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South Bay High School

4025 W 226th St Torrance, CA 90505

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 63 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • South Bay High School in Torrance, CA, serves 63 students in grades 7 through 12 within a nonsectarian, city–based special education program.
  • Founded in 1957, the school has a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 with a teaching staff of 6 educators.
  • The student body represents diverse backgrounds, with 72.73% of students identifying as students of color.
  • This co–ed private school is located in the Southwood Riviera neighborhood, providing specialized education in a small community setting.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 63 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1957
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Student Body

Total Students
63 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
73%
State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
34 students

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Sports

Colors
White, Hunter green

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for South Bay High School?
The application deadline for South Bay High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is South Bay High School located?
South Bay High School is located in the Southwood Riviera neighborhood of Torrance, CA.

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The average private school tuition in Los Angeles County, CA is $17,445 for elementary schools and $23,760 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles County, CA is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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