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Dot to Dot
Elementary School
12160 ALTA CARMEL CT, San Diego, CA 92128
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Dot to Dot
Elementary School in San Diego · grades Kindergarten – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dot to Dot
Dot to Dot is a private elementary school in San Diego, CA. Dot to Dot serves approximately 12 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-Kindergarten, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 12 students, Dot to Dot 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.
Dot to Dot 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 Dot to Dot compares to 195 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dot to Dot (this school) | — |
| Highland Ranch Elementary | 7.0 |
| Turtleback Elementary | 5.8 |
| Rolling Hills Elementary | 8.9 |
| Shoal Creek Elementary | 7.7 |
| Los Penasquitos Elementary | 7.5 |
| Westwood Elementary | 8.5 |
| Stone Ranch Elementary | 7.3 |
| Morning Creek Elementary | 8.3 |
| Monterey Ridge Elementary | 8.0 |
| Creekside Elementary | 8.0 |
| Design 39 Campus | 8.6 |
| Sunset Hills Elementary | 7.8 |
| Adobe Bluffs Elementary | 9.0 |
| Dingeman Elementary | 8.7 |
| Sundance Elementary | 8.9 |
| Scripps Elementary | 8.9 |
| Del Sur Elementary | 8.0 |
| Deer Canyon Elementary | 8.3 |
| Canyon View Elementary | 8.0 |
| Willow Grove Elementary | 8.0 |
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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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 12 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Address
- 12160 ALTA CARMEL CT, San Diego, CA 92128
- Phone
- (858) 485-1978
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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
12160 ALTA CARMEL CT, San Diego, CA 92128
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dot to Dot may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rolling Hills Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away). Another option is Westwood Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.7 miles away). Additionally, Painted Rock Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Poway). For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rancho Bernardo High San Diego | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Bernardo Heights Middle San Diego | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Highland Ranch Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ST MICHAEL'S SCHOOL Poway | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Country Montessori School of Poway Poway | 0.9 mi | — |
| Turtleback Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Abraxas Continuation High Poway | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Rolling Hills Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Shoal Creek Elementary San Diego | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Meadowbrook Middle Poway | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Los Penasquitos Elementary San Diego | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Poway to Palomar Middle College High San Diego | 2.3 mi | — |
| Pomerado Elementary Poway | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Chaparral Elementary Poway | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| THE GROWING PLACE MONTESSORI Poway | 2.6 mi | — |
| Oak Valley Middle San Diego | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Painted Rock Elementary Poway | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Praxis Elite Sports Academy San Diego | 2.5 mi | — |
| Westwood Elementary San Diego | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Amazing Grace Christian School San Diego | 2.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,150
Median Home Value
$875,400
Median Rent
$2,760/mo
Population
48,492
College Educated
64.3%
Homeownership
65.5%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
44.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dot to Dot
What grades does Dot to Dot serve?
Dot to Dot serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Dot to Dot?
Dot to Dot has an enrollment of approximately 12 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dot to Dot?
The student-teacher ratio at Dot to Dot is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Dot to Dot a private school?
Yes, Dot to Dot 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 Dot to Dot a religious school?
No, Dot to Dot is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 12
- Gender Split
- 67% M / 33% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (858) 485-1978
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