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Rising Stars Academy

1851 W Imperial Hwy
Los Angeles, CA 90047

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Tel: (310) 324-5800

www.risingstarsca.com

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Rising Stars Academy is a nonsectarian California K–3 private school located in the suburban neighborhood of South Los Angeles.

The school enrolls 27 co–ed students from kindergarten through third grade, with a student–teacher ratio of 5:1 and five total teachers.

Student demographics include 63% Black (not Hispanic), 33% Hispanic, and 4% Asian/Pacific Islander, reflecting high diversity within the school community.

The average class size is 15 students, serving families seeking a small private school environment in Los Angeles suburbs.

Rising Stars Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for student diversity based on the percentage of students of color.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Kindergarten-3
Enrollment: 27 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Rising Stars Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-3

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

27 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 51%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

5 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Motto: 'Children are our future. We must take care of them with maximum effort.'

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Rising Stars Academy?

The application deadline for Rising Stars Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Rising Stars Academy located?

Rising Stars Academy is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 49 other private schools located in South Los Angeles.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 7/17/2015

Parent: June 25, 2015 was Busy Bees 44th Annual Graduation Exercises, Theme: Hold High The Torch of Learning. It was such a joy to see the children shinning indeed, they said their parts so clear and fluent, what a great job done by their Teacher Mrs. Craig, thumbs up to her, she did an awesome job! A lot of parents were so impress by this graduation some are thinking to bring their children for the fall. Keep up the good works Busy Bees Teachers.

- Posted by Parent - leose

5 12/11/2012

My girls love this school! If you want quality education, send your child early. I wish I found this school when my first daughter was 2! Teachers are good, principal is great and easy to talk to. Just love this place!

- Posted by Parent - cdgar

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Kindergarten-3
Enrollment: 27 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Los Angeles, CA is $19,351 for elementary schools and $25,847 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles, CA is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).