Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: 1-11
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Gardena Academy
About the School
- Gardena Academy serves 19 students in grades 1-11.
- The student:teacher of Gardena Academy is 19:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: 1-11
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Gardena Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-11
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence In Education
Student Body
Total Students
19 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
95%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.:
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Gardena Academy?
The application deadline for Gardena Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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