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High Bluff Academy
High School
5531 Cancha De Golf, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2024-25
Data vintage2024-25
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High Bluff Academy
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About High Bluff Academy
High Bluff Academy is a private high school in Rancho Santa Fe, CA. High Bluff Academy serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.9:1 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 52 students, High Bluff 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 6.9:1 students to teachers, High Bluff Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
High Bluff 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 High Bluff Academy compares to the 3 public schools in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
All Schools in Rancho Santa Fe
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| High Bluff Academy (this school) | — |
| Solana Santa Fe Elementary | 8.7 |
| R. Roger Rowe Elementary | 9.4 |
| R. Roger Rowe Middle | 9.2 |
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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 52 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Address
- 5531 Cancha De Golf, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091
- Phone
- (858) 509-9101
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
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 4 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.
Location
5531 Cancha De Golf, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering High Bluff Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Canyon Crest Academy (rated 8.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Encinitas). Another option is Torrey Pines High (rated 6.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Encinitas). Additionally, HIGH BLUFF ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10). For more schools in Rancho Santa Fe, see our Rancho Santa Fe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HIGH BLUFF ACADEMY Rancho Santa Fe | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| HORIZON PREP Rancho Santa Fe | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| THE NATIVITY SCHOOL Rancho Santa Fe | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Solana Santa Fe Elementary Rancho Santa Fe | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| DIEGUENO COUNTRY SCHOOL Rancho Santa Fe | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Diegueno Country School Rancho Santa Fe | 1.4 mi | — |
| R. Roger Rowe Elementary Rancho Santa Fe | 2.0 mi | 9.4 |
| R. Roger Rowe Middle Rancho Santa Fe | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Solana Ranch Elementary San Diego | 2.2 mi | 9.4 |
| CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL San Diego | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Ashley Falls Elementary San Diego | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Torrey Pines High Encinitas | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Del Mar Pines School San Diego | 2.6 mi | — |
| DEL MAR PINES SCHOOL San Diego | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Amazing Grace online School San Diego | 2.4 mi | — |
| Solana Vista Elementary Solana Beach | 2.3 mi | 9.4 |
| Sycamore Ridge San Diego | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| LEPORT MONTESSORI Del Mar | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| LePort Montessori Solana Beach Del Mar | 2.4 mi | — |
| Canyon Crest Academy Encinitas | 2.7 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92091 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,705
Median Home Value
$1,695,100
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
1,215
College Educated
74.9%
Homeownership
78%
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
65.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about High Bluff Academy
What grades does High Bluff Academy serve?
High Bluff Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend High Bluff Academy?
High Bluff Academy has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at High Bluff Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at High Bluff Academy is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is High Bluff Academy a private school?
Yes, High Bluff Academy is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 52
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (858) 509-9101
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