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Mission Basilica School
Elementary School
31641 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Enrollment
207
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
207
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About Mission Basilica School
Mission Basilica School is an private elementary school in San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675. The school serves approximately 207 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $127,893, where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, Mission Basilica School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Mission Basilica School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Mission Basilica School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mission Basilica School (this school) | — |
| Bridges Community Day | — |
| OCASA College Prep | 6.9 |
| San Juan Elementary | 3.0 |
| Harold Ambuehl Elementary | 8.5 |
| Kinoshita Elementary | 5.1 |
| Marco Forster Middle | 7.0 |
| Capistrano Home/Virtual | 4.8 |
| Del Obispo Elementary | 8.2 |
| California Connections Academy Southern California | 2.7 |
| California Connections Academy Central Coast | 2.3 |
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
- 207 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Address
- 31641 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
- Phone
- (949) 234-1385
- 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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
31641 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mission Basilica School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Harold Ambuehl Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away). Another option is MISSION BASILICA SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10). Additionally, THE JOHNSON ACADEMY (rated 5.2/10, 0.4 miles away). For more schools in San Juan Capistrano, see our San Juan Capistrano schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MISSION BASILICA SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 0.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Bridges Community Day San Juan Capistrano | 0.0 mi | — |
| OCASA College Prep San Juan Capistrano | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| San Juan Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 0.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Capistrano Union High San Juan Capistrano | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| MARBELLA MONTESSORI San Juan Capistrano | 0.4 mi | — |
| Opportunities for Learning - Capistrano Covina | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| FOUNDATIONS COGNITIVE SCHOOLS San Juan Capistrano | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| THE JOHNSON ACADEMY San Juan Capistrano | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| CAPISTRANO VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS San Juan Capistrano | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| St. Margaret's Episcopal School San Juan Capistrano | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST MARGARET S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| FAIRMONT PRIVATE SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Fairmont Schools Inc. - San Juan Capistrano Campus San Juan Capistrano | 1.0 mi | — |
| FAIRMONT SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO San Juan Capistrano | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Harold Ambuehl Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| JSERRA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| JSerra Catholic High School San Juan Capistrano | 1.3 mi | — |
| Kinoshita Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Capistrano Home/Virtual San Juan Capistrano | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92675 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,893
Median Home Value
$929,700
Median Rent
$2,500/mo
Population
34,998
College Educated
42.3%
Homeownership
78.5%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
44.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mission Basilica School has a median household income of $127,893. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $929,700, with a median rent of $2,500/month. The local poverty rate of 7.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mission Basilica School
What grades does Mission Basilica School serve?
Mission Basilica School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Mission Basilica School?
Mission Basilica School has an enrollment of approximately 207 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mission Basilica School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mission Basilica School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Mission Basilica School a private school?
Yes, Mission Basilica 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,291/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Juan Capistrano). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 207
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Orange
- Phone
- (949) 234-1385
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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