-6
Student body: 61
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $1,200-$1,400 per month, plus fees
Tours: Tours may be scheduled via the website or by calling (818) 240-9415.
Because of the unique structure of Montessori classrooms, Glendale Montessori teachers are able adjust their lessons to create the best possible experience for students based on their age, developmental stage and interests, allowing children to experience the excitement of learning. In addition to its core curriculum, the school offers special programs in Music and Spanish.
Glenfeliz Boulevard Elementary
3955 Glenfeliz Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90039
(323) 666-1431
glenfeliz.com
Grades: K-6
Student body: 313
Public or private: Public
A School for Advanced Studies in Farm to Table and Culinary Arts, Atwater Village's Glenfeliz is the first LAUSD school with such a focus. Along with traditional academics, Glenfeliz students learn to grow their own crops in campus gardens, prepare meals in custom classroom kitchens and learn to artfully plate a meal. After school programs include violin, Spanish immersion, dance and movement, engineering, robotics, art, theater, yoga, mediation, and more.
Harvard-Westlake
Harvard-Westlake Middle School
(Grades 7-9)
Student Body: 727
700 North Faring Rd.
Los Angeles, CA 90077
(310) 274-7281
Harvard-Westlake Upper School
(Grades 10-12)
Student Body: 883
3700 Coldwater Canyon
Studio City, CA 91604
(818) 980-6692
hw.com
Grades: 7-12
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $39,700 plus additional fees
Tours: Prospective students can tour during a weekday interview (applicants for 7th grade) or one of the weekend Family Visiting Days (applicants for 9th grade). The school also hosts parent coffees throughout the fall.
Created by the merger of boys' military boarding school Harvard and Westlake School for Girls, Harvard-Westlake now serves more than 1,600 students at two co-educational campuses with a focus on the pursuit of excellence, happiness and balance and a commitment to inclusion. Class sizes are small, with an 8:1 student-to-faculty ratio and students can choose from more than 300 classes and over 100 on-campus clubs and activities.
Hollywood Schoolhouse
1233 North McCadden Pl.
Los Angeles, CA 90038
(323) 465-1320
hshla.org
Grades: Pre K-6
Public or private: Private
Student Body: 310
Tuition: $19,950 – $25,950, plus fees
Tours: October 16th, October 30th, November 13th, November 20th, December 4th. Open House November 2nd RSVP online.
Hollywood Schoolhouse offers a blended program of progressive and traditional instruction, with an emphasis on community. Campus life, with its community garden, organic lunches, swim program and after school enrichment activities, encourages students to be not only academically strong, but artistically proud and socially grounded as well.
Holy Trinity Elementary School
3716 Boyce Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90039
(323) 663-2064
holytrinityla.com
Grades: TK-8
Student Body: 110
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $490 per month, plus fees, with discounts for additional students. Additionally, parents are asked to contribute 35 hours of school service per year.
A small Catholic school located in Atwater Village, Holy Trinity offers a challenging curriculum with emphasis on religion, math, and language arts. The school also offers ample opportunities for students to grow in their faith through action and service. Students in Transitional Kindergarten through grade 4 will receive STEM education, while older students may choose one elective each trimester. Enrichment programs include foreign language, yoga, dance, karate, filmmaking, and more.
Immaculate Heart Middle and High School
5515 Franklin Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 461-3651
immaculateheart.org
Grades: 6-12
Student Body: 689
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $17,650 plus fees
Tours: Tours and Shadow Visits can be arranged by contacting the Admissions Office. High School Academic Playday, November 16th. Middle School Open House, December 1st. High School Open House, December 8th.
Dedicated to developing "women of great heart and right conscience," Immaculate Heart is a Catholic college preparatory all-girls middle and high school housed on a beautifully landscaped Los Feliz campus next door to Griffith Park. Students will find a balance between rigorous academics and community-oriented fun as they grow in both intellect and morality, and will graduate with the writing, critical thinking and academic skills required to thrive in a university environment. Students of any faith are welcome.
Immaculate Heart of Mary Elementary School
1055 North Alexandria Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 663-4611
ihmla.org
Grades: K-8
Student Body: 175
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $4,180 plus fees.
Immaculate Heart of Mary integrates the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church into its curriculum and instruction, encouraging students and teachers to live out the Gospel through school and parish activities and helping students to achieve a balance of faith, character and academic excellence. Lessons are designed with a variety of approaches to allow students of all learning styles and abilities to thrive.
Ivanhoe Elementary
2828 Herkimer St.
Los Angeles, CA 90039
(323) 664-0051
ivanhoeschool.org
Grades: K-5
Student Body: 599
Public or private: Public
Silver Lake's Ivanhoe Elementary School provides a stimulating environment that emphasizes academic achievement, critical thinking and interpersonal growth through an active learning process. Bolstered by a high level of parental involvement and caring teachers, Ivanhoe's curriculum balances strong academics with the arts, physical education and the responsible use of technology.
John Marshall High School
3939 Tracy St.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 671-1400
johnmarshallhs.org
Grades: 9-12
Student Body: 1,553
Public or private: Public
You may recognize John Marshall High School, which sits on the border of Los Feliz and Silver Lake, from its star turn in the movie Grease. Or you may remember it as the high school attended by Barry Barish, who won the 2017 Nobel Prize in Physics. Its students know it best as a place to thrive, both academically and socially. The school offers myriad extracurricular activities and four special academic programs, including a Highly Gifted Magnet, Liberal Arts School, School for Advanced Studies and School for Environmental Studies.
Larchmont Charter Schools
larchmontcharter.org
Grades: K-12
Public or private: Public
Student Body: 1,424 across four campuses
Four Campuses:
Fairfax (Grades K-4)
1265 N. Fairfax St.
West Hollywood, CA 90046
(323) 656-6418
Hollygrove (Grades K-4)
815 N. El Centro Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90038
(323) 836-0860
Selma (Grades 5-6)
6611 Selma Ave.
Los Angeles 90028
(323) 871-4000
La Fayette Park Place (Grades 7-12)
2801 W. 6th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 867-6300
Larchmont Charter is a continuous K-12 program spread across four campuses. Aside from traditional academic and elective offerings, Larchmont Charter has the unique distinction of having been handpicked by famed Chez Panisse chef Alice Waters for a special Edible Schoolyard program, teaching children the ins-and-outs of farm-to-table cooking. Admission is by lottery.
Little Paws Montessori
1923 N. Wilton Pl.
Los Angeles, CA 90068
(415) 254-5422
littlepawsmontessori.com
Grades: Preschool-K
Public or private: Private
Tuition: Contact the school
Tours: Contact the school
Little Paws is a farmhouse-style preschool offering a complete Montessori program in the Franklin Village neighborhood, between Los Feliz and Hollywood. With a 1:3 teacher-student ratio, students are able to develop at their own pace with the nurturing guidance of teachers.
Los Angeles County High School for the Arts
LACHSA (Building #20)
5151 State University Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90032
(323) 343-2550
lachsa.net
Grades: 9-12
Student Body: 604
Public or private: Public
A tuition-free public school that combines college preparatory curriculum with conservatory-style training in the arts, LACHSA shares a campus with California State University Los Angeles. Students are admitted by juried audition for one of five departments: Cinematic Arts, Dance, Music (vocal/instrumental), Theatre, or Visual Arts.
Los Feliz Charter School for the Arts
2709 Media Center Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90065
(323) 539-2810
losfelizarts.org
Grades: TK-6
Student Body: 508
Public or private: Public
Tours: School tours are held October through March. Find dates and RSVP information via the website.
Los Feliz Charter School for the Arts takes a constructivist approach to learning, meaning teachers act as learning facilitators rather than simply information givers. This leads to a deeper understanding of subjects and encourages student questioning over imitation and rote memorization. Additionally, dance, music, visual arts and drama instruction are integrated into other content areas like math and language arts, enhancing the learning of all subjects.
Los Feliz STEMM Magnet
Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics & Medicine
1740 N. New Hampshire Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 663-0674
https://lfe-lausd-ca.schoolloop.com
Grades: K-6
Student Body: 460
Public or private: Public
A Los Angeles Unified School District certified STEM school, Los Feliz STEMM Magnet—the additional "M" is for Medicine—prepares students from a young age for careers in scientific, technological and engineering fields. The school additionally adheres to the education standards set by the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) and is a member of Project Lead the Way, a nonprofit organization that teaches in-demand skills through real-world challenges.
Loyola High School
1901 Venice Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 381-5121
loyolahs.edu
Grades: 9-12
Student Body: 1,242
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $21,060 plus fees
Tours: 8th Grade Visitors' Day is November 11th from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Register via the website. An Open House is scheduled for October 27th from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
An all-male Catholic college preparatory high school run by the Society of Jesuits, Loyola's mission is to provide a quality and affordable education with rigorous academics and a focus on community service in a socially, economically and ethnically diverse environment. Loyola aims to "prepare young men to create a world of justice, peace, truth and love" and to "inspire students to become men of faith, scholarship, service and leadership."
Lycee International of Los Angeles (LILA)
lilaschool.com
Grades: Preschool-12
Student Body: 1,128 across five campuses
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $19,175 – $23,600 plus fees
Tours: Visit the school's website to book a tour.
Los Feliz
4155 Russell Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 665-4526
Grades: Preschool-5
Pasadena
30 N. Marion Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91106
(626) 793-0943
Grades: Preschool-5
Burbank
1105 W. Riverside Dr.
Burbank, CA 91506
(818) 900-1895
Grades: 6-12
A nonprofit independent school, LILA provides students with an academically challenging bilingual education in French and English. Students are taught a bilingual program from preschool through 12th grade, learning to read, write and speak in both French and English by the end of their elementary education. LILA's academics satisfy both California's Common Core standards and the French Ministry of Education's requirements.
Marlborough School
250 South Rossmore Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90004
(323) 935-1147
marlboroughschool.org
Grades: 7-12
Student Body: 533
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $42,900 plus fees
Tours: Grade 7-8 Open House takes place October 19th from 9 a.m. to noon. Grades 9-11 Open House is November 13th from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. RSVP via the website. Shadow days are available November through February by reservation.
Founded in 1889, Hancock Park's Marlborough School is the oldest independent girls' school in Southern California. A college preparatory school, Marlborough was built on the philosophy that academic excellence, leadership skills and confidence thrive in an all-girls environment. In addition to standard college prep academics, Marlborough offers several electives, including entrepreneurship and robotics, among others, to prepare its students for careers that may not yet exist.
Marymount High School
10643 Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90077
(310) 472-1205
mhs-la.org
Grades: 9-12
Student Body: 373
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $36,930 – $37,530, plus additional fees.
Tours: Meet Marymount events are held throughout the fall. An Open House is scheduled for Sunday, November 17th. Register for both via the website.
A college preparatory Catholic all-girls school open to young women of all faiths, Marymount combines a long tradition of academic excellence with regular student Liturgies and Masses, four years of Theology education and community service. Marymount's well-resourced program includes an 8:1 student teacher ratio and a vast array of arts, elective, athletics and internship opportunities.
Mayberry Street Elementary School
2414 Mayberry St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 413-3420
mayberrystreetelementaryschool.org
Grades: TK-6
Student Body: 295
Public or private: Public
Tours: Tours are held every Thursday. Call to schedule.
Located on the border of Silver Lake and Echo Park, Mayberry is a Communication Arts magnet, teaching the principles of journalism, radio-television broadcasting, theater, advertising and computer technologies among other areas of study. Mayberry additionally offers a Dual Language Spanish Immersion program, teaching grade level lessons in both Spanish and English to increase student understanding and help develop fluency in both languages.
Mayfield Junior School of the Holy Child Jesus
405 South Euclid Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 796-2774
mayfieldjs.org
Grades: K-8
Public or private: Private
Student body: 515
Tuition: $23,403 – $23,571 plus fees
Tours: Tours are available the mornings of October 17th, November 7th, December 4th, and January 9th. Middle School Information Night is November 20th. Reservations required.
Located in Pasadena, Mayfield is a private Catholic coeducational school, serving students from kindergarten through middle school. Founded in 1931, the school's motto is "actions not words." Mayfield adheres to an educational philosophy based on trust and reverence for the dignity of every person and aims to develop the "whole child" as a spiritual, intellectual, creative and athletic person.
Micheltorena Street Elementary School
1511 Micheltorena St.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(323) 661-2125
micheltorena.org
Grades: Pre K-6
Student body: 391
Public or private: Public
Tours: Tours October 11th and October 24th. Sign up on the website.
Micheltorena offers several specialty programs in addition to traditional academics, including an English/Spanish Dual Language program, where instruction in all subjects alternates between both languages. The school also has a community garden, with paired instruction and participates in the Dovetail social emotional teaching and learning curriculum.
New Covenant Academy
3119 West 6th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90020
(213) 487-5437
e-nca.org
Grades: K-12
Student body: 170
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $12,890 – $15,490 for students within the U.S., with sibling discounts available; $20,500 – $22,500 for international students. Additional fees apply. 8-week Summer School is provided for free to all enrolled students.
Tour: Contact the school to arrange a campus visit.
New Covenant is a fully accredited coeducational, college preparatory Christian school, combining a challenging curriculum with a safe and nurturing environment, technology, data-driven instruction, small class sizes and highly effective and passionate teachers. A nonprofit Christian ministry, New Covenant students produce achievement results comparable to schools with two to four times the tuition and fees. While the school is highly selective, each applicant is evaluated holistically by admissions officers, rather than on academic performance alone.
Notre Dame High School
13645 Riverside Dr.
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
(818) 933-3600
ndhs.org
Grades: 9-12
Student body: 1,230
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $18,300 plus additional fees.
Tour: An 8th Grade Visit Day will be held November 22nd (all other visit dates were full at press time). An Open House is scheduled for November 17th. Register online.
A private coeducational college preparatory Catholic school, Notre Dame offers a rigorous curriculum focused on the development of students as learners and as ethical people of service. Strong parent involvement is expected, and the school seeks to foster student accountability and responsibility. In addition to traditional academics, students will also receive four years of Theology classes.
The Oaks School
6817 Franklin Ave.
Hollywood, CA 90028
(323) 850-3755
oaksschool.org
Grades: K-6
Student body: 158
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $28,612 plus additional fees
Tours: October 10th, 16th, 24th and 30th; November 6th, 14th and 20th at 9:30 a.m. Open House: December 10th at 6:30 p.m. Reservations required.
A progressive private school located in the heart of Hollywood, the Oaks seeks to balance inquiry, creativity and wonder in the classroom through a child-centered constructivist-based approach to learning. Students are empowered to shape their own learning as they develop critical thinking and cognitive skills, explore multiple perspectives and construct personal meaning. Community activities and strong parental involvement encourage a spirit of togetherness and an environment of kindness, respect and inclusivity.
Oakwood School
oakwoodschool.org
Grades: K-12
Student body: 796
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $35,650 – $41,800 plus additional fees.
Tours: Prospective Parent events are held throughout the fall. Fill out an online inquiry to attend.
Oakwood Elementary School
11230 Moorpark St.
North Hollywood, CA 91602
(818) 732-3500
Oakwood Secondary School
11600 Magnolia Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
(818) 732-3000
Oakwood cultivates an environment where students feel safe asking questions and taking risks and where diversity in culture, opinion and learning style is valued. All students are active participants in school life, and regular "Town Meetings" at the secondary school level offer an open microphone to anyone who wishes to speak or share. Oakwood's academics are rich in the arts, sciences and humanities and are designed to challenge students' creative and intellectual capacities.
Our Mother of Good Counsel School
4622 Ambrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 664-2131
omgcschool.org
Grades: TK-8
Student body: 139
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $6,168 plus fees
Tours: Call the school or email principal@omgcschool.org to arrange a tour.
A coeducational Catholic elementary and middle school in the heart of Los Feliz, OMGC adheres to the state's Common Core educational standards. The school's mission is to promote the growth of faith in Christ, academic excellence and responsible citizenship. Its highly involved student and parent body, along with several fun academic and religious activities help students to develop camaraderie and a feeling of belonging. Additionally, the school offers a buddy program—pairing younger students with an older "buddy" who help them with reading, math, art and social skills—and an on-campus counselor who works regularly with each and every student on a rotating basis.
Pasadena Waldorf
pasadenawaldorf.org
Grades: Preschool-12
Student body: 260
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $13,730 – $26,759 plus additional fees.
Tours: Contact the school to book a tour.
Lower School:
209 E. Mariposa St.
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 794-9564
High School:
536 E Mendocino St.
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 204-0786
As the name implies, Pasadena Waldorf adheres to the Waldorf philosophy of education. Waldorf schools integrate the arts and tactile experiences in all academic disciplines from preschool through 12th grade to enhance learning. Waldorf schools are additionally based on a philosophy that testing is not the best measure of student success and that lessons should be developmentally appropriate. A Waldorf teacher typically remains with the same class for five to eight years, creating a long-term student teacher relationship and allowing for an accurate assessment of each students individual needs and learning style.
Pilgrim School
540 South Commonwealth Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90020
(213) 385-7351
pilgrim-school.org
Grades: Pre-K-12
Student body: 423
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $24,325 – $36,730, plus additional fees
Tours: An Open House will be held on November 9th. Register online. Sign up for a tour of the school online.
An independent coeducational college preparatory school, Pilgrim is a "city school," meaning academic skills are applied to real-world challenges and the cultural richness of Los Angeles is interwoven into the school's academics through extensive field trips, including to the Natural History Museum, the Walt Disney Concert Hall, Venice Beach, The Museum of Tolerance, the Los Angeles Zoo and several other cultural landmarks. Pilgrim's stated mission is to nurture the mind, spirit and moral awareness of each student.
Ramon C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts
450 N. Grand Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 217-8600
central-lausd-ca.schoolloop.com
Grades: 9-12
Student body: 1,459
Public or private: Public
Tours: Call the school for a tour schedule.
Located steps away from downtown's Walt Disney Concert Hall, Music Center, Museum of Contemporary Art and The Broad, Cortines School (known colloquially as "Grand Arts") offers a four-year conservatory experience along with traditional high school courses. Its 9.8 acre campus features a 927-seat professional concert hall, a 250-seat black box theater, photography and broadcast studios, four dance studios and several computer and science labs. Students are admitted by lottery. Though Grand Arts is a LAUSD Belmont Zone of Choice school, students from outside that zone are welcome to apply.
Renaissance Arts Academy
2558 N. San Fernando Rd.
Los Angeles, CA 90065
(323) 259-5700
renarts.org
Grades: TK-12
Student body: 357
Public or private: Public Charter
Tours: Informational meetings are scheduled for February 6th, March 4th, April 14th and April 23rd.
RenArts uses the disciplines of music and dance as entry points into core curriculum academics, enhancing understanding and communication for all students—especially those who may not thrive in a traditional school setting. High-level performing arts training complements intellectual challenges, creating a learning experience full of depth and complexity. Admissions preference goes to those who live in the district, though students outside the district are welcome to apply. If the number of applicants exceeds capacity, students will be chosen via lottery.
Ribét Academy
2911 N San Fernando Rd.
Los Angeles, CA 90065
(323) 344-4330
ribetacademy.com
Grades: Pre K-12
Student body: 387
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $10,400-$31,400, plus additional fees
Tours: Contact the admissions office.
A nondenominational private school open to both local and international students, Ribét boasts a 100% college acceptance rate. Its 9-acre campus is home to Southern California's largest marine biology lab, along with a courtroom, weight room, organic garden, 99-seat theater, art studios, photography studio, orchestra and dance studios.
Robert A. Millikan Middle School
5041 Sunnyslope Ave.
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
(818) 528-1600
millikanmiddleschool.org
Grades: 6-8
Student body: 2,061
Public or private: Public Charter
Tours: Sign up for tours on the school website.
A public charter school and Performing Arts Magnet, Millikan offers advanced electives along with traditional academics. Other programs include a three-year Cinematic Arts Academy, a three-year Math Academy and a new Social and Gender Equity Magnet.
Segray
segray.com
Grades: Preschool – K
Public or private: Private
Tuition: Contact the school for tuition rates.
Tours: Visit the school's website to book a tour.
Atwater Village
3201 La Clede Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90039
(323) 953-4878
Eagle Rock
4475 Eagle Rock Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90041
(323) 507-2640
Segray offers a loving and nurturing environment where children blossom and discover a love for learning at a pace that's right for them. The school takes advantage of Los Angeles' year-round pleasant weather, using an outdoor classroom much of the time—though indoor classrooms are also used for some activities and on rainy days. Segray incorporates STEM education into its curriculum, as well as art, music, dance, Spanish, gardening and yoga. Children do not have to be potty trained to enroll.
St. Brendan Catholic School
238 S. Manhattan Pl.
Los Angeles, CA 90004
(213) 382-7401
adla.schoolspeak.com/schools/stbrendanschoolLA
Grades: K-8
Student body: 308
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $683 per month for parishioners or $880 per month for non-parishioners, plus fees. Sibling discounts available.
Tours: Tours take place the second Thursday of each month from September to March. Call the school to make an appointment.
A Catholic school under the supervision of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, St. Brendan provides an academic environment conducive to the development of "gospel values" and Christian community. St. Brendan's students will learn lifelong skills of creativity, collaboration, critical thinking and problem solving along with traditional academics. Students are encouraged to join clubs and extracurricular activities—some on offer are chess, cooking, gymnastics, LEGO Robotics and a range of sports teams.
St. Francis of Assisi School
1550 Maltman Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(323) 665-3601
stfrancisla.com
Grades: TK-8
Student body: 351
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $3,605 per year with additional fees. Sibling discounts available.
Saint Francis of Assisi is a Catholic coeducational elementary and middle school located in Silver Lake, though students commute from all over L.A. County. The school adheres to the state's Common Core standards and employs a STEM learning model paired with a holistic Catholic education to help children explore their unique God-given gifts and talents.
St. James' Episcopal Day School
625 South St. Andrews Pl.
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(213) 382-2315
sjsla.org
Grades: Pre-K-6
Student body: 368
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $19,530 – $27,170 plus additional fees
Tours: Preschool open houses will be held October 5th and 19th; Kindergarten Open House is November 16th; K-6th Information Day is December 7th. Registration required.
At St. James, teachers pay attention to the needs of each individual child, striving to instill the values of intellectual curiosity, compassion and respect in a diverse, joyful and inclusive environment. The school employs a Learning Specialist, who collaborates with teachers to create small-group interventions and individualized learning strategies. Students also receive religious instruction and attend weekly chapel services.
St. Teresa of Avila School
2215 Fargo St.
Los Angeles, CA 90039
(323) 662-3777
stapanthers.org
Grades: TK-8
Student body: 184
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $365 per month last school year—tuition prices for the upcoming school year were not available at press time.
Tours: School tours are available upon request throughout the year. Open houses are held in January.
A Catholic school in Silver Lake, St. Teresa places a high priority on students' formation of faith, as well as their academics. The school offers more instructional days per school year than other schools, providing an increased amount of learning time, and values of family, hard work and community service are emphasized. Priority admission is given to members of the St. Teresa of Avila parish, but non-Catholic families are also welcome to apply.
Sequoyah School
sequoyahschool.org
Grades: K-12
Student body: 384
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $28,250 – $32,300 top tuition, plus additional fees. In lieu of financial aid, Sequoyah offers indexed tuition based on income. Tuition rates shown are the highest a family would pay. Lower rates are available by request based on a family's unique financial situation.
Tours: K-1 Preview and Tour events are scheduled for October 24th, November 7th and January 9th; K-8 Preview and Tour events are November 14th and December 12th; K-8 Meet and Greet (adults only) events are November 21st and January 16th. Reservations required.
Elementary and Junior High
535 S. Pasadena Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 795-4351
High School
301 N Orange Grove Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 441-2076
A non-profit, independent school, Sequoyah offers a progressive hands-on education. Students in kindergarten through 8th grade are divided into multi-age classrooms, while High school students complete college-prep curriculum and participate in a junior year social impact project and a senior internship. After school activities include several sports, as well as woodworking, cooking, yoga, robotics and movie making courses among others.
Sotomayor Arts and Sciences Magnet
2050 San Fernando Rd.
Los Angeles, CA 90065
(323) 276-5500
sotomayor.la
Grades: 6-12
Student body: 721
Public or private: Public
A STEAM magnet, Sotomayor uses a multi-disciplinary approach that integrates project-based learning in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics and Humanities. Students follow career-themed pathways to prepare them for fields in the arts or environmental sciences, allowing them to be workforce ready and to succeed in college, career and life. Career pathway options include Agriculture, Stage Tech, Performing Arts, Photovoltaics (solar power) and Visual Arts.
Stratford School
stratfordschools.com
Grades: Preschool–8th
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $16,260 – $28,460, depending on campus and grade level
Tours: Personalized tours are offered throughout the year. Call the school to schedule.
Los Angeles Melrose (Preschool-8)
1200 North Cahuenga Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90038
(323) 962-3075
West Los Angeles (Preschool-K)
2000 Stoner Ave.,
Los Angeles, CA 90025
(424) 293-2783
Altadena (Preschool-1)
2046 Allen Ave
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 794-1000
Stratford's rigorous academics are augmented with a campus culture of connection, care and openness. In addition to STEM skills, Stratford students learn life and career skills as well, and teachers evaluate students individually, both academically and in non-cognitive and non-academic ways. The school emphasizes critical thinking, problem solving, creativity and innovation and encourages students to ask the right questions, rather than just focusing on the right answer.
Third Street Elementary School
201 South June St.
Los Angeles, CA 90004
(323) 939-8337
thirdstreetschool.com
Grades: TK-5
Student body: 715
Public or private: Public
With average test scores far above the state average, Third Street is a well-respected public elementary school with both a School for Advanced Studies program and a Korean/English dual-language program. Students from within the LAUSD-defined attendance area are accepted, though students from outside the boundaries may apply to the dual-language program if no such program is offered in their area. The school also offers a state-of-the-art technology lab, and arts programs including orchestra for grades 4 and 5.
Thomas Starr King Middle School
4201 Fountain Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 644-6700
kingms.org
Grades: 6-8
Student body: 1,931
Public or private: Public
Tours: Visit the school's website to sign up.
An all-magnet school consisting of a Gifted/High Ability Arts & Technology Magnet, an Environmental STEAM Magnet, and a Film & Media Magnet, King strives to engage its students academically and creatively and to cultivate their curiosity and compassion. Bordering Los Feliz and Silver Lake, the school has a diverse student body, speaking more than 30 languages and hailing from over 40 countries.
Turning Point School
8780 National Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 841-2505
turningpointschool.org
Grades: Preschool-8
Student body: 340
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $28,579 – $36,330 with additional fees
Tours: Tours are available throughout the fall. Inquire online.
Brain research shows that early childhood and adolescence are the two most critical periods of cognitive, emotional and social growth, and Turning Point's research-based curriculum is designed with that in mind. The school prizes academic excellence as well as student happiness—achieved through the frequent exercise of each student's personal strengths.
Walden School
74 S. San Gabriel Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 792-6166
waldenschool.net
Grades: Pre-K-6
Student body: 216
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $21,700 – $22,580, inclusive of all materials, books and field trips, plus a one-time $500 new student fee.
Tours: Tours are available on select Wednesday mornings from mid-October through January. RSVP via the website.
An accredited, progressive independent elementary school, Walden takes a whole child approach to education, encouraging Socratic Discussion and child-led inquiry to foster critical thinking skills, confidence, responsibility and self-direction. The school promotes positive conflict resolution skills and provides a personalized, developmentally appropriate program and teaches students to be stewards of their communities and the world at large.
The Waverly School
(626) 792-5940
thewaverlyschool.org
Elementary School
67 West Bellevue Dr.
Pasadena, CA 91105
Middle School
120 Waverly Drive
Pasadena, California 91105
High School
108 Waverly Dr.
Pasadena, CA 91105
Grades: Pre-K-12
Student body: 312
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $16,200 – $28,900, inclusive of textbooks and educational fees. Additional administrative fees apply.
Tours: Separate tours are held for preschool, elementary, middle and high school and run October through January. Register on the school website.
A small progressive school in Pasadena, Waverly has three separate campuses and a one-acre organic farm all within walking distance of each other. The school takes inspiration from the educational principles put forward by Jean Piaget and John Dewey, who believed students who take an active role in their education learn best. The Waverly Farm acts as an additional "outdoor classroom," where students learn math by calculating crop yields, language arts by writing observations on nature and get exercise through games.
Weizmann Day School
1434 N. Altadena Drive
Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 797-0204
weizmann.net
Grades: TK – 8th
Student Body: 29
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $18,428 – $20,979, with significant tuition assistance available.
Tours: Contact the school. Open Houses will be held November 21st and January 16th.
Weizmann provides a rigorous, enriching education, rooted in Jewish traditions and values. The school's curriculum fosters critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, character, and compassion, and they offer second language acquisition beginning in Kindergarten via Hebrew immersion classes. Weizmann's small size makes for a close-knit community where everyone knows each other, where each child's individual needs are addressed and where students feel loved and cared for.
Westridge School
324 Madeline Dr.
Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 799-1153
westridge.org
Grades: 4-12
Student body: 500
Public or private: Private
Tuition: $29,110 – $37,750 plus fees.
Tours: An Open House for grades 4-8 is scheduled for October 26th, and for grades 9-10 on November 16th. Morning Meet-and-Greets and After School Tours are hosted throughout the fall. Register via the website.
A college preparatory all-girls private school, Westridge makes learning challenging and fun, through top-notch academics as well as personal development. The school promotes a culture of collaboration rather than competition, offers an expansive STEAM program and schedules time for students to interact with teachers outside of class.
Wilton Place Elementary School
745 S. Wilton Pl.
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(213) 389-1181
https://wiltonplacees-lausd-ca.schoolloop.com
Grades: K-5
Public or private: Public
Student Body: 720
A California Distinguished School and Title I Academic Achievement School in Koreatown, Wilton Place offers dual-language programs in both Korean/English and Spanish/English and is designated as a School for Advanced Studies. The school additionally offers dance, drama, orchestra, and visual arts alongside multicultural celebrations throughout the school year. Their motto is "Teach, Challenge and Inspire."
Venice High School Stem Magnet Tour for 2019-20
Source: https://www.losfelizledger.com/2019-school-guide/