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#714 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 40% of private schools
Spectrum Center - Tara Hills
School
16330 SAN PABLO AVE, San Pablo, CA 94806
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#714 of 1,787
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Spectrum Center - Tara Hills
School in San Pablo · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Spectrum Center - Tara Hills
Spectrum Center - Tara Hills is a private school in San Pablo, CA. Spectrum Center - Tara Hills serves approximately 48 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Spectrum Center - Tara Hills has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #714 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 48 students, Spectrum Center - Tara Hills 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 8:1 students to teachers, Spectrum Center - Tara Hills sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Spectrum Center - Tara Hills 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 Spectrum Center - Tara Hills compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in San Pablo, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Spectrum Center - Tara Hills (this school) | 6.6 |
| Tara Hills Elementary | 4.3 |
| Montalvin Manor Elementary | 4.7 |
| Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy | 6.0 |
| Middle College High | 8.1 |
| Bayview Elementary | 4.2 |
| Lake Elementary | 4.6 |
| Helms Middle | 4.0 |
| Dover Elementary | 3.1 |
| Edward M. Downer Elementary | 4.5 |
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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
16330 SAN PABLO AVE, San Pablo, CA 94806
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spectrum Center - Tara Hills may also want to explore other schools in the area. West County Mandarin (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Pinole), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shannon Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Pinole), which scores notably higher. Additionally, A BETTER CHANCE SCHOOL/CAL AUTISM FOUNDATION (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Richmond), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Pablo, see our San Pablo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Spectrum Center Tara Hills Campus San Pablo | 0.0 mi | — |
| Caliber: Beta Academy Richmond | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Tara Hills Elementary San Pablo | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Shannon Elementary Pinole | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| A Better Chance / California Autism Foundation Richmond | 0.8 mi | — |
| A BETTER CHANCE SCHOOL/CAL AUTISM FOUNDATION Richmond | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Montalvin Manor Elementary San Pablo | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Making Waves Academy Richmond | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Aspire Richmond Technology Academy Oakland | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Pinole Middle Pinole | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| West County Mandarin Pinole | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Betty Reid Soskin Middle El Sobrante | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Aspire Richmond Ca. College Preparatory Academy Oakland | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Summit Public School: Tamalpais Richmond | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| PATTYS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richmond | 1.5 mi | — |
| SENECA FAMILY OF AGENCIE- CATALYST ACADEMY El Sobrante | 1.4 mi | — |
| Seneca Family of Agencies, Catalyst Academy El Sobrante | 1.4 mi | — |
| King's Academy Pinole | 1.4 mi | — |
| Highland Elementary Richmond | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| BIG MINDS Pinole | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94806 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,818
Median Home Value
$582,000
Median Rent
$2,013/mo
Population
61,749
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
50.6%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
36.3
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| Alameda County Community Hayward, CA | 6.6 |
| Carlsbad Seaside Academy Carlsbad, CA | 6.6 |
| ALLAIS SCHOOL Walnut, CA | 6.5 |
| ANOVA CENTER FOR EDUCATION Concord, CA | 6.5 |
| Alessandro Moreno Valley, CA | 6.5 |
| BALBOA SCHOOL Escondido, CA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spectrum Center - Tara Hills
What grades does Spectrum Center - Tara Hills serve?
Spectrum Center - Tara Hills serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Spectrum Center - Tara Hills?
Spectrum Center - Tara Hills has an enrollment of approximately 48 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spectrum Center - Tara Hills?
The student-teacher ratio at Spectrum Center - Tara Hills is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Spectrum Center - Tara Hills rank in CA?
Spectrum Center - Tara Hills ranks #714 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Spectrum Center - Tara Hills's MySchoolScout rating?
Spectrum Center - Tara Hills has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Spectrum Center - Tara Hills a private school?
Yes, Spectrum Center - Tara Hills 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 Spectrum Center - Tara Hills a religious school?
No, Spectrum Center - Tara Hills is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 48
- Gender Split
- 77% M / 23% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Phone
- (510) 724-4494
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