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#974 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Academy on the Hill
Elementary School
10 MAREBLU, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#974 of 1,787
In Aliso Viejo
#3 of 6
public schools
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Academy on the Hill
Elementary School in Aliso Viejo · grades Kindergarten – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Academy on the Hill
Academy on the Hill is a private elementary school in Aliso Viejo, CA. Academy on the Hill serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy on the Hill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #974 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Academy on the Hill is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Academy on the Hill sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Academy on the Hill is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Academy on the Hill compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Aliso Viejo, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academy on the Hill (this school) | 6.2 |
| Journey | 7.3 |
| Wood Canyon Elementary | 6.8 |
| Don Juan Avila Elementary | 8.0 |
| Oak Grove Elementary | 8.5 |
| Canyon Vista Elementary | 8.8 |
| Oxford Preparatory Academy - Saddleback Valley | 8.4 |
| Oxford Preparatory Academy - South Orange County | 8.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
10 MAREBLU, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Academy on the Hill may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Laguna Niguel Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Laguna Niguel), which scores notably higher. Another option is Marian Bergeson Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Laguna Niguel), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Journey (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Aliso Viejo, see our Aliso Viejo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Academy on the Hills Aliso Viejo | 0.0 mi | — |
| Aliso Viejo Middle Aliso Viejo | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Journey Aliso Viejo | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Laguna Niguel Elementary Laguna Niguel | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| LAGUNA NIGUEL MONTESSORI CENTER Laguna Niguel | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Aliso Niguel High Aliso Viejo | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Laguna Hills High Laguna Hills | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Mission Lutheran School Laguna Niguel | 1.6 mi | — |
| MISSION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Laguna Niguel | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Marian Bergeson Elementary Laguna Niguel | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Wood Canyon Elementary Aliso Viejo | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Lomarena Elementary Laguna Hills | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| THE DISCOVERY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Aliso Viejo | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| VANDAMME ACADEMY Aliso Viejo | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| VanDamme Academy Aliso Viejo | 1.6 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy - Aliso Viejo Aliso Viejo | 1.6 mi | — |
| ALISO VIEJO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aliso Viejo | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Aliso Viejo | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Valencia Elementary Laguna Hills | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Community Christian Homeschool Aliso Viejo | 1.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92656 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,538
Median Home Value
$849,900
Median Rent
$2,764/mo
Population
52,645
College Educated
57%
Homeownership
57.6%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
38.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| LEPORT MONTESSORI Del Mar, CA | 6.2 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Downey, CA | 6.3 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF HAYWARD Hayward, CA | 6.3 |
| MORGAN ACADEMY Corona, CA | 6.3 |
| CHRIST CLASSICAL SCHOOL San Luis Obispo, CA | 6.1 |
| Siskiyou Avenue Elementary Oroville, CA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Academy on the Hill
What grades does Academy on the Hill serve?
Academy on the Hill serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.
How many students attend Academy on the Hill?
Academy on the Hill has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy on the Hill?
The student-teacher ratio at Academy on the Hill is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Academy on the Hill rank in CA?
Academy on the Hill ranks #974 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Academy on the Hill's MySchoolScout rating?
Academy on the Hill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Academy on the Hill a private school?
Yes, Academy on the Hill is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian 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 on the Hill a religious school?
No, Academy on the Hill is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 1st
- Enrollment
- 30
- Gender Split
- 67% M / 33% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 10 hours
- Days Per Year
- 260 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (714) 323-9632
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