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#1186 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Futures Academy Carlsbad
High School
705 PALOMAR AIRPORT RD STE 350, Carlsbad, CA 92011
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,186 of 1,787
In Carlsbad
#5 of 7
public schools
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Futures Academy Carlsbad
High School in Carlsbad · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Futures Academy Carlsbad
Futures Academy Carlsbad is a private high school in Carlsbad, CA. Futures Academy Carlsbad serves approximately 37 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 4.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Futures Academy Carlsbad has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,186 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 37 students, Futures Academy Carlsbad 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 4.7:1 students to teachers, Futures Academy Carlsbad sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Futures Academy Carlsbad 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 Futures Academy Carlsbad compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Carlsbad, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Futures Academy Carlsbad (this school) | 5.8 |
| Valley Middle | 7.3 |
| Aviara Oaks Middle | 8.5 |
| Carlsbad Seaside Academy | 6.6 |
| Carlsbad High | 6.4 |
| Carlsbad Village Academy | 5.5 |
| Sage Creek High | 8.2 |
| Calavera Hills Middle | 7.6 |
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
705 PALOMAR AIRPORT RD STE 350, Carlsbad, CA 92011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Futures Academy Carlsbad may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ARMY & NAVY ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carlsbad High (rated 6.4/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Carlsbad Village Academy (rated 5.5/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Carlsbad, see our Carlsbad schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Rim Elementary Carlsbad | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Kelly Elementary Carlsbad | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
| CARLSBAD COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Carlsbad | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Jefferson Elementary Carlsbad | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Valley Middle Carlsbad | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| REDEEMER BY THE SEA LUTHERAN KINDERGARTEN&PRESCHL Carlsbad | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Redeemer by the Sea Lutheran Kindergarten and Preschool Carlsbad | 2.2 mi | — |
| SANDERLING WALDORF SCHOOL Carlsbad | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Magnolia Elementary Carlsbad | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| CASA MONTESSORI DE CARLSBAD Carlsbad | 2.6 mi | — |
| Carlsbad High Carlsbad | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Carlsbad Village Academy Carlsbad | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Carlsbad Seaside Academy Carlsbad | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Carlsbad | 2.9 mi | — |
| CARLSBAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Carlsbad | 3.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Aviara Oaks Middle Carlsbad | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Aviara Oaks Elementary Carlsbad | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Army and Navy Academy Carlsbad | 3.4 mi | — |
| ARMY & NAVY ACADEMY Carlsbad | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Buena Vista Elementary Carlsbad | 3.6 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,985
Median Home Value
$1,188,400
Median Rent
$3,138/mo
Population
23,715
College Educated
67.4%
Homeownership
64.1%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
43.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Futures Academy Carlsbad
What grades does Futures Academy Carlsbad serve?
Futures Academy Carlsbad serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Futures Academy Carlsbad?
Futures Academy Carlsbad has an enrollment of approximately 37 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Futures Academy Carlsbad?
The student-teacher ratio at Futures Academy Carlsbad is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Futures Academy Carlsbad rank in CA?
Futures Academy Carlsbad ranks #1,186 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Futures Academy Carlsbad's MySchoolScout rating?
Futures Academy Carlsbad has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Futures Academy Carlsbad a private school?
Yes, Futures Academy Carlsbad 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 Futures Academy Carlsbad a religious school?
No, Futures Academy Carlsbad is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 37
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (760) 732-1200
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