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#1372 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Santa Sophia Academy
Elementary School
9806 SAN JUAN ST, Spring Valley, CA 91977
Enrollment
223
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
223
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,372 of 1,787
In Spring Valley
#1 of 2
public schools
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Santa Sophia Academy
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About Santa Sophia Academy
Santa Sophia Academy is a private elementary school in Spring Valley, CA. Santa Sophia Academy serves approximately 223 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Sophia Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,372 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Santa Sophia 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 Santa Sophia Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Spring Valley, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Santa Sophia Academy (this school) | 5.4 |
| Spring Valley Academy | 5.0 |
| College Preparatory Middle | 9.1 |
| Trust Blended Learning | 5.6 |
| Sci Tech Engr Arts and Math Acad at La Presa | 6.6 |
| La Presa Elementary | 5.9 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
9806 SAN JUAN ST, Spring Valley, CA 91977
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Sophia Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Murdock Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby La Mesa), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sparrow Academy (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby La Mesa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sweetwater Springs Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby La Mesa), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Spring Valley, see our Spring Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Sophia Academy Spring Valley | 0.1 mi | — |
| Spring Valley Academy Spring Valley | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Elevation of Wolves Academy Spring Valley | 0.6 mi | — |
| Heartland Christian Homeschool Center, Inc. Spring Valley | 0.6 mi | — |
| Murdock Elementary La Mesa | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Casa de Oro Elementary La Mesa | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Highlands Elementary La Mesa | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Fred Finch Youth Center Spring Valley | 0.8 mi | — |
| College Preparatory Middle Spring Valley | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Monte Vista High Spring Valley | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| FRED FINCH YOUTH CENTER NONPUBLIC SCHOOL Spring Valley | 1.0 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI ACHIEVEMENT CENTRE Spring Valley | 1.1 mi | — |
| Sweetwater Springs Elementary La Mesa | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Spring Valley | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Loma Elementary La Mesa | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Trust Blended Learning Spring Valley | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Take wing high school Spring Valley | 1.5 mi | — |
| Avocado Elementary La Mesa | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Sparrow Academy La Mesa | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| The Learning Choice Academy - East County La Mesa | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91977 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,407
Median Home Value
$623,500
Median Rent
$1,897/mo
Population
62,957
College Educated
26.3%
Homeownership
62.9%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
35.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Sophia Academy
What grades does Santa Sophia Academy serve?
Santa Sophia Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Santa Sophia Academy?
Santa Sophia Academy has an enrollment of approximately 223 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Sophia Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Sophia Academy is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Santa Sophia Academy rank in CA?
Santa Sophia Academy ranks #1,372 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Santa Sophia Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Sophia Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Santa Sophia Academy a private school?
Yes, Santa Sophia Academy is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Santa Sophia Academy a religious school?
Santa Sophia Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 223
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (619) 463-0488
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