Excellent
#696 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 7% 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
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In San Diego
#20 of 288
public schools
California schools
#3 of 475
In district
#16 of 174
San Diego Unified
Equity
9.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Mt. Everest Academy
Mt. Everest Academy is a public school in San Diego, CA, part of the San Diego Unified. The school serves approximately 205 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 18.6:1.
It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 92.7th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 75% proficiency in math, 42 points above the state average and 82% in reading/language arts, 34 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.8/10).
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $105,286, where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
Full Profile · 4/4 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Mt. Everest Academy — Students at Mt. Everest Academy score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
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 14 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: 6.6/10.
How Mt. Everest Academy Compares
See how Mt. Everest Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 77% (2019) to 78.63% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 87% (2019) to 84.17% (2024).
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 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Santee), with a comparable rating. Another option is John Muir Language Academy (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Riley/New Dawn (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 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 | 4.1 |
| High Tech Middle Mesa San Diego | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| High Tech High Mesa San Diego | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Japanese Academy of San Diego San Diego | 0.5 mi | — |
| John Muir Language Academy San Diego | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Holmes Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| 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 | 9.4 |
| Riley/New Dawn San Diego | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Learning Choice Academy Santee | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| SCY HIGH (SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL) San Diego | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Clairemont Canyons Academy San Diego | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| 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 | 7.3 |
| Creative Performing and Media Arts San Diego | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mt. Everest Academy has a median household income of $105,286. It is a well-educated community where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $914,400, with a median rent of $2,115/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.4%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| RENASCENCE SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL Costa Mesa, CA | 8.6 |
| CHARTWELL SCHOOL Seaside, CA | 8.7 |
| CIS Academy Pasadena, CA | 8.2 |
| EAST BAY GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Emeryville, CA | 8.2 |
| LIVERMORE VALLEY ACADEMY Livermore, CA | 8.2 |
| Buckeye Union Mandarin Immersion Charter El Dorado Hills, CA | 8.1 |
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 is ranked #696 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Mt. Everest Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Everest Academy has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mt. Everest Academy?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mt. Everest Academy has 74.9% math proficiency and 82.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
Explore More Schools
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 77 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 37 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 63 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,092/100K)
Powered by 
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Diego). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (619) 605-8700
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #16 of 174
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyRelated reading
- Best Elementary Schools in America: 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Public Schools in California 2026: Top-Ranked Elementary, Middle & High Schoolsbest schools
- Best School Districts to Move To in 2026: A Data-Driven Guidebest schools
- Best Schools in Los Angeles, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in San Diego, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.