Very Good
#243 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 14% of private schools
Community School of San Diego
High School
4764 SANTA MONICA AVE, San Diego, CA 92107
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#243 of 1,787
In San Diego
#8 of 56
public schools
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Community School of San Diego
High School in San Diego · grades 5th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Community School of San Diego
Community School of San Diego is a private high school in San Diego, CA. Community School of San Diego serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Community School of San Diego has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #243 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 41 students, Community School of San Diego 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 6.8:1 students to teachers, Community School of San Diego sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Community School of San Diego 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 Community School of San Diego compares to 282 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Community School of San Diego (this school) | 7.5 |
| Correia Middle | 7.6 |
| Dana | 8.2 |
| Point Loma High | 7.2 |
| High Tech High Media Arts | 5.7 |
| High Tech Middle Media Arts | 4.3 |
| High Tech Elementary Explorer | 3.0 |
| High Tech High International | 5.5 |
| High Tech Middle | 3.6 |
| High Tech High | 8.2 |
| High Tech Elementary | 5.7 |
| Urban Corps of San Diego County Charter | 5.3 |
| iHigh Virtual Academy | 5.7 |
| TRACE | 5.5 |
| Old Town Academy K-8 Charter | 3.1 |
| Crown Point Elementary | 7.0 |
| Bay Park Elementary | 8.0 |
| Pacific Beach Middle | 9.4 |
| Mission Bay High | 8.8 |
| Grant K-8 | 7.7 |
| Barnard Elementary | 9.2 |
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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
4764 SANTA MONICA AVE, San Diego, CA 92107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Community School of San Diego may also want to explore other high schools in the area. High Tech High (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Point Loma High (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, High Tech High Media Arts (rated 5.7/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean Beach Elementary San Diego | 0.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Community School of San Diego High School San Diego | 0.1 mi | — |
| Warren-Walker School San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| WARREN-WALKER SCHOOL San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Silver Gate Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Correia Middle San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Dana San Diego | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Point Loma High San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Sunset View Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Loma Portal Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Cabrillo Elementary San Diego | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| High Tech High Media Arts San Diego | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| High Tech Elementary Explorer San Diego | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| High Tech Middle Media Arts San Diego | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| THE ROCK ACADEMY San Diego | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| High Tech High International San Diego | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| High Tech Middle San Diego | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| High Tech High San Diego | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| BANYA TREE COMPASS ACADEMY San Diego | 1.8 mi | — |
| High Tech Elementary San Diego | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,262
Median Home Value
$1,218,200
Median Rent
$2,208/mo
Population
29,789
College Educated
61.6%
Homeownership
37.2%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
36.4
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| Acalanes Center for Independent Study Walnut Creek, CA | 7.5 |
| Centinela Valley Independent Study Lawndale, CA | 7.5 |
| FUSION SAN DIEGO SCRIPPS RANCH San Diego, CA | 7.5 |
| JE PORTAL SCHOOLS El Segundo, CA | 7.6 |
| Life Learning Academy Charter San Francisco, CA | 7.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Community School of San Diego
What grades does Community School of San Diego serve?
Community School of San Diego serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Community School of San Diego?
Community School of San Diego has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Community School of San Diego?
The student-teacher ratio at Community School of San Diego is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Community School of San Diego rank in CA?
Community School of San Diego ranks #243 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Community School of San Diego's MySchoolScout rating?
Community School of San Diego has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Community School of San Diego a private school?
Yes, Community School of San Diego 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 Community School of San Diego a religious school?
No, Community School of San Diego is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 41
- Gender Split
- 78% M / 22% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 210 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (619) 758-9424
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