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San Luis Obispo Classical Academy
High School
165 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
How this school compares
Academic performance
7.3 / 10
Strong
About San Luis Obispo Classical Academy
San Luis Obispo Classical Academy is a private high school in San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. The school serves approximately 350 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.6:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $52,481, where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
As a private school, San Luis Obispo Classical Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow San Luis Obispo Classical Academy compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in San Luis Obispo, CA
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| San Luis Obispo Classical Academy (this school) | — |
| Teach Elementary | 7.4 |
| San Luis Obispo High | 7.3 |
| PEEP - PREPARE | — |
| Pacheco Elementary | 7.8 |
| Hawthorne Elementary | 8.3 |
| Bishop's Peak Elementary | 5.3 |
| Sinsheimer Elementary | 6.9 |
| C L Smith Elementary | 9.0 |
| Laguna Middle | 7.1 |
| Pacific Beach High | 4.7 |
| San Luis Obispo County Juvenile Court | — |
| Grizzly ChalleNGe Charter | 6.3 |
| Los Ranchos Elementary | 5.9 |
| San Luis Obispo County Community | 6.2 |
| San Luis County Special Education | — |
| Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter | 6.0 |
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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 350 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Address
- 165 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
- Phone
- (805) 548-8700
- 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.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
165 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Luis Obispo Classical Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. San Luis Obispo High (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away). Another option is MISSION COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away). Additionally, Grizzly ChalleNGe Charter (rated 6.3/10, 4.7 miles away). For more schools in San Luis Obispo, see our San Luis Obispo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Teach Elementary San Luis Obispo | 0.0 mi | 7.4 |
| ORFALEA FAMILY & ASI CHILDREN'S CENTER RM # 133 San Luis Obispo | 0.5 mi | — |
| San Luis Obispo High San Luis Obispo | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| PEEP - PREPARE San Luis Obispo | 1.0 mi | — |
| Old Mission School San Luis Obispo | 1.1 mi | — |
| OLD MISSION SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Mission College Preparatory Catholic High School San Luis Obispo | 1.2 mi | — |
| MISSION COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Pacheco Elementary San Luis Obispo | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Lindamood-Bell Academy San Luis Obispo | 1.6 mi | — |
| Hawthorne Elementary San Luis Obispo | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Sinsheimer Elementary San Luis Obispo | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Bishop's Peak Elementary San Luis Obispo | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| C L Smith Elementary San Luis Obispo | 3.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Pacific Beach High San Luis Obispo | 3.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Laguna Middle San Luis Obispo | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| CHRIST CLASSICAL SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 3.9 mi | 4.9 |
| San Luis Obispo County Juvenile Court San Luis Obispo | 4.1 mi | — |
| Grizzly ChalleNGe Charter San Luis Obispo | 4.7 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,481
Median Home Value
$897,800
Median Rent
$1,936/mo
Population
23,856
College Educated
52%
Homeownership
32.7%
Avg Commute
13.6 min
Poverty Rate
44.5%
Median Age
22.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding San Luis Obispo Classical Academy has a median household income of $52,481. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $897,800, with a median rent of $1,936/month. The area has a poverty rate of 44.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 14 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Luis Obispo Classical Academy
What grades does San Luis Obispo Classical Academy serve?
San Luis Obispo Classical Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend San Luis Obispo Classical Academy?
San Luis Obispo Classical Academy has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Luis Obispo Classical Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at San Luis Obispo Classical Academy is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is San Luis Obispo Classical Academy a private school?
Yes, San Luis Obispo Classical 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,097/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Luis Obispo). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 350
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- San Luis Obispo
- Phone
- (805) 548-8700
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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