Average
#1475 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St Charles Borromeo Academy
Elementary School
2808 CADIZ ST, San Diego, CA 92110
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,475 of 1,787
In San Diego
#52 of 56
public schools
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St Charles Borromeo Academy
Elementary School in San Diego · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Charles Borromeo Academy
St Charles Borromeo Academy is a private elementary school in San Diego, CA. St Charles Borromeo Academy serves approximately 235 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Charles Borromeo Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,475 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Charles Borromeo 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 St Charles Borromeo Academy compares to 248 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Charles Borromeo Academy (this school) | 5.2 |
| Dewey Elementary | 7.1 |
| Loma Portal Elementary | 7.5 |
| High Tech Middle | 3.6 |
| High Tech Middle Media Arts | 4.3 |
| High Tech Elementary Explorer | 3.0 |
| iHigh Virtual Academy | 5.7 |
| High Tech Elementary | 5.7 |
| Old Town Academy K-8 Charter | 3.1 |
| Correia Middle | 7.6 |
| Dana | 8.2 |
| Grant K-8 | 7.7 |
| Cabrillo Elementary | 7.7 |
| Silver Gate Elementary | 8.8 |
| Ocean Beach Elementary | 9.2 |
| San Diego County Community | 5.6 |
| Twain High | 6.1 |
| Empower Language Academy | 4.5 |
| Florence Elementary | 5.9 |
| Sunset View Elementary | 8.9 |
| Museum | 6.5 |
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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
2808 CADIZ ST, San Diego, CA 92110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Charles Borromeo Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Loma Portal Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dewey Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, High Tech Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dewey Elementary San Diego | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| BANYA TREE COMPASS ACADEMY San Diego | 0.5 mi | — |
| BANYAN TREE FOUNDATIONS ACADEMY San Diego | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| THE ROCK ACADEMY San Diego | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| High Tech Middle San Diego | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Urban Corps of San Diego County Charter San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| High Tech High San Diego | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Loma Portal Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| High Tech High Media Arts San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| High Tech Elementary Explorer San Diego | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| High Tech Middle Media Arts San Diego | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| High Tech Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| High Tech High International San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| iHigh Virtual Academy San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| TRACE San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Point Loma High San Diego | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Old Town Academy K-8 Charter San Diego | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Correia Middle San Diego | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Sun & Moon San Diego | 1.6 mi | — |
| Dana San Diego | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,508
Median Home Value
$885,200
Median Rent
$2,298/mo
Population
31,186
College Educated
53.9%
Homeownership
36.1%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
34.2
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| Brentwood Science Los Angeles, CA | 5.2 |
| Community School for Creative Education Oakland, CA | 5.2 |
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| Eagle Peak Montessori Walnut Creek, CA | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Charles Borromeo Academy
What grades does St Charles Borromeo Academy serve?
St Charles Borromeo Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Charles Borromeo Academy?
St Charles Borromeo Academy has an enrollment of approximately 235 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Charles Borromeo Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Charles Borromeo Academy is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Charles Borromeo Academy rank in CA?
St Charles Borromeo Academy ranks #1,475 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Charles Borromeo Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Charles Borromeo Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Charles Borromeo Academy a private school?
Yes, St Charles Borromeo 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 St Charles Borromeo Academy a religious school?
St Charles Borromeo Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 235
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (619) 223-8271
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