Average
#1514 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Foundations Cognitive Schools
School
31878 DEL OBISPO ST STE 118-358, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,514 of 1,787
In San Juan Capistrano
#5 of 9
public schools
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Foundations Cognitive Schools
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About Foundations Cognitive Schools
Foundations Cognitive Schools is a private school in San Juan Capistrano, CA. Foundations Cognitive Schools serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Foundations Cognitive Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,514 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, Foundations Cognitive Schools 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 9.5:1 students to teachers, Foundations Cognitive Schools sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Foundations Cognitive Schools 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 Foundations Cognitive Schools compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Foundations Cognitive Schools (this school) | 5.1 |
| San Juan Elementary | 4.0 |
| Bridges Community Day | — |
| OCASA College Prep | 4.3 |
| Capistrano Union High | 6.3 |
| Harold Ambuehl Elementary | 6.9 |
| Kinoshita Elementary | 4.1 |
| California Preparatory Academy | 7.7 |
| Capistrano Home/Virtual | 7.6 |
| Marco Forster Middle | 6.2 |
| Del Obispo Elementary | 6.4 |
| California Connections Academy Southern California | 3.4 |
| San Juan Hills High | 8.6 |
| California Connections Academy Central Coast | 2.7 |
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
31878 DEL OBISPO ST STE 118-358, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Foundations Cognitive Schools may also want to explore other schools in the area. FAIRMONT PRIVATE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FAIRMONT SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAPISTRANO VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS (rated 4.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Juan Capistrano, see our San Juan Capistrano schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Opportunities for Learning - Capistrano Covina | 0.0 mi | 6.4 |
| THE JOHNSON ACADEMY San Juan Capistrano | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| San Juan Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| MISSION BASILICA SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Mission Basilica School San Juan Capistrano | 0.5 mi | — |
| Bridges Community Day San Juan Capistrano | 0.5 mi | — |
| OCASA College Prep San Juan Capistrano | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Capistrano Union High San Juan Capistrano | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| MARBELLA MONTESSORI San Juan Capistrano | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST MARGARET S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| St. Margaret's Episcopal School San Juan Capistrano | 0.7 mi | — |
| CAPISTRANO VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS San Juan Capistrano | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Harold Ambuehl Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Capistrano Home/Virtual San Juan Capistrano | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| California Preparatory Academy San Juan Capistrano | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Kinoshita Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Marco Forster Middle San Juan Capistrano | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| FAIRMONT PRIVATE SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| California Connections Academy Southern California San Juan Capistrano | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| FAIRMONT SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO San Juan Capistrano | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92675 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,893
Median Home Value
$929,700
Median Rent
$2,500/mo
Population
34,998
College Educated
42.3%
Homeownership
78.5%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
44.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Foundations Cognitive Schools
What grades does Foundations Cognitive Schools serve?
Foundations Cognitive Schools serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend Foundations Cognitive Schools?
Foundations Cognitive Schools has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Foundations Cognitive Schools?
The student-teacher ratio at Foundations Cognitive Schools is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Foundations Cognitive Schools rank in CA?
Foundations Cognitive Schools ranks #1,514 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Foundations Cognitive Schools's MySchoolScout rating?
Foundations Cognitive Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Foundations Cognitive Schools a private school?
Yes, Foundations Cognitive Schools 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 Foundations Cognitive Schools a religious school?
No, Foundations Cognitive Schools is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 38
- Gender Split
- 66% M / 34% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 482-0383
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