Very Good
#213 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 12% of private schools
San Diego Center for Children Academy
School
3002 ARMSTRONG ST, San Diego, CA 92111
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#213 of 1,787
In San Diego
#4 of 56
public schools
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San Diego Center for Children Academy
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About San Diego Center for Children Academy
San Diego Center for Children Academy is a private school in San Diego, CA. San Diego Center for Children Academy serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. San Diego Center for Children Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #213 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, San Diego Center for Children 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 6.6:1 students to teachers, San Diego Center for Children Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
San Diego Center for Children 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 San Diego Center for Children Academy compares to 290 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| San Diego Center for Children Academy (this school) | 7.6 |
| Kearny Eng Innov & Design | 8.6 |
| Kearny Digital Media & Design | 8.4 |
| Kearny School of Biomedical Science and Technology | 8.0 |
| Kearny College Connections | 7.1 |
| San Diego Metro Career and Tech | 6.9 |
| Chesterton Elementary | 8.2 |
| San Diego Cooperative Charter | 8.4 |
| Linda Vista Elementary | 4.3 |
| Montgomery Middle | 6.7 |
| San Diego County Court | 5.7 |
| Ross Elementary | 6.7 |
| Riley/New Dawn | 5.8 |
| Fletcher Elementary | 3.4 |
| School for Entrepreneurship and Technology | 8.3 |
| Angier Elementary | 6.1 |
| Clairemont Canyons Academy | 5.3 |
| Kavod Charter | 8.8 |
| High Tech Middle Mesa | 7.5 |
| High Tech Elementary Mesa | 7.1 |
| High Tech High Mesa | 5.4 |
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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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3002 ARMSTRONG ST, San Diego, CA 92111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Diego Center for Children Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Riley/New Dawn (rated 5.8/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, San Diego County Court (rated 5.7/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,081
Median Home Value
$754,300
Median Rent
$2,049/mo
Population
45,888
College Educated
43.4%
Homeownership
53.1%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
37.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Diego Center for Children Academy
What grades does San Diego Center for Children Academy serve?
San Diego Center for Children Academy serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend San Diego Center for Children Academy?
San Diego Center for Children Academy has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Diego Center for Children Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at San Diego Center for Children Academy is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does San Diego Center for Children Academy rank in CA?
San Diego Center for Children Academy ranks #213 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is San Diego Center for Children Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
San Diego Center for Children Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is San Diego Center for Children Academy a private school?
Yes, San Diego Center for Children Academy 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 San Diego Center for Children Academy a religious school?
No, San Diego Center for Children Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 62
- Gender Split
- 69% M / 31% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (858) 569-2131
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