Very Good
#2577 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
Jcs - Cedar Cove
School · JCS - Cedar Cove District
PO Box 2470, Julian, CA 92036
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Julian
#2 of 6
public schools
California schools
#38 of 475
Equity
7.8 / 10
Very strong
About Jcs - Cedar Cove
JCS - Cedar Cove serves 117 students from kindergarten through 12th grade in the mountain community of Julian, California. This charter school maintains a close-knit learning environment with a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio and seven full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for personalized attention across all grade levels. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.9 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking in the 86th percentile statewide at #1,311 out of 9,566 California schools.
Students show solid achievement in core subjects, with 47% reaching proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 46% meeting or exceeding standards in mathematics. As a charter school, JCS - Cedar Cove offers families an alternative educational approach within the public school system, serving students across the full K-12 spectrum in a single campus setting. The small school size enables teachers and staff to develop meaningful relationships with students and provides opportunities for multi-age learning experiences.
The school is nestled in Julian, a charming mountain town in San Diego County known for its rural character and tight-knit community atmosphere. Families in the area enjoy a median household income of $72,500, with the surrounding ZIP code home to approximately 3,075 residents who value the peaceful, small-town setting away from urban centers.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 117 students, Jcs - Cedar Cove is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Jcs - Cedar Cove is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
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: 54%).
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 10 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: 7.7/10.
How Jcs - Cedar Cove Compares
See how Jcs - Cedar Cove performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 37% (2019) to 50% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 57% (2019) to 56% (2024).
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 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Cardiff-By-The-Sea), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sunset High (Continuation) (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Encinitas), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PACIFIC ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Encinitas), with a very similar 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 | 6.7 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ENCINITAS Encinitas | 0.4 mi | — |
| Ocean Knoll Elementary Encinitas | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| San Dieguito HS Academy Encinitas | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Sunset High (Continuation) Encinitas | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| 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 | 6.5 |
| Ada W. Harris Elementary Cardiff-By-The-Sea | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Flora Vista Elementary Encinitas | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| 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 | 7.3 |
| Encinitas Country Day School Encinitas | 1.7 mi | — |
| ENCINITAS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Encinitas | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Diegueno Middle Encinitas | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Cardiff Elementary Cardiff-By-The-Sea | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Jcs - Cedar Cove has a median household income of $71,875. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $544,700, with a median rent of $1,938/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.4%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACACIAWOOD PREPARATORY ACADEMY Anaheim, CA | 7.3 |
| POINT QUEST CENTRAL VALLEY Lodi, CA | 7.3 |
| Puente Hills High Hacienda Heights, CA | 7.3 |
| SPEECH & LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT CENTER Buena Park, CA | 7.3 |
| HERITAGE BAPTIST ACADEMY Antioch, CA | 7.2 |
| KIPP Stockton Stockton, CA | 7.2 |
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 is ranked #2577 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Jcs - Cedar Cove's MySchoolScout rating?
Jcs - Cedar Cove has a composite rating of 7.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Jcs - Cedar Cove?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Jcs - Cedar Cove has 45.5% math proficiency and 50.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
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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Neighborhood Context
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
- Phone
- (760) 230-2870
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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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