Excellent
#647 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Jcs - Cedar Cove
School · JCS - Cedar Cove District
PO Box 2470, Julian, CA 92036
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#647 of 9,539
In Julian
#2 of 6
public schools
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Jcs - Cedar Cove
Jcs - Cedar Cove is a public school in Julian, CA, part of JCS - Cedar Cove District. Jcs - Cedar Cove serves approximately 117 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Jcs - Cedar Cove has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #647 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Jcs - Cedar Cove show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 117 students, Jcs - Cedar Cove 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.
Jcs - Cedar Cove is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Jcs - Cedar Cove — Students at Jcs - Cedar Cove score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Jcs - Cedar Cove Compares
See how Jcs - Cedar Cove performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 2470, Julian, CA 92036
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jcs - Cedar Cove may also want to explore other schools in the area. Cardiff Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Cardiff-By-The-Sea), with a comparable rating. Another option is JCS - Mountain Oaks (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Encinitas), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Park Dale Lane Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Encinitas), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Julian, see our Julian schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Crest Middle Encinitas | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ENCINITAS Encinitas | 0.4 mi | — |
| Ocean Knoll Elementary Encinitas | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| San Dieguito HS Academy Encinitas | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Sunset High (Continuation) Encinitas | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Seeds of Hope Academy Encinitas | 0.9 mi | — |
| PACIFIC ACADEMY Encinitas | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Village Gate Children's Academy Cardiff | 1.1 mi | — |
| VILLAGE GATE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Cardiff-By-The-Sea | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| JCS - Mountain Oaks Encinitas | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Ada W. Harris Elementary Cardiff-By-The-Sea | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Flora Vista Elementary Encinitas | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Lingua Natal Encinitas | 1.2 mi | — |
| GRAUER SCHOOL THE Encinitas | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Grauer School, The Encinitas | 1.2 mi | — |
| Park Dale Lane Elementary Encinitas | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Encinitas Country Day School Encinitas | 1.7 mi | — |
| ENCINITAS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Encinitas | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Diegueno Middle Encinitas | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Cardiff Elementary Cardiff-By-The-Sea | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92036 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,875
Median Home Value
$544,700
Median Rent
$1,938/mo
Population
3,128
College Educated
36.8%
Homeownership
86.7%
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
53.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| KINGS CLASSICAL ACADEMY Livermore, CA | 8.6 |
| RENASCENCE SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL Costa Mesa, CA | 8.6 |
| Buena Vista Virtual Academy Yorba Linda, CA | 8.7 |
| CHARTWELL SCHOOL Seaside, CA | 8.7 |
| OAK GROVE CENTER (JACK WEAVER SCHOOL) Murrieta, CA | 8.4 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sacramento, CA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jcs - Cedar Cove
What grades does Jcs - Cedar Cove serve?
Jcs - Cedar Cove serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Jcs - Cedar Cove?
Jcs - Cedar Cove has an enrollment of approximately 117 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jcs - Cedar Cove?
The student-teacher ratio at Jcs - Cedar Cove is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jcs - Cedar Cove rank in CA?
Jcs - Cedar Cove ranks #647 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Jcs - Cedar Cove's MySchoolScout rating?
Jcs - Cedar Cove has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Jcs - Cedar Cove?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jcs - Cedar Cove has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Jcs - Cedar Cove a charter school?
Yes, Jcs - Cedar Cove is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Jcs - Cedar Cove a Title I school?
No, Jcs - Cedar Cove is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jcs - Cedar Cove?
37.6% of students at Jcs - Cedar Cove qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 117
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.1%
- Phone
- (760) 230-2870
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
JCS - Cedar Cove District- District Enrollment
- 117
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,728
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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