The vision of Wise School is to inspire and empower our students and their families to learn deeply about our world and Jewish heritage, to be creative, and to experience wholeness so that we can make great happen in our community, our nation, Israel, and the world.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Yearly Tuition: $40,425
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 29
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Wise School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-6
Year Founded
1977
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
467 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 29
Yearly Tuition Cost
$40,425
Tuition Notes
$42,650 for K-4; $44,200 for 5-6
Admissions Director
Beth Behar
Admissions Associate
Lauren Felder
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
NewspaperOdyssey of the Mind
Spring MusicalStudent Council
Club or Organization:
AthleticsBeginning Instrumental Program
Chorus and ChoirDebate Team
PhotographyRobotics
Technology
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
- The vision of Wise School is to inspire and empower our students and their families to learn deeply about our world and Jewish heritage, to be creative, and to experience wholeness so that we can make great happen in our community, our nation, Israel, and the world.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Wise School cost?
Wise School's tuition is approximately $40,425 for private students.
What sports does Wise School offer?
Wise School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Football, Soccer, Swimming and Volleyball.
What is Wise School's ranking?
Wise School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Wise School?
The application deadline for Wise School is Jan. 29.
In what neighborhood is Wise School located?
Wise School is located in the Bel Air neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Bel Air.
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to Wise School is The Buckley School (1.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Curtis School (0.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
15871 Mulholland Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 889-3700
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 889-3700
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 494 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
16000 Mulholland Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 476-6421
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 476-6421
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 254 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
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Daycare / Preschool
2323 Roscomare Rd
Los Angeles, CA 90077
(424) 667-2707
Los Angeles, CA 90077
(424) 667-2707
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 180 students
Westland School
(3)
16200 Mulholland Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 472-5544
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 472-5544
0.9 miles
Gr: K-6 | 127 students Avg. class size: 22 students Tuition listed
16180 Mulholland Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 476-2868
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 476-2868
1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 420 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 7
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
3900 Stansbury Avenue
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
(818) 783-1610
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
(818) 783-1610
1.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 836 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition listed
Notre Dame High School
(Catholic)
13645 Riverside Dr
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
(818) 933-3600
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
(818) 933-3600
3.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,229 students Acceptance rate listed
700 N Faring Rd
Los Angeles, CA 90077
(323) 770-1665
Los Angeles, CA 90077
(323) 770-1665
3.5 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 1,616 students Tuition listed
5031 Alonzo Ave
Encino, CA 91316
(818) 345-1672
Encino, CA 91316
(818) 345-1672
3.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 452 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
5461 Louise Ave
Encino, CA 91316
(818) 986-5045
Encino, CA 91316
(818) 986-5045
3.7 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 209 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
15871 Mulholland Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 889-3700
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 889-3700
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 494 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
16000 Mulholland Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 476-6421
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 476-6421
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 254 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Westland School
(3)
16200 Mulholland Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 472-5544
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 472-5544
0.9 miles
Gr: K-6 | 127 students Avg. class size: 22 students Tuition listed
16180 Mulholland Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 476-2868
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 476-2868
1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 420 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 7
3900 Stansbury Avenue
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
(818) 783-1610
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
(818) 783-1610
1.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 836 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
15871 Mulholland Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 889-3700
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 889-3700
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 494 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
16000 Mulholland Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 476-6421
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 476-6421
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 254 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Canyon Crest Preschool ![Canyon Crest Preschool Photo]( "Canyon Crest Preschool Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
2323 Roscomare Rd
Los Angeles, CA 90077
(424) 667-2707
Los Angeles, CA 90077
(424) 667-2707
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 180 students
St. Cyril Of Jerusalem School ![St. Cyril Of Jerusalem School Photo - St. Cyril of Jerusalem Grotto]( "St. Cyril Of Jerusalem School Photo - St. Cyril of Jerusalem Grotto")
(Catholic)
4548 Haskell Ave.
Encino, CA 91436
(818) 501-4155
Encino, CA 91436
(818) 501-4155
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 267 students Avg. class size: 28 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Temple B'nai Hayim Children's Center
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
4276 Van Nuys Blvd
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
(818) 905-9270
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
(818) 905-9270
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 27 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2425 Roscomare Rd.
Los Angeles, CA 90077
(310) 472-9829
Los Angeles, CA 90077
(310) 472-9829
0.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 438 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14755 Greenleaf St.
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
(818) 784-8283
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
(818) 784-8283
1.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 511 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
(Math: 84% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4241 Lanai Rd.
Encino, CA 91436
(818) 788-1590
Encino, CA 91436
(818) 788-1590
1.9 miles
Gr: K-5 | 566 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15355 Morrison St.
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
(818) 808-0158
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
(818) 808-0158
2.2 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 85 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Charter School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
15530 Hesby St.
Encino, CA 91436
(818) 528-7000
Encino, CA 91436
(818) 528-7000
2.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 494 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
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