Average
#758 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 42% of private schools
Balboa School
School
855 BROTHERTON RD, Escondido, CA 92025
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#758 of 1,787
In Escondido
#3 of 5
public schools
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About Balboa School
Balboa School is a private school in Escondido, CA. Balboa School serves approximately 46 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Balboa School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #758 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 46 students, Balboa School 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 6.6:1 students to teachers, Balboa School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Balboa School 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 Balboa School compares to 39 public schools serving similar grades in Escondido, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Balboa School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Miller Elementary | 7.6 |
| Felicita Elementary | 6.8 |
| Bernardo Elementary | 7.4 |
| Juniper Elementary | 7.2 |
| Del Lago Academy - Campus of Applied Science | 7.3 |
| L. R. Green Elementary | 7.0 |
| Motivated Youth Academy | 5.6 |
| Limitless Learning Academy | 7.6 |
| Del Dios Academy of Arts and Sciences | 6.7 |
| Bear Valley Middle | 6.8 |
| Central Elementary | 6.5 |
| Classical Academy | 8.0 |
| San Pasqual High | 6.9 |
| Classical Academy High | 8.5 |
| Mission Middle | 7.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 6.6 |
| Dimensions Collaborative | 8.5 |
| Community Montessori | 7.2 |
| Farr Avenue Elementary | 6.6 |
| Oak Hill Elementary | 5.2 |
Showing 20 of 39 schools. View all schools in Escondido
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
855 BROTHERTON RD, Escondido, CA 92025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Balboa School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Classical Academy High (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Classical Academy (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Miller Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Escondido, see our Escondido schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Miller Elementary Escondido | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Felicita Elementary Escondido | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (CHANGED THE NAME 6/15) Escondido | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Bernardo Elementary Escondido | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Juniper Elementary Escondido | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Escondido | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Islamic School of Theology Escondido | 1.4 mi | — |
| Motivated Youth Academy Escondido | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Del Lago Academy - Campus of Applied Science Escondido | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Central Elementary Escondido | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| L. R. Green Elementary Escondido | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Del Dios Academy of Arts and Sciences Escondido | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Limitless Learning Academy Escondido | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Bear Valley Middle Escondido | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Classical Academy Escondido | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Audeo Charter School III San Diego | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Classical Academy High Escondido | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| San Pasqual High Escondido | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Mission Middle Escondido | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary Escondido | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,716
Median Home Value
$767,400
Median Rent
$1,823/mo
Population
50,046
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
42.1%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
36.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Balboa School
What grades does Balboa School serve?
Balboa School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Balboa School?
Balboa School has an enrollment of approximately 46 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Balboa School?
The student-teacher ratio at Balboa School is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Balboa School rank in CA?
Balboa School ranks #758 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Balboa School's MySchoolScout rating?
Balboa School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Balboa School a private school?
Yes, Balboa School 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 Balboa School a religious school?
No, Balboa School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 46
- Gender Split
- 85% M / 15% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (760) 294-4180
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