Gardena Academy

16219 S Western Avenue Gardena, CA 90247
www.forgca.com

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)

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:

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Attribute

School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-11
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
19 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
95%
State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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School Notes

  • School Motto: Excellence In Education
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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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The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles County, CA is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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