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#802 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 45% of private schools
Summitview Academy
High School
670 PLACERVILLE DR STE #2, Placerville, CA 95667
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.4
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.4
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#802 of 1,787
In Placerville
#1 of 2
public schools
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About Summitview Academy
Summitview Academy is a private high school in Placerville, CA. Summitview Academy serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Summitview Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #802 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 33 students, Summitview 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.
Summitview 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 Summitview Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Placerville, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Summitview Academy (this school) | 6.4 |
| Edwin Markham Middle | 6.1 |
| El Dorado High | 5.8 |
| Herbert C. Green Middle | 4.2 |
| Sky Mountain Charter | 6.7 |
| Charter Alternative Program (CAP) | 7.7 |
| Charter Community School Home Study Academy | 7.2 |
| El Dorado Co Office of Ed Special Ed Programs | 4.2 |
| Independence Continuation | 4.4 |
| Gold Trail | 5.5 |
| Pleasant Valley Middle | 4.0 |
| South Sutter Charter | 6.8 |
| Rite of Passage | — |
| Blue Ridge | — |
| Ocean Grove Charter | 6.8 |
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
670 PLACERVILLE DR STE #2, Placerville, CA 95667
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Summitview Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Pacific Crest Academy (rated 7.8/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby El Dorado), which scores notably higher. Another option is El Dorado High (rated 5.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Union Mine High (rated 5.5/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby El Dorado), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Placerville, see our Placerville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edwin Markham Middle Placerville | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| COUNTRY DAY MONTESSORI Placerville | 0.5 mi | — |
| El Dorado High Placerville | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Herbert C. Green Middle Placerville | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Sierra Elementary Placerville | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Sky Mountain Charter Placerville | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Independence Continuation Placerville | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
| SUMMITVIEW RANCH ACADEMY Placerville | 2.7 mi | — |
| Louisiana Schnell Elementary Placerville | 2.4 mi | 2.4 |
| Charter Alternative Program (CAP) Placerville | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Charter Community School Home Study Academy Placerville | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| El Dorado Co Office of Ed Special Ed Programs Placerville | 2.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Indian Creek Elementary Placerville | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Blaise Pascal School El Dorado | 3.6 mi | — |
| Pacific Crest Academy El Dorado | 3.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Union Mine High El Dorado | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| EL DORADO ADVENTIST SCHOOL Placerville | 3.4 mi | 5.4 |
| El Dorado Adventist Placerville | 3.4 mi | — |
| Roundtree Acadamy Placerville | 3.7 mi | — |
| Gold Trail Placerville | 4.6 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95667 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,499
Median Home Value
$527,900
Median Rent
$1,408/mo
Population
36,286
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
75.2%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
49.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Summitview Academy
What grades does Summitview Academy serve?
Summitview Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Summitview Academy?
Summitview Academy has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Summitview Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Summitview Academy is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Summitview Academy rank in CA?
Summitview Academy ranks #802 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Summitview Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Summitview Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Summitview Academy a private school?
Yes, Summitview 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 Summitview Academy a religious school?
No, Summitview Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 33
- Gender Split
- 24% M / 76% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 230 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- El Dorado County
- Phone
- (530) 644-2412
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