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#1132 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Pathway School Inc.
Middle School
23802 AVENIDA DE LA CARLOTA, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Enrollment
44
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
3rd – 8th
Enrollment
44
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
3rd – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,132 of 1,787
In Laguna Hills
#3 of 3
public schools
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About Pathway School Inc.
Pathway School Inc. is a private middle school in Laguna Hills, CA. Pathway School Inc. serves approximately 44 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Pathway School Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,132 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 44 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 5.1:1 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
Student Demographics
All Schools in Laguna Hills
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pathway School Inc. (this school) | 5.9 |
| 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.
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.
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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
23802 AVENIDA DE LA CARLOTA, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pathway School Inc. may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Serrano Intermediate (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Lake Forest), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Los Alisos Intermediate (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Mission Viejo), which scores slightly higher. 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 | — |
| 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 |
| Santiago STEAM Magnet Elementary Lake Forest | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| THE GENEVA SCHOOL Laguna Woods | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Oakridge School Irvine | 1.5 mi | — |
| The Geneva School Laguna Woods | 1.4 mi | — |
| Laguna Hills High Laguna Hills | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Southern California Preperatory School Irvine | 1.5 mi | — |
| 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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| Baker Junior High Baker, CA | 5.8 |
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| TOPANGA MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Woodland Hills, CA | 5.8 |
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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 44 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pathway School Inc.?
The student-teacher ratio at Pathway School Inc. is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Pathway School Inc. rank in CA?
Pathway School Inc. ranks #1,132 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Pathway School Inc.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Pathway School Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Pathway School Inc. a private school?
Yes, Pathway School Inc. is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Pathway School Inc. a religious school?
Pathway School Inc. has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 3rd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 44
- Gender Split
- 86% M / 14% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 837-1203
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