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#777 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Top 43% of private schools

Cal Coast Academy

High School

11555 CLEWS RANCH RD, San Diego, CA 92130

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

5.5:1

Score

6.5

Grades

6th – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

5.5:1

Score

6.5

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#777 of 1,787

In San Diego

#29 of 56

public schools

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About Cal Coast Academy

Cal Coast Academy is a private high school in San Diego, CA. Cal Coast Academy serves approximately 55 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cal Coast Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #777 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it comparesOn par with CA schools

6.5

This school 6.5 · Average
CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 55 students, Cal Coast 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 5.5:1 students to teachers, Cal Coast Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Cal Coast 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

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How Cal Coast Academy compares to 165 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

5.5:1

This School

21.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

647

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.5

This School

6.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 54.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 14.5% vs 0%

Black 9.1% vs 0%

Asian 9.1% vs 0%

Cal Coast Academy San Diego Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Cal Coast Academy (this school)	—	55	5.5:1	6.5
Carmel Del Mar Elementary	0.6 mi	583	22.4:1	9.3
Ocean Air	0.9 mi	493	21.4:1	9.2
Solana Pacific Elementary	1.0 mi	422	24.8:1	9.0
Ashley Falls Elementary	1.2 mi	357	17.9:1	8.4
Sage Canyon	1.3 mi	478	19.9:1	9.0
Sycamore Ridge	1.5 mi	385	19.2:1	7.6
Solana Highlands Elementary	1.6 mi	417	21.9:1	8.7
Torrey Hills	1.8 mi	443	20.1:1	8.5
Solana Ranch Elementary	2.4 mi	512	24.4:1	9.4
Pacific Sky	3.0 mi	363	20.2:1	9.3
Altus Schools Charter School of San Diego	3.3 mi	1,443	33.6:1	4.7
Challenger Middle	4.0 mi	918	24.2:1	8.0
Mesa Verde Middle	4.4 mi	1,119	26.6:1	7.7
Westview High	4.5 mi	2,186	26:1	7.9
Mira Mesa High	4.9 mi	2,228	26.5:1	7.8
University City High	5.6 mi	1,505	24.3:1	8.6
Black Mountain Middle	5.8 mi	1,132	23.6:1	7.5
Wangenheim Middle	5.9 mi	716	24.7:1	6.5
Mt. Carmel High	5.9 mi	1,831	23.5:1	8.0
Standley Middle	6.1 mi	838	23.3:1	8.5

Showing 20 of 165 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

Preliminary

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

A 9.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.5:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 1.8 / 10

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School Day Length 5.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 990

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 65%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 3.8 / 10

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Enrollment 55

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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)

White 54.5%

Hispanic 14.5%

Two or More 12.7%

Black 9.1%

Asian 9.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

11555 CLEWS RANCH RD, San Diego, CA 92130

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cal Coast Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Canyon Crest Academy (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Encinitas), which scores notably higher. Another option is Torrey Pines High (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Encinitas), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY San Diego	0.2 mi	271	7.2
Carmel Del Mar Elementary San Diego	0.6 mi	583	9.3
Ocean Air San Diego	0.9 mi	493	9.2
Carmel Creek Elementary San Diego	0.9 mi	324	9.1
Carmel Valley Middle Encinitas	0.9 mi	700	8.3
Solana Pacific Elementary San Diego	1.0 mi	422	9.0
Ashley Falls Elementary San Diego	1.2 mi	357	8.4
Torrey Pines High Encinitas	1.3 mi	2,644	6.9
The Uni of Liberty San Diego	1.2 mi	71	—
Del Mar Pines School San Diego	1.3 mi	150	—
DEL MAR PINES SCHOOL San Diego	1.3 mi	156	6.9
Sage Canyon San Diego	1.3 mi	478	9.0
Sycamore Ridge San Diego	1.5 mi	385	7.6
Solana Highlands Elementary San Diego	1.6 mi	417	8.7
CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL San Diego	1.7 mi	1,612	4.5
Torrey Hills San Diego	1.8 mi	443	8.5
Del Mar Hills Elementary Del Mar	1.8 mi	283	9.1
Del Mar Heights Elementary Del Mar	1.8 mi	277	9.2
Canyon Crest Academy Encinitas	2.1 mi	2,183	8.3
Solana Ranch Elementary San Diego	2.4 mi	512	9.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$201,731

Median Home Value

$1,602,800

Median Rent

$3,289/mo

Population

59,768

College Educated

81.4%

Homeownership

62%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

39.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cal Coast Academy

What grades does Cal Coast Academy serve?

Cal Coast Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Cal Coast Academy?

Cal Coast Academy has an enrollment of approximately 55 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cal Coast Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Cal Coast Academy is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Cal Coast Academy rank in CA?

Cal Coast Academy ranks #777 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Cal Coast Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Cal Coast Academy 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 Cal Coast Academy a private school?

Yes, Cal Coast Academy 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 Cal Coast Academy a religious school?

No, Cal Coast Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 15 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 33 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 6th – 12th
Enrollment: 55
Gender Split: 55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 5.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 10
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 5.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: San Diego County
Phone: (858) 481-0882

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