John Thomas Dye School
Independent school · Grades K–6
Los Angeles, CA
11414 Chalon Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90049
Overall grade: A+
ChooseAPrivateSchool.com grade, from official facts compared with similar schools.
- AClass size
- A-Years serving families
- ADiversity
What stands out
- Smaller classes than 66% of independent schools in California
- Serving families in Los Angeles since at least 2011
In Los Angeles, California, John Thomas Dye School is an independent private school for students from kindergarten through 6th grade. About 338 students attend, with roughly 6 students per teacher, smaller classes than 66% of independent elementary schools in California. Its enrollment has held steady since 2011–12. The school day runs about 6.5 hours, 165 days a year.
At a glance
- Grades
- Grades K–6
- Students
- 338
- Teachers
- 53 (full-time equivalent)
- Students per teacher
- 6.4
- Boys and girls
- Coed · 252 girls, 86 boys
- Religious affiliation
- None (nonsectarian)
- School day
- About 6.5 hours
- School year
- 165 days
- Library
- Yes
Reviews
Be the first to share what you love about John Thomas Dye School.
How it compares
- Smaller classes than 66% of independent elementary schools in California (6 students per teacher).
- Larger than 88% of independent elementary schools in California.
- Compared with 280 independent elementary schools in California.
Students by survey year
Total students reported in official records since 2011–12.
Students by grade
Student body
Member of
- National Association of Independent Schools
- A state or regional independent school association
Questions to ask on a tour
- What is tuition, and what does it include (books, fees, uniforms, trips)?
- Do you offer financial aid, sibling discounts or payment plans?
- Do you accept ESA, voucher or tax-credit scholarship funds?
- How big are classes in my child's grade?
- What support is there for students who need extra help or more challenge?
- Is the school accredited, and by whom?
- What do a typical day and a typical week look like?
- How does the school communicate with families?
Questions about John Thomas Dye School
What grades does John Thomas Dye School serve?
John Thomas Dye School serves grades K–6.
How many students attend John Thomas Dye School?
About 338 students, with 6 students per teacher, according to official records.
How much is tuition at John Thomas Dye School?
Call the school to ask about tuition, financial aid and payment plans.
Official record · Updated October 2026 · Official search · Something wrong? Tell us
Other private schools nearby
Marymount High School Los Angeles
Independent Catholic school · Grades 9–12
Smaller classes than 83% of Catholic schools in California
Los Angeles, CA1.3 mi
Circle of Children Developmental Kindergarten
Early childhood program · Grades Pre-K–K
Small classes: about 7 students per teacher
Los Angeles, CA1.3 mi
Brentwood School
Independent school · Grades K–12
100% of graduates go to four-year colleges
Los Angeles, CA1.4 mi
Harvard-Westlake
Episcopal school · Grades 7–12
One of the 3 largest Christian schools in California
Los Angeles, CA1.7 mi
St. Martin of Tours Elementary School
Diocesan school · Grades K–8
Smaller classes than 95% of Catholic schools in California
Los Angeles, CA1.8 mi
Geffen Academy at Ucla
Independent school · Grades 6–12
95% of graduates go to four-year colleges
Los Angeles, CA2.1 mi