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#706 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 40% of private schools
Childrens Workshop
Middle School
9524 KEARNY VILLA RD, San Diego, CA 92126
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
3rd – 8th
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
3rd – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#706 of 1,787
In San Diego
#25 of 56
public schools
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About Childrens Workshop
Childrens Workshop is a private middle school in San Diego, CA. Childrens Workshop serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 4.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Childrens Workshop has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #706 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 49 students, Childrens Workshop 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 4.9:1 students to teachers, Childrens Workshop sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Childrens Workshop 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 Childrens Workshop compares to 248 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Childrens Workshop (this school) | 6.6 |
| Wangenheim Middle | 6.5 |
| Walker Elementary | 6.3 |
| Marshall Middle | 8.8 |
| Mason Elementary | 5.1 |
| Miramar Ranch Elementary | 8.0 |
| Hage Elementary | 5.8 |
| Jonas Salk Elementary | 8.7 |
| Hickman Elementary | 8.5 |
| Ericson Elementary | 8.6 |
| Jerabek Elementary | 8.9 |
| Challenger Middle | 8.0 |
| Sandburg Elementary | 8.3 |
| Dingeman Elementary | 8.7 |
| Scripps Elementary | 8.9 |
| Canyon View Elementary | 8.0 |
| Park Village Elementary | 8.1 |
| Altus Schools Charter School of San Diego | 4.7 |
| San Diego Mission Academy | 3.6 |
| Creekside Elementary | 8.0 |
| Morning Creek Elementary | 8.3 |
Showing 20 of 248 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
9524 KEARNY VILLA RD, San Diego, CA 92126
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Childrens Workshop may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Marshall Middle (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wangenheim Middle (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Workshop San Diego | 0.0 mi | — |
| SCRIPPS MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Diego | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Wangenheim Middle San Diego | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Scripps Ranch High San Diego | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Walker Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| FUSION SAN DIEGO SCRIPPS RANCH San Diego | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Fusion Academy San Diego Scripps Ranch San Diego | 1.4 mi | — |
| Mason Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Marshall Middle San Diego | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Christ the Cornerstone Lutheran Academy San Diego | 1.5 mi | — |
| Hage Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Zensei Education San Diego | 1.5 mi | — |
| Mira Mesa High San Diego | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Miramar Ranch Elementary San Diego | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Diego | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Ericson Elementary San Diego | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Chabad Hebrew Academy San Diego | 2.0 mi | — |
| Jonas Salk Elementary San Diego | 2.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Hickman Elementary San Diego | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Jerabek Elementary San Diego | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,232
Median Home Value
$802,000
Median Rent
$2,630/mo
Population
77,239
College Educated
48.9%
Homeownership
52.7%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
36.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Childrens Workshop
What grades does Childrens Workshop serve?
Childrens Workshop serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.
How many students attend Childrens Workshop?
Childrens Workshop has an enrollment of approximately 49 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Childrens Workshop?
The student-teacher ratio at Childrens Workshop is 4.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Childrens Workshop rank in CA?
Childrens Workshop ranks #706 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Childrens Workshop's MySchoolScout rating?
Childrens Workshop has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Childrens Workshop a private school?
Yes, Childrens Workshop 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 Childrens Workshop a religious school?
No, Childrens Workshop is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 3rd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 49
- Gender Split
- 80% M / 20% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (619) 521-3990
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