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Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy
Elementary School
29702 Kensington Drive, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2024-25
Data vintage2024-25
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Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy
Elementary School in Laguna Niguel · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Laguna Niguel JR Academy
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About Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy
Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy is a private elementary school in Laguna Niguel, CA. Laguna Niguel Jr.
Academy serves approximately 25 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly. Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 25 students, Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy 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.
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy 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 Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Laguna Niguel, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy (this school) | — |
| Moulton Elementary | 7.8 |
| Community Roots Academy | 7.3 |
| Orange County Academy of Sciences and Arts | 8.5 |
| Hidden Hills Elementary | 7.3 |
| Laguna Niguel Elementary | 8.6 |
| Niguel Hills Middle | 7.8 |
| George White Elementary | 6.7 |
| Marian Bergeson Elementary | 8.3 |
| John Malcom Elementary | 6.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 25 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Address
- 29702 Kensington Drive, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
- Phone
- (949) 495-3428
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
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Location
29702 Kensington Drive, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Canyon Vista Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Aliso Viejo). Another option is Laguna Niguel Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away). Additionally, Orange County Academy of Sciences and Arts (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away). For more schools in Laguna Niguel, see our Laguna Niguel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAGUNA NIGUEL JR ACADEMY Laguna Niguel | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| KENSINGTON MONTESSORRI SCHOOL Laguna Niguel | 0.1 mi | — |
| Moulton Elementary Laguna Niguel | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Community Christian Homeschool Aliso Viejo | 1.4 mi | — |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Aliso Viejo | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Wood Canyon Elementary Aliso Viejo | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Mission Lutheran School Laguna Niguel | 1.5 mi | — |
| MISSION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Laguna Niguel | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Community Roots Academy Laguna Niguel | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Orange County Academy of Sciences and Arts Laguna Niguel | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| MONTESSORI OF LAGUNA NIGUEL Laguna Niguel | 1.7 mi | — |
| KIE Montessori Laguna Niguel | 1.7 mi | — |
| ALISO VIEJO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aliso Viejo | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Aliso Niguel High Aliso Viejo | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Laguna Niguel Elementary Laguna Niguel | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Hidden Hills Elementary Laguna Niguel | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Stratford School Laguna Niguel Laguna Niguel | 1.7 mi | — |
| MCDOWELL SCHOOL Laguna Niguel | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| LAGUNA NIGUEL MONTESSORI CENTER Laguna Niguel | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Canyon Vista Elementary Aliso Viejo | 2.2 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92677 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$140,605
Median Home Value
$1,123,000
Median Rent
$2,819/mo
Population
64,023
College Educated
59.3%
Homeownership
66.5%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
47.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy
What grades does Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy serve?
Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy?
Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy has an enrollment of approximately 25 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy a private school?
Yes, Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 25
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 495-3428
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