Very Good
#364 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 20% of private schools
Stella Maris Academy
Elementary School
7654 HERSCHEL AVE, La Jolla, CA 92037
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#364 of 1,787
In La Jolla
#3 of 9
public schools
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Stella Maris Academy
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About Stella Maris Academy
Stella Maris Academy is a private elementary school in La Jolla, CA. Stella Maris Academy serves approximately 152 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Stella Maris Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #364 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 152 students, Stella Maris 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 8.5:1 students to teachers, Stella Maris Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Stella Maris 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 Stella Maris Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in La Jolla, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Stella Maris Academy (this school) | 7.2 |
| La Jolla Elementary | 9.1 |
| Muirlands Middle | 8.3 |
| Torrey Pines Elementary | 8.5 |
| Bird Rock Elementary | 7.9 |
| Preuss School UCSD | 7.1 |
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
7654 HERSCHEL AVE, La Jolla, CA 92037
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stella Maris Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. La Jolla Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Torrey Pines Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bird Rock Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in La Jolla, see our La Jolla schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Stella Maris Academy La Jolla | 0.0 mi | — |
| DAY PREP La Jolla | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| LA JOLLA VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL La Jolla | 0.3 mi | — |
| Gillispie School La Jolla | 0.3 mi | — |
| La Jolla Elementary La Jolla | 0.3 mi | 9.1 |
| THE GILLISPIE SCHOOL La Jolla | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| THE BISHOP'S SCHOOL La Jolla | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Bishop's School, The La Jolla | 0.4 mi | — |
| La Jolla High La Jolla | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Muirlands Middle La Jolla | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| THE CHILDRENS SCHOOL La Jolla | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| ALL HALLOWS ACADEMY La Jolla | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| The Evans School La Jolla | 1.5 mi | — |
| All Hallows Academy La Jolla | 1.5 mi | — |
| San Diego French-American School La Jolla | 1.5 mi | — |
| SAN DIEGO FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL La Jolla | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Greenfield EDU La Jolla | 2.1 mi | — |
| Torrey Pines Elementary La Jolla | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Bird Rock Elementary La Jolla | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| BETH MONTESSORI La Jolla | 2.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$141,822
Median Home Value
$1,857,800
Median Rent
$2,632/mo
Population
39,284
College Educated
75.6%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
44.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stella Maris Academy
What grades does Stella Maris Academy serve?
Stella Maris Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Stella Maris Academy?
Stella Maris Academy has an enrollment of approximately 152 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stella Maris Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Stella Maris Academy is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Stella Maris Academy rank in CA?
Stella Maris Academy ranks #364 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Stella Maris Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Stella Maris Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Stella Maris Academy a private school?
Yes, Stella Maris 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 Stella Maris Academy a religious school?
Stella Maris Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 152
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (858) 454-2461
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