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#794 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 44% of private schools
Mission Basilica School
Elementary School
31641 EL CAMINO REAL, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Enrollment
252
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
252
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#794 of 1,787
In San Juan Capistrano
#3 of 9
public schools
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Mission Basilica School
Elementary School in San Juan Capistrano · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mission Basilica School
Mission Basilica School is a private elementary school in San Juan Capistrano, CA. Mission Basilica School serves approximately 252 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mission Basilica School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #794 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mission Basilica 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 Mission Basilica School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mission Basilica School (this school) | 6.4 |
| Bridges Community Day | — |
| OCASA College Prep | 4.3 |
| San Juan Elementary | 4.0 |
| Harold Ambuehl Elementary | 6.9 |
| Kinoshita Elementary | 4.1 |
| Marco Forster Middle | 6.2 |
| Capistrano Home/Virtual | 7.6 |
| Del Obispo Elementary | 6.4 |
| California Connections Academy Southern California | 3.4 |
| California Connections Academy Central Coast | 2.7 |
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
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. Capistrano Home/Virtual (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harold Ambuehl Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THE JOHNSON ACADEMY (rated 5.3/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 | — |
| Bridges Community Day San Juan Capistrano | 0.0 mi | — |
| OCASA College Prep San Juan Capistrano | 0.1 mi | 4.3 |
| San Juan Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 0.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Capistrano Union High San Juan Capistrano | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| MARBELLA MONTESSORI San Juan Capistrano | 0.4 mi | — |
| Opportunities for Learning - Capistrano Covina | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| FOUNDATIONS COGNITIVE SCHOOLS San Juan Capistrano | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| THE JOHNSON ACADEMY San Juan Capistrano | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| CAPISTRANO VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS San Juan Capistrano | 0.6 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 SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO San Juan Capistrano | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Fairmont Schools Inc. - San Juan Capistrano Campus San Juan Capistrano | 1.1 mi | — |
| Harold Ambuehl Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| 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 | 4.1 |
| Capistrano Home/Virtual San Juan Capistrano | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BASIS INDEPENDENT FREMONT Fremont, CA | 6.4 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL ACADEMY Yorba Linda, CA | 6.4 |
| Cabrillo Avenue Elementary San Pedro, CA | 6.4 |
| Cordova Gardens Elementary Rancho Cordova, CA | 6.4 |
| Del Obispo Elementary San Juan Capistrano, CA | 6.4 |
| Durfee Elementary Pico Rivera, CA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mission Basilica School
What grades does Mission Basilica School serve?
Mission Basilica School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Mission Basilica School?
Mission Basilica School has an enrollment of approximately 252 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mission Basilica School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mission Basilica School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mission Basilica School rank in CA?
Mission Basilica School ranks #794 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Mission Basilica School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mission Basilica School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mission Basilica School a private school?
Yes, Mission Basilica School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Mission Basilica School a religious school?
Mission Basilica School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 252
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 234-1385
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