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#1448 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Stepping Stones

Elementary School

3320 N HARBOR BLVD, Fullerton, CA 92835

Private

Enrollment

64

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 2nd

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,448 of 1,787

In Fullerton

#6 of 7

public schools

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Stepping Stones

5.3/10

Elementary School in Fullerton · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Stepping Stones Academy

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About Stepping Stones

Stepping Stones is a private elementary school in Fullerton, CA. Stepping Stones serves approximately 64 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Stepping Stones has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,448 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.9 pts below CA schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 64 students, Stepping Stones 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.

Stepping Stones 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

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How Stepping Stones compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Fullerton, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
This School
vs
26.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
64
This School
vs
543
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.3
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 75% vs 0%
Hispanic 9.4% vs 0%
White 6.2% vs 0%
Stepping Stones Fullerton Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Stepping Stones (this school) 5.3
Hermosa Drive Elementary 6.2
Laguna Road Elementary 8.1
Beechwood Elementary 7.7
Rolling Hills Elementary 5.2
Sunset Lane Elementary 7.1
Golden Hill School for Creative & Performing Arts 5.4
Fern Drive Elementary 5.3
Robert C. Fisler Elementary 8.5
Acacia Elementary 8.4
Raymond Elementary 7.1
Maple Elementary 4.9
Richman Elementary 6.1
Pacific Drive Elementary 5.3
Commonwealth Elementary 3.8
Woodcrest Elementary 4.0
Valencia Park Elementary 3.0
Orangethorpe Elementary 5.7

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,176
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 42%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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Enrollment 64
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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)

Asian 75.0%
Hispanic 9.4%
Two or More 9.4%
White 6.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3320 N HARBOR BLVD, Fullerton, CA 92835

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stepping Stones may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Las Lomas Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby La Habra), which scores notably higher. Another option is L'HERITAGE FRANCAIS (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby La Habra), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Laguna Road Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fullerton, see our Fullerton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Stepping Stones Academy Fullerton 0.1 mi
STEPPING STONES ACADEMY Fullerton 0.1 mi 4.9
Hermosa Drive Elementary Fullerton 0.3 mi 6.2
Laguna Road Elementary Fullerton 0.9 mi 8.1
Committed Christian School La Habra 1.0 mi
Beechwood Elementary Fullerton 1.1 mi 7.7
Sonora High La Habra 1.2 mi 7.9
Arovista Elementary Brea 1.1 mi 5.1
Las Lomas Elementary La Habra 1.3 mi 8.5
CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brea 1.3 mi 5.9
Washington Middle La Habra 1.5 mi 8.0
MONTESSORI OF BREA Brea 1.3 mi
MONTESSORI OF BREA INC. Brea 1.3 mi
Imperial Middle La Habra 1.4 mi 7.6
Las Positas Elementary La Habra 1.5 mi 6.8
ST ANGELA MERICI PARISH SCHOOL Brea 1.5 mi 5.7
St. Angela Merici Elementary Brea 1.5 mi
L'HERITAGE FRANCAIS La Habra 1.8 mi 8.2
L'Heritage Francais La Habra 1.9 mi
Sierra Vista Elementary La Habra 2.0 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92835 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$138,487

Median Home Value

$981,700

Median Rent

$2,410/mo

Population

26,753

College Educated

54.7%

Homeownership

71.4%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stepping Stones

What grades does Stepping Stones serve?

Stepping Stones serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.

How many students attend Stepping Stones?

Stepping Stones has an enrollment of approximately 64 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stepping Stones?

The student-teacher ratio at Stepping Stones is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Stepping Stones rank in CA?

Stepping Stones ranks #1,448 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Stepping Stones's MySchoolScout rating?

Stepping Stones has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Stepping Stones a private school?

Yes, Stepping Stones 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 Stepping Stones a religious school?

No, Stepping Stones is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
64
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
196 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Orange County

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