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#1144 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Guide Academy
School
788 LEYLAND DR, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,144 of 1,787
In Diamond Bar
#2 of 4
public schools
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Guide Academy
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About Guide Academy
Guide Academy is a private school in Diamond Bar, CA. Guide Academy serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades Pre-K-9th, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Guide Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,144 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, Guide 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 3.5:1 students to teachers, Guide Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Guide 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 Guide Academy compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Diamond Bar, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Guide Academy (this school) | 5.9 |
| Pantera Elementary | 8.7 |
| Lorbeer Middle | 6.8 |
| Golden Springs Elementary | 6.0 |
| Armstrong Elementary | 7.1 |
| Quail Summit Elementary | 8.5 |
| Chaparral Middle | 8.4 |
| Maple Hill Elementary | 8.6 |
| Evergreen Elementary | 7.3 |
| Diamond Bar High | 8.0 |
| Castle Rock Elementary | 6.6 |
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
788 LEYLAND DR, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Guide Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Pantera Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maple Hill Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Quail Summit Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Diamond Bar, see our Diamond Bar schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pantera Elementary Diamond Bar | 0.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Golden Springs Elementary Diamond Bar | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Lorbeer Middle Diamond Bar | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| MT CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Diamond Bar | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Mt Calvary Lutheran Diamond Bar | 1.0 mi | — |
| VILLAGE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Diamond Bar | 1.0 mi | — |
| VILLAGE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Diamond Bar | 1.0 mi | — |
| LiMai Montessori Academy Diamond Bar | 1.0 mi | — |
| DIAMOND BAR MONTESSORI ACADEMY Diamond Bar | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Diamond Ranch High Pomona | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Quail Summit Elementary Diamond Bar | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Armstrong Elementary Diamond Bar | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Ranch Hills Elementary Pomona | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Chaparral Middle Diamond Bar | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Decker Elementary Pomona | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Maple Hill Elementary Diamond Bar | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Westmont Elementary Pomona | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Country Springs Elementary Chino | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN-CHINO HILLS Chino Hills | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ST CHRISTOPHER-JOSEPH-AQUINAS ACADEMIC ACADEMY Diamond Bar | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91765 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,737
Median Home Value
$878,900
Median Rent
$2,395/mo
Population
44,779
College Educated
53.3%
Homeownership
77.2%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
45.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Guide Academy
What grades does Guide Academy serve?
Guide Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 9th.
How many students attend Guide Academy?
Guide Academy has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Guide Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Guide Academy is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Guide Academy rank in CA?
Guide Academy ranks #1,144 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Guide Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Guide Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Guide Academy a private school?
Yes, Guide 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 Guide Academy a religious school?
No, Guide Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 9th
- Enrollment
- 38
- Gender Split
- 8% M / 92% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (714) 603-7811
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