Harvard-westlake (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Harvard–westlake in Los Angeles, CA, offers co–ed education for grades 7 through 12, enrolling 1,616 students in a nonsectarian, city–based school environment.
Founded in 1900, the school has a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 supported by 199 teaching staff members.
The student body includes 50.19% students of color, reflecting a diverse population within this Los Angeles secondary private school.
Annual tuition is $52,500, above the local average for high school private education in Los Angeles.
Harvard–westlake is a member of the Institute for Independent Education and the National Independent Private Schools Association, located in the Holmby Hills neighborhood.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: 7-12
Enrollment: 1,616 students
Yearly Tuition: $52,500
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Harvard-westlake ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 7-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Harvard-westlake
7	223
8	222
9	296
10	297
11	293
12	285

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Year Founded

1900

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Student Body

Total Students

1,616 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

50%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

199 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 11:1

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Institute for Independent Education (PVSR legacy category)
National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$52,500

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Sports

Colors

White, Black, Red

School Mascot

Wolverines

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Harvard-westlake cost?

Harvard-westlake's tuition is approximately $52,500 for private students.

What is Harvard-westlake's ranking?

Harvard-westlake ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Harvard-westlake?

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

In what neighborhood is Harvard-westlake located?

Harvard-westlake is located in the Holmby Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Los Angeles, CA is $18,977 for elementary schools and $25,489 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles, CA is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).