Phoenix Ranch West

Pinecrest Schools is one of the few private/independent school systems in the United States.
These family operated and family oriented schools, known as The Pinecrest Schools, have been serving the youth of southern california for over sixty years.
Pinecrest Schools operates 9 campuses. Each campus offers something unique and separate from the others.
The main thing that joins our schools together is the quality of education and child care that exists in a traditional/fundamental educational environment.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 331 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Phoenix Ranch West ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6

Student Body

Total Students
331 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
39%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Phoenix Ranch West Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Our school offers an outstanding education for students in grades K-8, an exceptional preschool experience for children ages 2 1/2 - 5, and a warm and nurturing atmosphere in our Toddler Center for children 18 months - 36 months. At Pinecrest, we take great pride in our academic and child care programs. A dedicated administration, carefully selected faculty and staff, along with small class sizes make Pinecrest an environment in which students are inherently eager to learn. As your child begins private education at Pinecrest School, you are entering a special community of parents concerned with providing the finest possible preparation for their child's future. We are very proud of the programs offered at our school. In addition to our regular curriculum, specialty classes are offered in Spanish, music and band, and computer.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Phoenix Ranch West ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Phoenix Ranch West?
The application deadline for Phoenix Ranch West is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 331 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Ventura County, CA is $12,095 for elementary schools and $23,855 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Ventura County, CA is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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