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Pillars Academy
Elementary School
23581 Madero Drive, #104, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
2:1
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
2:1
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2024-25
Data vintage2024-25
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Pillars Academy
Elementary School in Mission Viejo · grades Kindergarten – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pillars Academy
Pillars Academy is a private elementary school in Mission Viejo, CA. Pillars Academy serves approximately 15 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-Kindergarten, and has a 2:1 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 15 students, Pillars 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 2:1 students to teachers, Pillars Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Pillars 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 Pillars Academy compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Mission Viejo, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pillars Academy (this school) | — |
| Montevideo Elementary | 6.0 |
| Glen Yermo Elementary | 7.9 |
| SVUSD Virtual Academy (Alternative) | 6.8 |
| Del Cerro Elementary | 7.6 |
| La Tierra Early Childhood Center | — |
| Castille Elementary | 9.0 |
| De Portola Elementary | 7.9 |
| Linda Vista Magnet Elementary | 5.6 |
| Del Lago Elementary | 3.9 |
| Philip J. Reilly Elementary | 9.0 |
| Bathgate Elementary | 8.1 |
| Viejo Elementary | 7.8 |
| Carl Hankey Elementary | 7.7 |
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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2:1
- Address
- 23581 Madero Drive, #104, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
- Phone
- (949) 951-0442
- 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
23581 Madero Drive, #104, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pillars Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Castille Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away). Another option is Oxford Preparatory Academy - South Orange County (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Aliso Viejo). Additionally, Glen Yermo Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away). For more schools in Mission Viejo, see our Mission Viejo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PILLARS ACADEMY Mission Viejo | 0.0 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy Mission Viejo Mission Viejo | 0.2 mi | — |
| Silverado High Mission Viejo | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| APPLETREE MONTESSORI Mission Viejo | 0.5 mi | — |
| Montevideo Elementary Mission Viejo | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| SVUSD Virtual Academy (Alternative) Mission Viejo | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Lake Forest | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Glen Yermo Elementary Mission Viejo | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Wolf valley of the arts Mission Viejo | 0.9 mi | — |
| Del Cerro Elementary Mission Viejo | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| VILLAGE MONTESSORI CENTER Mission Viejo | 0.9 mi | — |
| Los Alisos Intermediate Mission Viejo | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| MISSION VIEJO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mission Viejo | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| MISSION VIEJO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mission Viejo | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Robert H. Lange Preschool Mission Viejo | 1.2 mi | — |
| La Tierra Early Childhood Center Mission Viejo | 1.1 mi | — |
| Castille Elementary Mission Viejo | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Abiding Savior Lutheran School Lake Forest | 1.1 mi | — |
| Oxford Preparatory Academy - South Orange County Aliso Viejo | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Heritage Christian School - JH/HS Lake Foredt | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92691 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,779
Median Home Value
$916,800
Median Rent
$2,517/mo
Population
46,618
College Educated
46.5%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
44.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pillars Academy
What grades does Pillars Academy serve?
Pillars Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Pillars Academy?
Pillars Academy has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pillars Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Pillars Academy is 2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Pillars Academy a private school?
Yes, Pillars 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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 15
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 951-0442
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