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#1060 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Ocean View Christian Academy

School

2460 PALM AVE, San Diego, CA 92154

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 286 schools in San Diego. Learn more

Enrollment

348

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In San Diego

#34 of 56

public schools

California schools

#226 of 366

Academic performance

7.0 / 10

Strong

About Ocean View Christian Academy

Ocean View Christian Academy serves 348 students from prekindergarten through 12th grade in San Diego, California. With 22 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15.7:1, providing opportunities for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school earns a MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1348 out of 1790 schools statewide, placing it in the 25th percentile among California schools.

While the academy has room for academic growth, its comprehensive K-12 structure allows families to keep their children in a consistent educational environment throughout their school years. Located on Palm Avenue in the 92154 ZIP code area, Ocean View Christian Academy sits within a diverse San Diego community. The surrounding neighborhood has a median household income of $83,287 and a median home value of $578,700, with a relatively low poverty rate of 10.0%.

About 20% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The school operates within San Diego's large urban setting, offering families access to the cultural and educational resources that come with city life while maintaining a smaller school community feel with fewer than 350 students across all grade levels.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, Ocean View Christian Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Ocean View Christian Academy compares to 290 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
This School
vs
22.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
348
This School
vs
558
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 60.1% vs 0%
Asian 12.1% vs 0%
White 11.8% vs 0%
Black 4% vs 0%
Ocean View Christian Academy San Diego Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Ocean View Christian Academy (this school) 6.0
Sunnyslope Elementary 7.3
Teofilo Mendoza 6.0
Montgomery Senior High 7.2
Emory Elementary 6.6
Nestor Language Academy Charter 4.6
Launch Virtual Academy 5.4
Southwest Middle 6.4
Howard Pence Elementary 3.4
Mar Vista Academy 6.2
Southwest Senior High 7.3
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary 6.8
Montgomery Middle 5.5
Silver Wing Elementary 4.7
Finney (Myrtle S.) Elementary 4.2
Los Altos Elementary 5.5
Juarez-Lincoln Elementary 4.1
Ocean View Hills 6.5
San Ysidro High 4.7
Pacific View Leadership Elementary 4.0
Penn Elementary 8.1

Showing 20 of 290 schools. View all schools in San Diego

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 60%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 348
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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)

Hispanic 60.1%
Asian 12.1%
Two or More 12.1%
White 11.8%
Black 4.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2460 PALM AVE, San Diego, CA 92154

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ocean View Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Sunnyslope Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Southwest Senior High (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Montgomery Senior High (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Sunnyslope Elementary San Diego 0.3 mi 7.3
Accelerated Academics San Diego 0.5 mi
Refugio de Amor Academy San Diego 0.6 mi
Teofilo Mendoza San Diego 0.8 mi 6.0
ST CHARLES CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Diego 0.9 mi 5.1
St. Charles Elementary San Diego 0.9 mi
Nestor Language Academy Charter San Diego 1.1 mi 4.6
Emory Elementary San Diego 1.0 mi 6.6
Montgomery Senior High San Diego 0.9 mi 7.2
Launch Virtual Academy San Diego 1.1 mi 5.4
Montgomery (John J.) Elementary Chula Vista 1.1 mi 5.5
Southwest Middle San Diego 1.2 mi 6.4
Southwest Senior High San Diego 1.3 mi 7.3
Howard Pence Elementary San Diego 1.2 mi 3.4
Mar Vista Academy San Diego 1.3 mi 6.2
Palomar High Chula Vista 1.4 mi 6.0
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary San Diego 1.4 mi 6.8
Harborside Elementary Chula Vista 1.6 mi 4.8
Lauderbach (J. Calvin) Elementary Chula Vista 1.6 mi 5.0
George Nicoloff Elementary San Ysidro 1.6 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,035

Median Home Value

$606,400

Median Rent

$2,143/mo

Population

82,832

College Educated

20.7%

Homeownership

60%

Avg Commute

28.8 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

35.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Ocean View Christian Academy has a median household income of $90,035. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $606,400, with a median rent of $2,143/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.1%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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School Rating
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ST JOSEPH ACADEMY San Marcos, CA 6.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ocean View Christian Academy

What grades does Ocean View Christian Academy serve?

Ocean View Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Ocean View Christian Academy?

Ocean View Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ocean View Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Ocean View Christian Academy is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Ocean View Christian Academy rank in CA?

Ocean View Christian Academy is ranked #1060 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is Ocean View Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Ocean View Christian Academy has a composite rating of 6.0 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.

Is Ocean View Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Ocean View Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Ocean View Christian Academy a religious school?

Ocean View Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,092/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Diego). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
348
Gender Split
68% M / 32% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
SAN DIEGO
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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