Excellent
#1032 of 3,177 private schools in CA
Top 33% of private schools
La Jolla Country Day School
High School
9490 Genesee Avenue, La Jolla, CA 92037
About La Jolla Country Day School
La Jolla Country Day School is a private high school in La Jolla, CA 92037. The school serves approximately 1,099 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 6.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.9/10, placing it in the 67.5th percentile among private schools in CA — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in classroom attention (8.1/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $141,822, where 76% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 6 public schools in La Jolla, La Jolla Country Day School rates higher overall (8.9 vs 6.1 average).
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BetaHow La Jolla Country Day School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in La Jolla, CA
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| La Jolla Country Day School (this school) | 8.9 |
| Preuss School UCSD | 6.0 |
| Torrey Pines Elementary | 6.7 |
| La Jolla Elementary | 5.8 |
| Muirlands Middle | 7.0 |
| La Jolla High | 5.9 |
| Bird Rock Elementary | 5.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
9490 Genesee Avenue, La Jolla, CA 92037
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LA JOLLA COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL La Jolla | 0.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Preuss School UCSD La Jolla | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| TORAH HIGH SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Doyle Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| University City High San Diego | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| BETH MONTESSORI La Jolla | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Curie Elementary San Diego | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Standley Middle San Diego | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Spreckels Elementary San Diego | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Torrey Pines Elementary La Jolla | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Via Talentum Academy San Diego | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| MISSION BAY MONTESSORI ACADEMY San Diego | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Torrey Hills San Diego | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Altus Schools Charter School of San Diego San Diego | 2.5 mi | 3.9 |
| FUSION SAN DIEGO San Diego | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Fusion Academy San Diego | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| NATIONAL UNIVERSITY VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL La Jolla | 2.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Whitman Elementary San Diego | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Alcott Elementary San Diego | 3.2 mi | 3.7 |
| THE CHILDRENS SCHOOL La Jolla | 2.9 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$141,822
Median Home Value
$1,857,800
Median Rent
$2,632/mo
Population
39,284
College Educated
75.6%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
44.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bishop's School, The La Jolla, CA | 8.9 |
| Port of Los Angeles High San Pedro, CA | 8.9 |
| THE BISHOP'S SCHOOL La Jolla, CA | 8.9 |
| Escondido Charter High Escondido, CA | 9.0 |
| Piedmont High Piedmont, CA | 8.8 |
| San Marino High San Marino, CA | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Jolla Country Day School
What grades does La Jolla Country Day School serve?
La Jolla Country Day School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend La Jolla Country Day School?
La Jolla Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 1,099 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Jolla Country Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at La Jolla Country Day School is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does La Jolla Country Day School rank in CA?
La Jolla Country Day School is ranked #1032 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is La Jolla Country Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
La Jolla Country Day School has a composite rating of 8.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is La Jolla Country Day School a private school?
Yes, La Jolla Country Day School 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,099
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 161
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- San Diego
- Phone
- (858) 453-3440
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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