Average
#577 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 32% of private schools
La Jolla Country Day School
School
9490 GENESEE AVE, La Jolla, CA 92037
Enrollment
1,082
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,082
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#577 of 1,787
In La Jolla
#4 of 9
public schools
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About La Jolla Country Day School
La Jolla Country Day School is a private school in La Jolla, CA. La Jolla Country Day School serves approximately 1,082 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. La Jolla Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #577 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, La Jolla Country Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
La Jolla Country Day School 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 La Jolla Country Day School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in La Jolla, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| La Jolla Country Day School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Preuss School UCSD | 7.1 |
| Torrey Pines Elementary | 8.5 |
| La Jolla Elementary | 9.1 |
| Muirlands Middle | 8.3 |
| La Jolla High | 7.5 |
| Bird Rock Elementary | 7.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
9490 GENESEE AVE, La Jolla, CA 92037
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering La Jolla Country Day School may also want to explore other schools in the area. University City High (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Another option is Curie Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Standley Middle (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Jolla, see our La Jolla schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| La Jolla Country Day School La Jolla | 0.0 mi | — |
| Preuss School UCSD La Jolla | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| TORAH HIGH SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Doyle Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| University City High San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| BETH MONTESSORI La Jolla | 1.6 mi | — |
| Curie Elementary San Diego | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Standley Middle San Diego | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Spreckels Elementary San Diego | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Torrey Pines Elementary La Jolla | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Via Talentum Academy San Diego | 2.1 mi | — |
| Torrey Hills San Diego | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| MISSION BAY MONTESSORI ACADEMY San Diego | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Altus Schools Charter School of San Diego San Diego | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| FUSION SAN DIEGO San Diego | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Fusion Academy San Diego | 2.6 mi | — |
| NATIONAL UNIVERSITY VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL La Jolla | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Whitman Elementary San Diego | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Alcott Elementary San Diego | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| THE CHILDRENS SCHOOL La Jolla | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
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
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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 Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend La Jolla Country Day School?
La Jolla Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 1,082 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Jolla Country Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at La Jolla Country Day School is 9:1. 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 ranks #577 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is La Jolla Country Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
La Jolla Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is La Jolla Country Day School a private school?
Yes, La Jolla Country Day School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is La Jolla Country Day School a religious school?
No, La Jolla Country Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,082
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 121
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (858) 453-3440
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