Very Good
#175 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 10% of private schools
San Diego French American School
Elementary School
6550 SOLEDAD MOUNTAIN RD, La Jolla, CA 92037
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#175 of 1,787
In La Jolla
#1 of 9
public schools
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San Diego French American School
Elementary School in La Jolla · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About San Diego French American School
San Diego French American School is a private elementary school in La Jolla, CA. San Diego French American School serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. San Diego French American School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #175 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, San Diego French American School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
San Diego French American School 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 French American School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in La Jolla, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| San Diego French American School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Muirlands Middle | 8.3 |
| La Jolla Elementary | 9.1 |
| Torrey Pines Elementary | 8.5 |
| Bird Rock Elementary | 7.9 |
| Preuss School UCSD | 7.1 |
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
6550 SOLEDAD MOUNTAIN RD, La Jolla, CA 92037
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Diego French American School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. La Jolla Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MISSION BAY MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Torrey Pines Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in La Jolla, see our La Jolla schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego French-American School La Jolla | 0.0 mi | — |
| All Hallows Academy La Jolla | 0.1 mi | — |
| ALL HALLOWS ACADEMY La Jolla | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| The Evans School La Jolla | 0.2 mi | — |
| THE CHILDRENS SCHOOL La Jolla | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Muirlands Middle La Jolla | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| MISSION BAY MONTESSORI ACADEMY San Diego | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| La Jolla Elementary La Jolla | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Gillispie School La Jolla | 1.5 mi | — |
| THE GILLISPIE SCHOOL La Jolla | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Torrey Pines Elementary La Jolla | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| La Jolla High La Jolla | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Pacific Beach Elementary San Diego | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| LA JOLLA VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL La Jolla | 1.5 mi | — |
| STELLA MARIS ACADEMY La Jolla | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Alcott Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Stella Maris Academy La Jolla | 1.6 mi | — |
| DAY PREP La Jolla | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Bird Rock Elementary La Jolla | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Sessions Elementary San Diego | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$141,822
Median Home Value
$1,857,800
Median Rent
$2,632/mo
Population
39,284
College Educated
75.6%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
44.9
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| Alamo Elementary Alamo, CA | 7.7 |
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| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 7.7 |
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| Burbank Boulevard Elementary North Hollywood, CA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Diego French American School
What grades does San Diego French American School serve?
San Diego French American School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend San Diego French American School?
San Diego French American School has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Diego French American School?
The student-teacher ratio at San Diego French American School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does San Diego French American School rank in CA?
San Diego French American School ranks #175 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is San Diego French American School's MySchoolScout rating?
San Diego French American School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 French American School a private school?
Yes, San Diego French American School 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 French American School a religious school?
No, San Diego French American School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 277
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (858) 456-2807
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