Windward School

Windward is a dynamic a college-preparatory school that challenges each student to achieve academic excellence in a nurturing, inclusive community.
Windward teachers, parents, and administrators work together to inspire our students to be responsible, caring, well informed, ethical, prepared, and balanced young adults.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 550 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $42,580
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 6
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

Student Body

Total Students
550 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Windward School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
84%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
22 courses
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Dec. 6
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Sharon Pearline
Admissions Associate
Lisa Walker

Sports

School Notes

  • Our goals are to create a balanced college-preparatory program within a caring environment; complementing strong academic preparation with the development of ethics, character, and strong interpersonal skills; maintaining small classes and accessible faculty members, alumni, and friends to promote a strong sense of community; developing innovative programs, challenging course work, and dynamic co-curricular activities that meet the needs of our students; having faculty members and staff well trained, supervised, highly motivated, and sharing our vision; creating a welcoming community that embraces diversity and encourages students to develop a sophisticated understanding of the world they will inherit; and providing facilities and resources to create the strongest educational setting for optimal student learning.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Windward School cost?
Windward School's tuition is approximately $42,580 for private students.
What sports does Windward School offer?
Windward School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Fencing, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. Windward School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is Windward School's ranking?
Windward School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Windward School?
The application deadline for Windward School is Dec. 6.
What neighborhood is Windward School located?
Windward School is located in the Mar Vista neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 550 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $42,580
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 6
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Los Angeles, CA is $17,072 for elementary schools and $23,342 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles, CA is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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