Very Good
#370 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 21% of private schools
Monterey Bay Academy
High School
783 SAN ANDREAS RD, La Selva Beach, CA 95076
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#370 of 1,787
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About Monterey Bay Academy
Monterey Bay Academy is a private high school in La Selva Beach, CA. Monterey Bay Academy serves approximately 164 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Monterey Bay Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #370 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 164 students, Monterey Bay 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.
Monterey Bay 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 Monterey Bay Academy compares to the 1 public school in La Selva Beach, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in La Selva Beach
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Monterey Bay Academy (this school) | 7.2 |
| Renaissance High Continuation | 5.9 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
783 SAN ANDREAS RD, La Selva Beach, CA 95076
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Monterey Bay Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Diamond Technology Institute (rated 8.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Watsonville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Aptos High (rated 6.3/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Aptos), with a comparable rating. Additionally, New School Community Day (rated 6.2/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Watsonville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in La Selva Beach, see our La Selva Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Monterey Bay Academy La Selva Beach | 0.5 mi | — |
| Renaissance High Continuation La Selva Beach | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Pajaro Valley High Watsonville | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Rolling Hills Middle Watsonville | 3.0 mi | 4.4 |
| St. Abraham's Classical Christian Academy Aptos | 3.7 mi | — |
| Calabasas Elementary Watsonville | 3.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Freedom Elementary Freedom | 3.5 mi | 3.6 |
| New School Community Day Watsonville | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Landmark Elementary Watsonville | 3.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Rio del Mar Elementary Aptos | 4.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Diamond Technology Institute Watsonville | 3.7 mi | 8.9 |
| GREEN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watsonville | 3.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Starlight Elementary Watsonville | 3.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Middle Watsonville | 3.9 mi | 4.6 |
| H. A. Hyde Elementary Watsonville | 4.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Aptos High Aptos | 4.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter Freedom | 4.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Bradley Elementary Watsonville | 5.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Pacific Coast Charter Watsonville | 4.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Radcliff Elementary Watsonville | 4.3 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,685
Median Home Value
$767,200
Median Rent
$1,851/mo
Population
82,409
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cambridge Virtual Academy Anaheim, CA | 7.2 |
| Coronado High (Continuation) West Covina, CA | 7.2 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL OF THE BAY San Francisco, CA | 7.2 |
| Julian High Julian, CA | 7.2 |
| New Valley Continuation High Santa Clara, CA | 7.2 |
| Daniel Pearl Journalism & Communications Magnet Lake Balboa, CA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Monterey Bay Academy
What grades does Monterey Bay Academy serve?
Monterey Bay Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Monterey Bay Academy?
Monterey Bay Academy has an enrollment of approximately 164 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Monterey Bay Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Monterey Bay Academy is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Monterey Bay Academy rank in CA?
Monterey Bay Academy ranks #370 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Monterey Bay Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Monterey Bay Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Monterey Bay Academy a private school?
Yes, Monterey Bay Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Monterey Bay Academy a religious school?
Monterey Bay Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 164
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Phone
- (831) 728-1481
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