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#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

Charter

Enrollment

117

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.25 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics7.6Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50%
Reading/ELA Proficiency56%
Math vs. State Avg+4.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.2 pts
Overall Proficiency53%
Expected (poverty-adj.)54%
vs. Expected-0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
College Readiness6.5Above Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,983

Jcs - Cedar Cove — Students at Jcs - Cedar Cove score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 45.5%
School
State
40.9%
ELA Proficiency 50.8%
School
State
44.6%

Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
46.1%
ELA
46.7%

* 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.

Overall Score
7.3/10
73th percentile in CA
Academic
7.6/10
7.6/10
Growth
7.7/10
Above average
Environment
7.7/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
7 teachers

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

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Bike Score
57 Bikeable
County Safety
Low (114/100K)

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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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

JCS - Cedar Cove District
District Enrollment
117
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,728
District Rank
#1 of 1

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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