YULA Girls' School is committed to creating a challenging academic environment that is nurturing, supportive, encouraging and focused on serving the needs of each individual student to bring out the student's fullest potential.
The mission of YULA Girls' School is to provide academic excellence in both Limudei Kodesh and Secular Studies, and to inculcate a love for Torat Yisrael, Am Yisrael and Medinat Yisrael.
Educational excellence can only be achieved through teamwork. A highly motivated and caring team of administrators, teachers, parents and students must work together toward the same goal.
The school strives to develop Jewish women whose worldly interactions are fully integrated with, and informed by, Torah observant principles.
As such, a YULA Girls' School education combines Torah Studies with those of western civilization and the American democratic heritage.
The General Studies curriculum is college preparatory and is designed to meet the needs of a broad range of abilities through the use of directed levels of instruction.
The Torah Studies curriculum is designed to create a love of Torah and produce a highly educated, critical thinking and motivated Jewish woman.
Our ultimate goal is to provide the foundations for our students to become Jewish community leaders and activists who are fully engaged in communal life - individuals who by their conduct and character are Mekadshei Shem Shmayim and who feel a profound sense of responsibility for the Jewish People.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Yearly Tuition: $24,700
- Acceptance rate: 25%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Yula Girls High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1979
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
10 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$24,700
Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Nancy Schiff
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Truth and Honor'
- YULA Girls' School is committed to creating a challenging academic environment that is nurturing, supportive, encouraging and focused on serving the needs of each individual student to bring out the student's fullest potential.
- The mission of YULA Girls' School is to provide academic excellence in both Limudei Kodesh and Secular Studies, and to inculcate a love for Torat Yisrael, Am Yisrael and Medinat Yisrael.
- Educational excellence can only be achieved through teamwork.
- A highly motivated and caring team of administrators, teachers, parents and students must work together toward the same goal.
- The school strives to develop Jewish women whose worldly interactions are fully integrated with, and informed by, Torah observant principles.
- As such, a YULA Girls' School education combines Torah Studies with those of western civilization and the American democratic heritage.
- The General Studies curriculum is college preparatory and is designed to meet the needs of a broad range of abilities through the use of directed levels of instruction.
- The Torah Studies curriculum is designed to create a love of Torah and produce a highly educated, critical thinking and motivated Jewish woman.
- Our ultimate goal is to provide the foundations for our students to become Jewish community leaders and activists who are fully engaged in communal life - individuals who by their conduct and character are Mekadshei Shem Shmayim and who feel a profound sense of responsibility for the Jewish People.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Yula Girls High School cost?
Yula Girls High School's tuition is approximately $24,700 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Yula Girls High School?
The acceptance rate of Yula Girls High School is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 80%. Yula Girls High School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
What is Yula Girls High School's ranking?
Yula Girls High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for Yula Girls High School?
The application deadline for Yula Girls High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Yula Girls High School located?
Yula Girls High School is located in the Pico Robertson neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 6 other private schools located in Pico Robertson.
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