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Mt. Helix Academy
Elementary School
5955 Severin Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2024-25
Data vintage2024-25
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Mt. Helix Academy
Elementary School in La Mesa · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mt. Helix Academy
Mt. Helix Academy is a private elementary school in La Mesa, CA. Mt.
Helix Academy serves approximately 183 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly. Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 183 students, Mt. Helix 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.
At 8:1 students to teachers, Mt. Helix Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mt. Helix 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 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) | — |
| Parkway Sports and Health Science Academy | 6.5 |
| Northmont Elementary | 4.4 |
| Fletcher Hills Elementary | 7.3 |
| JCS - Manzanita | 8.6 |
| Murray Manor Elementary | 4.7 |
| Lemon Avenue Elementary | 6.0 |
| Murdock Elementary | 6.9 |
| Sparrow Academy | 6.8 |
| The Learning Choice Academy - East County | 6.8 |
| Maryland Avenue Elementary | 6.2 |
| La Mesa Dale Elementary | 6.9 |
| La Mesa Arts Academy | 8.6 |
| Casa de Oro Elementary | 4.1 |
| Rolando Elementary | 3.8 |
| Avocado Elementary | 4.3 |
| Highlands Elementary | 4.5 |
| Vista La Mesa Academy | 5.7 |
| Loma Elementary | 3.9 |
| Bancroft Elementary | 2.8 |
| Sweetwater Springs Elementary | 5.9 |
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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 183 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Address
- 5955 Severin Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942
- Phone
- (619) 243-1400
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
5955 Severin Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Helix Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gage Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby San Diego). Another option is MT HELIX ACADEMY - TIEE (rated 7.7/10). Additionally, MT. HELIX ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10). For more schools in La Mesa, see our La Mesa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MT HELIX ACADEMY - TIEE La Mesa | 0.0 mi | 7.7 |
| MT. HELIX ACADEMY La Mesa | 0.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Parkway Sports and Health Science Academy La Mesa | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Northmont Elementary La Mesa | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran La Mesa | 0.5 mi | — |
| SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN SCHOOL La Mesa | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| FOOTHILLS CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL El Cajon | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Grossmont High La Mesa | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Fletcher Hills Elementary La Mesa | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| WARREN-WALKER SCHOOL-LA MESA La Mesa | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL El Cajon | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| JCS - Manzanita La Mesa | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Murray Manor Elementary La Mesa | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Lemon Avenue Elementary La Mesa | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Sierra School Of San Diego San Diego | 1.4 mi | — |
| SIERRA SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Gage Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Pershing Middle San Diego | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| EJE Elementary Academy Charter El Cajon | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| EJE Middle Academy El Cajon | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
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
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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.
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 County
- Phone
- (619) 243-1400
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