Excellent
#174 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 2% in state
Mt. Everest Academy
School · San Diego Unified
4350 Mt. Everest Blvd., San Diego, CA 92117
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#174 of 9,539
In San Diego
#10 of 288
public schools
In district
#6 of 174
San Diego Unified
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Mt. Everest Academy
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About Mt. Everest Academy
Mt. Everest Academy is a public school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Mt.
Everest Academy serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Everest Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #174 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mt. Everest Academy show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Mt. Everest Academy — Students at Mt. Everest Academy score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
22.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Mt. Everest Academy Compares
See how Mt. Everest Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4350 Mt. Everest Blvd., San Diego, CA 92117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Everest Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Learning Choice Academy (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Santee), a more accessible option. Another option is Riley/New Dawn (rated 5.8/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, John Muir Language Academy (rated 5.0/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JAPANESE ACADEMY OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 0.3 mi | — |
| High Tech Elementary Mesa San Diego | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| High Tech Middle Mesa San Diego | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| High Tech High Mesa San Diego | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Japanese Academy of San Diego San Diego | 0.5 mi | — |
| John Muir Language Academy San Diego | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Holmes Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| THE CHILD'S PRIMARY SCHOOL San Diego | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Child's Primary, The San Diego | 0.7 mi | — |
| Sequoia Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Riley/New Dawn San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Learning Choice Academy Santee | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| SCY HIGH (SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL) San Diego | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Clairemont Canyons Academy San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| REFORMATION LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Southern California Yeshiva High School San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| Reformation Lutheran Church and School San Diego | 1.0 mi | — |
| Madison High San Diego | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Creative Performing and Media Arts San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,286
Median Home Value
$914,400
Median Rent
$2,115/mo
Population
52,645
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
57.2%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Julian Charter Julian, CA | 9.1 |
| Redwood Coast Montessori Eureka, CA | 8.9 |
| Buena Vista Virtual Academy Yorba Linda, CA | 8.7 |
| CHARTWELL SCHOOL Seaside, CA | 8.7 |
| JCS - Manzanita La Mesa, CA | 8.6 |
| RENASCENCE SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL Costa Mesa, CA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Everest Academy
What grades does Mt. Everest Academy serve?
Mt. Everest Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Mt. Everest Academy?
Mt. Everest Academy has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Everest Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Everest Academy is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt. Everest Academy rank in CA?
Mt. Everest Academy ranks #174 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mt. Everest Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Everest Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mt. Everest Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Everest Academy has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mt. Everest Academy a charter school?
No, Mt. Everest Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Everest Academy a Title I school?
No, Mt. Everest Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Everest Academy?
22.4% of students at Mt. Everest Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 205
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 22.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.0%
- Phone
- (619) 605-8700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #6 of 174
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