Excellent
#79 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 4% of private schools
South Hills Academy
Elementary School
2585 S MAIN ST, Corona, CA 92882
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#79 of 1,787
In Corona
#1 of 2
public schools
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South Hills Academy
Elementary School in Corona · grades Pre-K – TK. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About South Hills Academy
South Hills Academy is a private elementary school in Corona, CA. South Hills Academy serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. South Hills Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #79 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, South Hills 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 5:1 students to teachers, South Hills Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
South Hills 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 South Hills Academy compares to 36 public schools serving similar grades in Corona, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| South Hills Academy (this school) | 8.1 |
| Corona-Norco Alternative | 6.3 |
| Lee V. Pollard High | 6.2 |
| Foothill Elementary | 4.5 |
| Vicentia Elementary | 4.9 |
| Citrus Hills Intermediate | 6.5 |
| Garretson Elementary | 7.2 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary | 6.2 |
| John Stallings Elementary | 6.4 |
| Letha Raney Intermediate | 7.0 |
| Corona Fundamental Intermediate | 6.8 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary | 7.8 |
| Centennial High | 7.8 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary | 7.1 |
| Lincoln Fundamental Elementary | 6.7 |
| Jefferson Elementary | 5.3 |
| Santiago High | 7.3 |
| Corona High | 7.4 |
| Orange Elementary | 6.6 |
| Scale Leadership Academy - East | 5.1 |
| Orange Grove High | 6.8 |
Showing 20 of 36 schools. View all schools in Corona
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
2585 S MAIN ST, Corona, CA 92882
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Hills Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Susan B. Anthony Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Garretson Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Benjamin Franklin Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Corona, see our Corona schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lee V. Pollard High Corona | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Corona-Norco Alternative Corona | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Calvary Chapel Corona Christian Academy Corona | 0.4 mi | — |
| Foothill Elementary Corona | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Vicentia Elementary Corona | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Citrus Hills Intermediate Corona | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Garretson Elementary Corona | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary Corona | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Corona Fundamental Intermediate Corona | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Letha Raney Intermediate Corona | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| John Stallings Elementary Corona | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN KINDERGARTEN Corona | 1.1 mi | — |
| Excelsior Charter School Corona-Norco Victorville | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary Corona | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Jefferson Elementary Corona | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Lincoln Fundamental Elementary Corona | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Centennial High Corona | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Corona | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Belltower Montessori Academy Corona | 1.6 mi | — |
| Santiago High Corona | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92882 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,668
Median Home Value
$653,600
Median Rent
$2,093/mo
Population
69,385
College Educated
28.8%
Homeownership
62.9%
Avg Commute
37.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
36.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Hills Academy
What grades does South Hills Academy serve?
South Hills Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.
How many students attend South Hills Academy?
South Hills Academy has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Hills Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at South Hills Academy is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does South Hills Academy rank in CA?
South Hills Academy ranks #79 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is South Hills Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
South Hills Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is South Hills Academy a private school?
Yes, South Hills Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is South Hills Academy a religious school?
South Hills Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 35
- Gender Split
- 91% M / 9% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 200 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Riverside County
- Phone
- (951) 734-4455
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