Rising Stars Academy serves 27 students in grades Kindergarten-3. The student:teacher of Rising Stars Academy is 5:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Rising Stars Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
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.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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 50 other private schools located in South Los Angeles.
School 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.
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!
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