Average
#602 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 34% of private schools
Bright Horizon Academy
School
7050 ECKSTROM AVE, San Diego, CA 92111
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#602 of 1,787
In San Diego
#23 of 56
public schools
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Bright Horizon Academy
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About Bright Horizon Academy
Bright Horizon Academy is a private school in San Diego, CA. Bright Horizon Academy serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-11th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bright Horizon Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #602 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Bright Horizon 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 Bright Horizon Academy compares to 290 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bright Horizon Academy (this school) | 6.8 |
| Kavod Charter | 8.8 |
| Clairemont Canyons Academy | 5.3 |
| Lafayette Elementary | 5.5 |
| Ross Elementary | 6.7 |
| Madison High | 6.0 |
| High Tech Middle Mesa | 7.5 |
| High Tech Elementary Mesa | 7.1 |
| High Tech High Mesa | 5.4 |
| Sequoia Elementary | 6.9 |
| Riley/New Dawn | 5.8 |
| San Diego Metro Career and Tech | 6.9 |
| Mt. Everest Academy | 9.2 |
| Innovation Middle | 7.4 |
| School for Entrepreneurship and Technology | 8.3 |
| Kearny Eng Innov & Design | 8.6 |
| Kearny Digital Media & Design | 8.4 |
| Kearny School of Biomedical Science and Technology | 8.0 |
| Kearny College Connections | 7.1 |
| Creative Performing and Media Arts | 5.2 |
| Holmes Elementary | 9.2 |
Showing 20 of 290 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
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
7050 ECKSTROM AVE, San Diego, CA 92111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bright Horizon Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Mt. Everest Academy (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riley/New Dawn (rated 5.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kavod Charter San Diego | 0.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Clairemont Canyons Academy San Diego | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Lafayette Elementary San Diego | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Ross Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Reformation Lutheran Church and School San Diego | 0.6 mi | — |
| REFORMATION LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Diego | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Madison High San Diego | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Sequoia Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| San Diego Metro Career and Tech San Diego | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| High Tech Elementary Mesa San Diego | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| High Tech Middle Mesa San Diego | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| High Tech High Mesa San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Riley/New Dawn San Diego | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Child's Primary, The San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| THE CHILD'S PRIMARY SCHOOL San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Innovation Middle San Diego | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| San Diego Center for Children Academy San Diego | 1.4 mi | — |
| Mt. Everest Academy San Diego | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Kearny Digital Media & Design San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,081
Median Home Value
$754,300
Median Rent
$2,049/mo
Population
45,888
College Educated
43.4%
Homeownership
53.1%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
37.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Castle Rock Crescent City, CA | 6.8 |
| Greater San Diego Academy Jamul, CA | 6.8 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Huntington Beach, CA | 6.8 |
| OAK GROVE SCHOOL Ojai, CA | 6.8 |
| PROVIDENCE SCHOOL Santa Barbara, CA | 6.8 |
| ST HELENA MONTESSORI SCHOOL AND FARM Saint Helena, CA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bright Horizon Academy
What grades does Bright Horizon Academy serve?
Bright Horizon Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.
How many students attend Bright Horizon Academy?
Bright Horizon Academy has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bright Horizon Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Bright Horizon Academy is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bright Horizon Academy rank in CA?
Bright Horizon Academy ranks #602 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Bright Horizon Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Bright Horizon Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bright Horizon Academy a private school?
Yes, Bright Horizon Academy is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bright Horizon Academy a religious school?
Bright Horizon Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 11th
- Enrollment
- 271
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (858) 278-7970
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