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#534 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 30% of private schools
Sugar Bowl Academy
High School
815 LUPINE TRL, Norden, CA 95724
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#534 of 1,787
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Sugar Bowl Academy
High School in Norden · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sugar Bowl Academy
Sugar Bowl Academy is a private high school in Norden, CA. Sugar Bowl Academy serves approximately 57 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 3.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sugar Bowl Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #534 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 57 students, Sugar Bowl 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 3.8:1 students to teachers, Sugar Bowl Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sugar Bowl 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.
Schools in Norden
No public schools found in Norden for comparison. 1 other private school in the area.
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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
815 LUPINE TRL, Norden, CA 95724
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sugar Bowl Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LAKE TAHOE PREPATORY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Olympic Valley), which scores slightly higher. Another option is North Tahoe High (rated 7.8/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Tahoe City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tahoe Truckee High (rated 7.4/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Truckee), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Norden, see our Norden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wild River - Coldstream Campus Truckee | 5.9 mi | — |
| Truckee Elementary Truckee | 6.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Donner Trail Elementary Soda Springs | 6.4 mi | 9.8 |
| Tahoe Truckee High Truckee | 6.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Cold Stream Alternative Truckee | 6.7 mi | — |
| Sierra High (Continuation) Truckee | 6.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Sierra Expeditionary Learning Truckee | 6.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Creekside Charter Olympic Valley | 9.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Alder Creek Middle Truckee | 8.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Lake Tahoe Preparatory School Olympic Valley | 10.0 mi | — |
| LAKE TAHOE PREPATORY SCHOOL Olympic Valley | 10.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Tahoe Expedition Academy Truckee | 9.2 mi | — |
| TAHOE EXPEDITION ACADEMY Truckee | 9.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Wild River - Haskatasun Truckee | 11.8 mi | — |
| Tahoe Lake Elementary Tahoe City | 13.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Glenshire Elementary Truckee | 13.2 mi | 9.1 |
| North Tahoe High Tahoe City | 13.9 mi | 7.8 |
| North Tahoe Middle Tahoe City | 13.9 mi | 8.2 |
| ISchool Kings Beach | 16.4 mi | — |
| Kings Beach Elementary King Beach | 17.1 mi | 7.3 |
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| Arena High (Continuation) El Segundo, CA | 6.9 |
| Big Valley Jr. Sr. High Bieber, CA | 6.9 |
| Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day Los Angeles, CA | 6.9 |
| FUSION ACADEMY SB: SOUTH BAY Hermosa Beach, CA | 6.9 |
| Happy Camp High Happy Camp, CA | 6.9 |
| Harold McAlister High (Opportunity) Los Angeles, CA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sugar Bowl Academy
What grades does Sugar Bowl Academy serve?
Sugar Bowl Academy serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Sugar Bowl Academy?
Sugar Bowl Academy has an enrollment of approximately 57 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sugar Bowl Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Sugar Bowl Academy is 3.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sugar Bowl Academy rank in CA?
Sugar Bowl Academy ranks #534 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Sugar Bowl Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Sugar Bowl Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sugar Bowl Academy a private school?
Yes, Sugar Bowl Academy 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 Sugar Bowl Academy a religious school?
No, Sugar Bowl Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 57
- Gender Split
- 70% M / 30% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 190 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Placer County
- Phone
- (530) 269-7401
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