Average
#821 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 46% of private schools
Core Education Academy
Middle School
1925 RISDON RD, Concord, CA 94518
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
3rd – 8th
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
3rd – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#821 of 1,787
In Concord
#7 of 16
public schools
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Core Education Academy
Middle School in Concord · grades 3rd – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Core Education Academy
Core Education Academy is a private middle school in Concord, CA. Core Education Academy serves approximately 89 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Core Education Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #821 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 89 students, Core Education 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 4.5:1 students to teachers, Core Education Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Core Education 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 Core Education Academy compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Concord, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Core Education Academy (this school) | 6.4 |
| Oak Grove Middle | 5.3 |
| Ygnacio Valley Elementary | 3.5 |
| Woodside Elementary | 3.7 |
| Cambridge Elementary | 2.0 |
| Meadow Homes Elementary | 2.9 |
| El Monte Elementary | 3.2 |
| Crossroads High | — |
| Wren Avenue Elementary | 3.7 |
| Westwood Elementary | 4.3 |
| El Dorado Middle | 4.4 |
| Sunrise (Special Education) | — |
| Monte Gardens Elementary | 4.2 |
| Mountain View Elementary | 4.9 |
| Holbrook Language Academy | 3.4 |
| Silverwood Elementary | 5.5 |
| Glenbrook Academy | — |
| Floyd I. Marchus | 4.5 |
| Sun Terrace Elementary | 3.0 |
| Highlands Elementary | 5.7 |
| Ayers Elementary | 5.1 |
Showing 20 of 21 schools. View all schools in Concord
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
1925 RISDON RD, Concord, CA 94518
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Core Education Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SPECTRUM CENTER-VALLEY CAMPUS (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bancroft Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Walnut Creek), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ygnacio Valley High (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CORE Education Academy Concord | 0.1 mi | — |
| Oak Grove Middle Concord | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Saint Francis of Assisi Concord | 0.3 mi | — |
| Ygnacio Valley Elementary Concord | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI Concord | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| SPECTRUM CENTER-VALLEY CAMPUS Concord | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Spectrum Center, Inc.-Valley Campus Concord | 0.5 mi | — |
| DE LA SALLE HIGH SCHOOL Concord | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| De La Salle High School of Concord Concord | 0.7 mi | — |
| Carondelet High School Concord | 0.7 mi | — |
| CARONDELET HIGH SCHOOL Concord | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Ygnacio Valley High Concord | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Woodside Elementary Concord | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| SPRINGFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Walnut Creek | 1.0 mi | — |
| Bancroft Elementary Walnut Creek | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Contra Costa School of Performing Arts Walnut Creek | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Cambridge Elementary Concord | 1.0 mi | 2.0 |
| Sonder Creek Academy Walnut Creek | 1.0 mi | — |
| KLA SCHOOLS OF WALNUT CREEK Walnut Creek | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Fair Oaks Elementary Pleasant Hill | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94518 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,406
Median Home Value
$826,500
Median Rent
$2,290/mo
Population
27,743
College Educated
44.3%
Homeownership
69.2%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
40.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Borrego Springs Middle Borrego Springs, CA | 6.4 |
| MIT Griffin Academy Middle Vallejo, CA | 6.4 |
| Maricopa Middle Maricopa, CA | 6.4 |
| WARREN-WALKER MIDDLE SCHOOL San Diego, CA | 6.4 |
| HOPE ACADEMY FOR DYSLEXICS Concord, CA | 6.5 |
| Santa Lucia Middle Cambria, CA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Core Education Academy
What grades does Core Education Academy serve?
Core Education Academy serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.
How many students attend Core Education Academy?
Core Education Academy has an enrollment of approximately 89 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Core Education Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Core Education Academy is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Core Education Academy rank in CA?
Core Education Academy ranks #821 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Core Education Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Core Education Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Core Education Academy a private school?
Yes, Core Education 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 Core Education Academy a religious school?
No, Core Education Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 3rd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 89
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Phone
- (925) 448-2152
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