Playhouse School (2026-27 Profile)

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Playhouse School

18213 Prairie Avenue Torrance, CA 90504

Tel: (310) 371-1231

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: Prekindergarten-1
Enrollment: 130 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: Prekindergarten-1
Enrollment: 130 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

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School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-1

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Playhouse School
Nursery	36
Pre-K	54
Kind	30
1	10

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Year Founded

1971

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

130 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.:

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

School Notes

Playhouse offers both kindergarten and first grade plus summer camp in a year-round calendar in addition to pre-school and pre-kindergarten.

Offering full school days for pre-school through Grade 1.

Call for information or enrollment: 310/371-1231 or e-mail [email protected]

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Playhouse School often compared to?

Playhouse School is often viewed alongside schools like North Torrance Preschool by visitors of our site.

When is the application deadline for Playhouse School?

The application deadline for Playhouse School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Playhouse School located?

Playhouse School is located in the Northwest Torrance neighborhood of Torrance, CA. There are 3 other private schools located in Northwest Torrance.

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The average private school tuition in Los Angeles County, CA is $18,294 for elementary schools and $23,987 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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