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#807 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 45% of private schools
Pacific Ridge School
High School
6269 EL FUERTE ST, Carlsbad, CA 92009
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#807 of 1,787
In Carlsbad
#3 of 7
public schools
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About Pacific Ridge School
Pacific Ridge School is a private high school in Carlsbad, CA. Pacific Ridge School serves approximately 636 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Pacific Ridge School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #807 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8:1 students to teachers, Pacific Ridge School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Pacific Ridge School 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 Pacific Ridge School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Carlsbad, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pacific Ridge School (this school) | 6.4 |
| Aviara Oaks Middle | 8.5 |
| Sage Creek High | 8.2 |
| Calavera Hills Middle | 7.6 |
| Valley Middle | 7.3 |
| Carlsbad Seaside Academy | 6.6 |
| Carlsbad High | 6.4 |
| Carlsbad Village Academy | 5.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6269 EL FUERTE ST, Carlsbad, CA 92009
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pacific Ridge School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Rancho Buena Vista High (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Vista), which scores notably higher. Additionally, San Marcos High (rated 5.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby San Marcos), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Carlsbad, see our Carlsbad schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,128
Median Home Value
$1,219,600
Median Rent
$2,955/mo
Population
45,778
College Educated
64.4%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
43.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pacific Ridge School
What grades does Pacific Ridge School serve?
Pacific Ridge School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Pacific Ridge School?
Pacific Ridge School has an enrollment of approximately 636 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pacific Ridge School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pacific Ridge School 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 Pacific Ridge School rank in CA?
Pacific Ridge School ranks #807 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Pacific Ridge School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pacific Ridge School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Pacific Ridge School a private school?
Yes, Pacific Ridge School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Pacific Ridge School a religious school?
No, Pacific Ridge School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 636
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 79
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (760) 448-9836
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