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#299 of 3,177 private schools in CA
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Mt. Helix Academy
Elementary School
5955 Severin Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942
About Mt. Helix Academy
Mt. Helix Academy is an private elementary school in La Mesa, CA 91942. The school serves approximately 183 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 8:1.
It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.7/10, placing it in the 90.6th percentile among private schools in CA — an average rating overall. The school scores particularly well in school profile (7.5/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $81,262, where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Compared to the 24 public schools in La Mesa, Mt. Helix Academy rates higher overall (5.7 vs 4.8 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Mt. Helix Academy compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in La Mesa, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mt. Helix Academy (this school) | 5.7 |
| Parkway Sports and Health Science Academy | 5.0 |
| Northmont Elementary | 2.7 |
| Fletcher Hills Elementary | 4.1 |
| JCS - Manzanita | 7.9 |
| Murray Manor Elementary | 6.5 |
| Lemon Avenue Elementary | 5.2 |
| Murdock Elementary | 4.4 |
| Sparrow Academy | 4.9 |
| The Learning Choice Academy - East County | 4.9 |
| Maryland Avenue Elementary | 6.5 |
| La Mesa Dale Elementary | 4.9 |
| La Mesa Arts Academy | 7.2 |
| Casa de Oro Elementary | 4.5 |
| Rolando Elementary | 5.0 |
| Avocado Elementary | 3.9 |
| Highlands Elementary | 4.3 |
| Vista La Mesa Academy | 4.6 |
| Loma Elementary | 3.8 |
| Bancroft Elementary | 3.5 |
| Sweetwater Springs Elementary | 4.6 |
Showing 20 of 24 schools. View all schools in La Mesa
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
5955 Severin Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MT HELIX ACADEMY - TIEE La Mesa | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| MT. HELIX ACADEMY La Mesa | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Parkway Sports and Health Science Academy La Mesa | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Northmont Elementary La Mesa | 0.4 mi | 2.7 |
| Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran La Mesa | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL La Mesa | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| FOOTHILLS CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL El Cajon | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Grossmont High La Mesa | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Fletcher Hills Elementary La Mesa | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| WARREN-WALKER SCHOOL-LA MESA La Mesa | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL El Cajon | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| JCS - Manzanita La Mesa | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Murray Manor Elementary La Mesa | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Lemon Avenue Elementary La Mesa | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Sierra School Of San Diego San Diego | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| SIERRA SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Gage Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Pershing Middle San Diego | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| EJE Elementary Academy Charter El Cajon | 1.7 mi | 2.5 |
| EJE Middle Academy El Cajon | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91942 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,262
Median Home Value
$689,300
Median Rent
$1,934/mo
Population
40,920
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| An-Nur Learning Academy La Mesa, CA | 5.7 |
| Armstrong Elementary Diamond Bar, CA | 5.7 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY La Mesa, CA | 5.7 |
| CITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ventura, CA | 5.7 |
| Cantua Elementary San Joaquin, CA | 5.7 |
| Descanso Elementary Descanso, CA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Helix Academy
What grades does Mt. Helix Academy serve?
Mt. Helix Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Mt. Helix Academy?
Mt. Helix Academy has an enrollment of approximately 183 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Helix Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Helix Academy is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mt. Helix Academy rank in CA?
Mt. Helix Academy is ranked #299 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is Mt. Helix Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Helix Academy has a composite rating of 5.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Mt. Helix Academy a private school?
Yes, Mt. Helix Academy 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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 183
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- San Diego
- Phone
- (619) 243-1400
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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