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#1331 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Academy of Our Lady of Peace

High School

4860 OREGON ST, San Diego, CA 92116

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 286 schools in San Diego. Learn more

Enrollment

750

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

5.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In San Diego

#44 of 56

public schools

California high schools

#224 of 277

Academic performance

7.0 / 10

Strong

About Academy of Our Lady of Peace

Academy of Our Lady of Peace is a public high school serving grades 9–12 in San Diego, with an enrollment of 750 students. Located on Oregon Street in this large city, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1, supported by 44 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The school holds a MySchoolScout Rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1445 among California's 1,790 high schools, placing it in the 19th percentile statewide.

Like many schools, Academy of Our Lady of Peace is working to strengthen its academic foundation and support student growth and achievement. The school serves students across all four years of high school and is part of San Diego's public education system, offering families a neighborhood option in an urban setting.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, Academy of Our Lady of Peace operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Academy of Our Lady of Peace compares to 70 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
This School
vs
21.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
750
This School
vs
804
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.5
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 40% vs 0%
White 32% vs 0%
Asian 5.7% vs 0%
Black 1.5% vs 0%
Academy of Our Lady of Peace San Diego Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Academy of Our Lady of Peace (this school) 5.5
ALBA
Home & Hosp/Transition Support 7.6
Altus Schools Audeo 4.9
Health Sciences High and Middle College 6.4
San Diego County Court 5.7
Hoover High 5.0
San Diego County Community 6.0
Twain High 6.6
Kearny College Connections 7.2
Kearny Eng Innov & Design 6.8
Kearny School of Biomedical Science and Technology 6.2
Kearny Digital Media & Design 5.7
School for Entrepreneurship and Technology 7.5
Diego Hills Central Public Charter 6.5
San Diego High 6.5
City Heights Preparatory Charter 5.2
Garfield High 7.0
East Village Middle College High 8.6
San Diego Metro Career and Tech 7.9
TRACE 7.6

Showing 20 of 70 schools. View all schools in San Diego

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 17:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,202.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 70%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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Enrollment 750
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 40.0%
White 32.0%
Two or More 18.9%
Asian 5.7%
Pacific Islander 1.6%
Black 1.5%
Native American 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4860 OREGON ST, San Diego, CA 92116

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Academy of Our Lady of Peace may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Birney Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is San Diego Global Vision Academy (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
URBAN SKILLS CENTER San Diego 0.4 mi
COOK EDUCATION CENTER San Diego 0.4 mi 7.3
Cook Education Center San Diego 0.4 mi
WARREN-WALKER MIDDLE SCHOOL San Diego 0.4 mi 6.4
Urban Skills Center San Diego 0.4 mi
Garfield Elementary San Diego 0.5 mi 6.0
CHILDREN'S GROWING CENTER-FIRST UNITED METHODIST San Diego 0.4 mi
Children's Creative and Performing Arts Academy San Diego 0.8 mi
ALBA San Diego 1.0 mi
ST DIDACUS SCHOOL San Diego 0.9 mi 7.2
Birney Elementary San Diego 1.0 mi 8.4
Home & Hosp/Transition Support San Diego 1.0 mi 7.6
San Diego Global Vision Academy San Diego 1.0 mi 8.1
Jefferson Elementary San Diego 1.2 mi 8.0
Adams Elementary San Diego 1.1 mi 5.5
ASELTINE SCHOOL San Diego 1.2 mi
Aseltine School San Diego 1.2 mi
Nipaquay Elementary San Diego 1.2 mi 6.4
Altus Schools Audeo San Diego 1.3 mi 4.9
ST PATRICK SCHOOL San Diego 1.5 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,775

Median Home Value

$898,500

Median Rent

$1,903/mo

Population

31,484

College Educated

58.4%

Homeownership

32.1%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

35.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Academy of Our Lady of Peace has a median household income of $95,775. It is a well-educated community where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $898,500, with a median rent of $1,903/month. The local poverty rate of 9.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BISHOP MONTGOMERY HIGH Torrance, CA 5.5
California Military Institute Perris, CA 5.5
George Washington Preparatory High Los Angeles, CA 5.5
Gonzales High Gonzales, CA 5.5
Kern Valley High Lake Isabella, CA 5.5
Leroy Greene Academy Sacramento, CA 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Academy of Our Lady of Peace

What grades does Academy of Our Lady of Peace serve?

Academy of Our Lady of Peace serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Academy of Our Lady of Peace?

Academy of Our Lady of Peace has an enrollment of approximately 750 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy of Our Lady of Peace?

The student-teacher ratio at Academy of Our Lady of Peace is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Academy of Our Lady of Peace rank in CA?

Academy of Our Lady of Peace is ranked #1331 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is Academy of Our Lady of Peace's MySchoolScout rating?

Academy of Our Lady of Peace has a composite rating of 5.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Academy of Our Lady of Peace a private school?

Yes, Academy of Our Lady of Peace is a private all-girls school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Academy of Our Lady of Peace a religious school?

Academy of Our Lady of Peace has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,092/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Diego). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
750
Gender Split
0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
private
Coed Status
all-girls
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
185 days
Setting
Large City
County
SAN DIEGO
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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