A Blended Learning School featuring a Blended Learning partnership with the Loyola Marymount University School of Education.
98% of our students graduate from high school and 95% go on to college.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Holy Name Of Jesus School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Most learning levels
Year Founded
1924
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
145 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
95%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- For over 90 years Holy Name of Jesus School has worked diligently to reduce the inequity in educational opportunities for economically disadvantaged children here in South Los Angeles. We are led by our vision to be a world class Catholic learning institution, recognized as a model for quality education.Our mission is to educate children in a safe, Christian-supportive environment, so they can become academically competent, active life-long learners and productive individuals in contemporary society.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holy Name Of Jesus School's ranking?
Holy Name Of Jesus School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Holy Name Of Jesus School?
The application deadline for Holy Name Of Jesus School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Holy Name Of Jesus School located?
Holy Name Of Jesus School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 49 other private schools located in South Los Angeles.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Holy Name Of Jesus School is Al Madinah School (1.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Cheerful Helpers Therapeutic School (0.1 miles away)
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Miles
Quick Facts
Cheerful Helpers Therapeutic School ![Cheerful Helpers Therapeutic School Photo - Kindergarten / 1st Grade classroom]( "Cheerful Helpers Therapeutic School Photo - Kindergarten / 1st Grade classroom")
Special Education School
1986 W. Jefferson
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(213) 387-7252
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(213) 387-7252
0.1 miles
Gr: NS-1 | 12 students Avg. class size: 6 students Tuition listed
Just Beginning- Inc.
Daycare / Preschool
1712 W Jefferson Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 733-8010
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 733-8010
0.4 miles
Gr: NS-K | 65 students
Creative Learning Academy Inc
Daycare / Preschool
1718 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90062
(323) 294-1444
Los Angeles, CA 90062
(323) 294-1444
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 60 students
4020 Roxton Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(323) 292-3011
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(323) 292-3011
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 176 students Sports: 4
Al Madinah School
(Islamic)
3510 Exposition Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 296-5961
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 296-5961
1.2 miles
Gr: K-11 | 38 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Al Madinah School
(Islamic)
3510 Exposition Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 296-5961
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 296-5961
1.2 miles
Gr: K-11 | 38 students
4256 S Western Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90062
(323) 293-9775
Los Angeles, CA 90062
(323) 293-9775
1.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 66 students Tuition listed
Bishop Conaty-our Lady Of Loretto High School
All-girls (Catholic)
2900 W Pico Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(323) 737-0012
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(323) 737-0012
1.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 346 students Tuition listed
1901 Venice Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 381-5121
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 381-5121
1.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,242 students Sports: 13 Tuition listed
Acacia Learning Center
Special Education School
2900 W Vernon Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(323) 298-1165
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(323) 298-1165
1.7 miles
Gr: 3-10 | 8 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Cheerful Helpers Therapeutic School ![Cheerful Helpers Therapeutic School Photo - Kindergarten / 1st Grade classroom]( "Cheerful Helpers Therapeutic School Photo - Kindergarten / 1st Grade classroom")
Special Education School
1986 W. Jefferson
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(213) 387-7252
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(213) 387-7252
0.1 miles
Gr: NS-1 | 12 students Avg. class size: 6 students Tuition listed
Creative Learning Academy Inc
Daycare / Preschool
1718 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90062
(323) 294-1444
Los Angeles, CA 90062
(323) 294-1444
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 60 students
4020 Roxton Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(323) 292-3011
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(323) 292-3011
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 176 students Sports: 4
Al Madinah School
(Islamic)
3510 Exposition Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 296-5961
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 296-5961
1.2 miles
Gr: K-11 | 38 students
St. Agnes School
(Catholic)
1428 W Adams Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(323) 734-6441
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(323) 734-6441
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Cheerful Helpers Therapeutic School ![Cheerful Helpers Therapeutic School Photo - Kindergarten / 1st Grade classroom]( "Cheerful Helpers Therapeutic School Photo - Kindergarten / 1st Grade classroom")
Special Education School
1986 W. Jefferson
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(213) 387-7252
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(213) 387-7252
0.1 miles
Gr: NS-1 | 12 students Avg. class size: 6 students Tuition listed
Just Beginning- Inc.
Daycare / Preschool
1712 W Jefferson Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 733-8010
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 733-8010
0.4 miles
Gr: NS-K | 65 students
Creative Learning Academy Inc
Daycare / Preschool
1718 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90062
(323) 294-1444
Los Angeles, CA 90062
(323) 294-1444
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 60 students
4020 Roxton Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(323) 292-3011
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(323) 292-3011
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 176 students Sports: 4
Los Angeles First Preschool Education Center, Inc. ![Los Angeles First Preschool Education Center, Inc. Photo]( "Los Angeles First Preschool Education Center, Inc. Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
2029 W Washington Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 733-8827
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 733-8827
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 58 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Birdielee V. Bright Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1771 West 36th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 733-1178
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 733-1178
0.2 miles
Gr: K-5 | 374 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Math And Science College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3202 West Adams Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 821-1393
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 821-1393
0.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 557 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
Foshay Learning Center
(Math: 15% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3751 South Harvard Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 373-2700
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 373-2700
0.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 1,530 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Lashon Academy City
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3109 Sixth Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(818) 514-4566
Los Angeles, CA 90046
(818) 514-4566
0.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 127 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Mid-city's Prescott School Of Enriched Sciences
Alternative School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3150 West Adams Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 731-9346
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 731-9346
0.6 miles
Gr: 1-5 | 220 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
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