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Pathway School, Inc.
Elementary School
23802 Avenida de la Carlota, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Grades
3rd – 8th
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Grades
3rd – 8th
Data vintage
2024-25
Data vintage2024-25
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Pathway School, Inc.
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About Pathway School, Inc.
Pathway School, Inc. is a private elementary school in Laguna Hills, CA. Pathway School, Inc. serves approximately 37 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 4.6:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 37 students, Pathway School, Inc. 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 4.6:1 students to teachers, Pathway School, Inc. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Pathway School, Inc. 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 Pathway School, Inc. compares to the 4 public schools in Laguna Hills, CA
All Schools in Laguna Hills
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pathway School, Inc. (this school) | — |
| Laguna Hills High | 7.1 |
| Lomarena Elementary | 6.7 |
| San Joaquin Elementary | 6.0 |
| Valencia Elementary | 7.2 |
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
- 3rd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 37 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.6:1
- Address
- 23802 Avenida de la Carlota, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
- Phone
- (949) 837-1203
- 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
23802 Avenida de la Carlota, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pathway School, Inc. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oxford Preparatory Academy - Saddleback Valley (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Aliso Viejo). Another option is THE GENEVA SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Laguna Woods). Additionally, MONTESSORI ON THE LAKE (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Lake Forest). For more schools in Laguna Hills, see our Laguna Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PATHWAY SCHOOL INC. Laguna Hills | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Olivewood Elementary Lake Forest | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| CROWN Virtual Christian Academy Lake Forest | 0.6 mi | — |
| Foundation on the Rock Lake Forest | 0.8 mi | — |
| Ralph A. Gates DLI Magnet Elementary Lake Forest | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Montessori on the Lake Lake Forest | 1.0 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI ON THE LAKE Lake Forest | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Oxford Preparatory Academy - Saddleback Valley Aliso Viejo | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Heritage Christian School - JH/HS Lake Foredt | 1.0 mi | — |
| Abiding Savior Lutheran School Lake Forest | 1.1 mi | — |
| Los Alisos Intermediate Mission Viejo | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| La Tierra Early Childhood Center Mission Viejo | 1.2 mi | — |
| Serrano Intermediate Lake Forest | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| THE GENEVA SCHOOL Laguna Woods | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Santiago STEAM Magnet Elementary Lake Forest | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Oakridge School Irvine | 1.5 mi | — |
| The Geneva School Laguna Woods | 1.4 mi | — |
| Southern California Preperatory School Irvine | 1.5 mi | — |
| Laguna Hills High Laguna Hills | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| FUSION ALISA VIEJO Aliso Viejo | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92653 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,623
Median Home Value
$978,400
Median Rent
$2,637/mo
Population
29,596
College Educated
52.8%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
42.4
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| ANNE SULLIVAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Wildomar, CA | — |
| ARBOR BAY SCHOOL San Carlos, CA | — |
| Academia de Mi Abuela Piedmont, CA | — |
| Academy on the Hills Aliso Viejo, CA | — |
| Acton Academy Silicon Valley Redwood City, CA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pathway School, Inc.
What grades does Pathway School, Inc. serve?
Pathway School, Inc. serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.
How many students attend Pathway School, Inc.?
Pathway School, Inc. has an enrollment of approximately 37 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pathway School, Inc.?
The student-teacher ratio at Pathway School, Inc. is 4.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Pathway School, Inc. a private school?
Yes, Pathway School, Inc. 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
- 3rd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 37
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 837-1203
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