Excellent
#18 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 1% of private schools
Army & Navy Academy
High School
2605 CARLSBAD BLVD, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#18 of 1,787
In Carlsbad
#1 of 7
public schools
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About Army & Navy Academy
Army & Navy Academy is a private high school in Carlsbad, CA. Army & Navy Academy serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Army & Navy Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #18 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 192 students, Army & Navy Academy 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 5.8:1 students to teachers, Army & Navy Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Army & Navy Academy 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 Army & Navy Academy compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Carlsbad, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Army & Navy Academy (this school) | 8.5 |
| Carlsbad Seaside Academy | 6.6 |
| Carlsbad High | 6.4 |
| Carlsbad Village Academy | 5.5 |
| Valley Middle | 7.3 |
| Calavera Hills Middle | 7.6 |
| Sage Creek High | 8.2 |
| Aviara Oaks Middle | 8.5 |
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
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2605 CARLSBAD BLVD, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Army & Navy Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Carlsbad High (rated 6.4/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Carlsbad Village Academy (rated 5.5/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Surfside High (Continuation) (rated 5.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Oceanside), a more accessible option. For more schools in Carlsbad, see our Carlsbad schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Army and Navy Academy Carlsbad | 0.0 mi | — |
| VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Carlsbad | 0.6 mi | — |
| Buena Vista Elementary Carlsbad | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| CASA MONTESSORI DE CARLSBAD Carlsbad | 0.9 mi | — |
| South Oceanside Elementary Oceanside | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Coastal Sage Montessori Carlsbad | 0.9 mi | — |
| Jefferson Elementary Carlsbad | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| CARLSBAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Carlsbad | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Carlsbad High Carlsbad | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Carlsbad Village Academy Carlsbad | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Carlsbad Seaside Academy Carlsbad | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Palmquist Elementary Oceanside | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Valley Middle Carlsbad | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Surfside High (Continuation) Oceanside | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Surfside Academy Oceanside | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Lincoln Middle Oceanside | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Oceanside Adventist Elementary Oceanside | 1.9 mi | — |
| OCEANSIDE ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY Oceanside | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| SANDERLING WALDORF SCHOOL Carlsbad | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Magnolia Elementary Carlsbad | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,371
Median Home Value
$1,142,300
Median Rent
$2,343/mo
Population
27,707
College Educated
55.6%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
42.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Army & Navy Academy
What grades does Army & Navy Academy serve?
Army & Navy Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Army & Navy Academy?
Army & Navy Academy has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Army & Navy Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Army & Navy Academy is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Army & Navy Academy rank in CA?
Army & Navy Academy ranks #18 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Army & Navy Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Army & Navy Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Army & Navy Academy a private school?
Yes, Army & Navy Academy is a private all-boys 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 Army & Navy Academy a religious school?
No, Army & Navy Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 192
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (760) 547-5199
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