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#946 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Placer Learning Center
School
5477 EUREKA RD STE 2, Granite Bay, CA 95746
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#946 of 1,787
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About Placer Learning Center
Placer Learning Center is a private school in Granite Bay, CA. Placer Learning Center serves approximately 87 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Placer Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #946 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 87 students, Placer Learning Center 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 8.7:1 students to teachers, Placer Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Placer Learning Center 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 Placer Learning Center compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Granite Bay, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Placer Learning Center (this school) | 6.2 |
| Ridgeview Elementary | 7.2 |
| Oakhills Elementary | 8.0 |
| Granite Bay High | 8.4 |
| Greenhills Elementary | 7.7 |
| Willma Cavitt Junior High | 8.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
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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
5477 EUREKA RD STE 2, Granite Bay, CA 95746
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Placer Learning Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. American River Collegiate Academy (rated 9.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Rocklin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carl H. Sundahl Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Folsom), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Granite Bay High (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Granite Bay, see our Granite Bay schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ridgeview Elementary Granite Bay | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Oakhills Elementary Granite Bay | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Granite Bay High Granite Bay | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Sierra Vista Auburn | 1.1 mi | — |
| Sacramento Jewish Academy Granite Bay | 1.0 mi | — |
| Greenhills Elementary Granite Bay | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| GRANITE BAY MONTESSORI Roseville | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Willma Cavitt Junior High Granite Bay | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Excelsior Elementary Roseville | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Olympus Junior High Roseville | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Casa Roble Fundamental High Orangevale | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Ottomon Way Elementary Orangevale | 2.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Sierra Elementary Rocklin | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| George Sargeant Elementary Roseville | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| American River Collegiate Academy Rocklin | 2.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Odyssey Learning Center Orangevale | 2.8 mi | — |
| ODYSSEY LEARNING CENTER Orangevale | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Stoneridge Elementary Roseville | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Carl H. Sundahl Elementary Folsom | 2.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Green Oaks Fundamental Elementary Orangevale | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$182,321
Median Home Value
$1,057,600
Median Rent
$2,830/mo
Population
22,549
College Educated
61.3%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
48.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Placer Learning Center
What grades does Placer Learning Center serve?
Placer Learning Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Placer Learning Center?
Placer Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Placer Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Placer Learning Center is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Placer Learning Center rank in CA?
Placer Learning Center ranks #946 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Placer Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Placer Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Placer Learning Center a private school?
Yes, Placer Learning Center 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 Placer Learning Center a religious school?
No, Placer Learning Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 87
- Gender Split
- 85% M / 15% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 200 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Placer County
- Phone
- (916) 774-1260
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