Chandler School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 327 students
Yearly Tuition: $31,775
Application Deadline: Dec. 10 / Jan. 7
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Chandler School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Chandler School
Kind	40
1	45
2	41
3	46
4	40
6	60
7	55

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Year Founded

1950

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

327 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

64%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

53 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Dec. 10 / Jan. 7

Yearly Tuition Cost

$31,775

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Tuition Notes

Please visit our website at chandlerschool.org for information about the application process, tuition & fees and financial aid.

Admissions Director

Gretchen Lurie

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

ChessDebate and Speech

Arts and Music Programs:

Dramatic ArtsHonors Art Society

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Intramurals

School Notes

The mission of the Chandler School is to provide each student with the highest quality and most academically challenging education in a nurturing, balanced and diverse environment.
We strive to have our students gain a love of learning, a means of thinking independently and an ability to work collaboratively.

School Motto: 'Caring, Challenging and Committed'

The mission of the Chandler School is to provide each student with the highest quality and most academically challenging education in a nurturing, balanced and diverse environment. We strive to have our students gain a love of learning, a means of thinking independently and an ability to work collaboratively. A Chandler education seeks to develop good character, self- reliance and a commitment to community in students as a foundation for academic and personal success. Our goals are to uphold the Chandler tradition of academic excellence and intellectual discipline in a program that develops the mind, body and spirit; to promote respect, trustworthiness, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship, which are the core values of our school community; to foster an educational environment that values and communicates respect for racial, religious, cultural and economic differences; and to serve the greater community, in recognition that as much is given to us, much is expected from us.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Chandler School cost?

Chandler School's tuition is approximately $31,775 for private students.

What schools are Chandler School often compared to?

Chandler School is often viewed alongside schools like Polytechnic School, High Point Academy by visitors of our site.

What sports does Chandler School offer?

Chandler School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Diving, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Chandler School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.

What is Chandler School's ranking?

Chandler School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Chandler School?

The application deadline for Chandler School is Dec. 10 / Jan. 7.

In what neighborhood is Chandler School located?

Chandler School is located in the North Arroyo neighborhood of Pasadena, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in North Arroyo.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 8/9/2019

Chandler is one of the top K-8 schools in California, with a well-deserved reputation for academic excellence. The program is outstanding and the students are bright, motivated, hard-working, and talented, yet the community is down to earth and humble. Parents volunteer a ton of hours (by choice - there is no requirement to volunteer) at this school, and are committed to the community. Teachers are professional and serious about their craft. They aim to inspire as well as teach, and they connect with many different types of students and work with parents. The opportunities are also quite amazing in art, PE and sports, music, community service, and debate (middle school). Graduates of the school go on to top area high schools and are extremely well prepared, not only in the classroom but as caring and compassionate and well-rounded people.

- Posted by Parent - Erin

5 5/17/2016

Chandler provides the perfect amount of academic rigor to challenge young minds and prepare them for the year(s) ahead. They offer immersive programming that integrates multiple subjects and team work. The lower school and the middle school leaders and teachers collaborate to make sure 5th graders are ready for middle school and beyond. Chandler has a multitude of sports teams and offers exposure to a much larger variety of sports during the lower school years. Chandler also has amazing art and music teachers who engage the creative sides of our children's brains. The facility is incredible, the community of parents is fantastic and my kids look forward to every school day with a smile on their faces. Thank you Chandler!

- Posted by Parent - Chris

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The average private school tuition in Pasadena, CA is $22,887 for elementary schools and $37,179 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Pasadena, CA is 73% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).