Very Good
#110 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 6% of private schools
The Cambridge School
School
12855 BLACK MOUNTAIN RD, San Diego, CA 92129
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#110 of 1,787
In San Diego
#3 of 56
public schools
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The Cambridge School
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About The Cambridge School
The Cambridge School is a private school in San Diego, CA. The Cambridge School serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. The Cambridge School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #110 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.2:1 students to teachers, The Cambridge School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Cambridge School 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 The Cambridge School compares to 290 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Cambridge School (this school) | 7.9 |
| Canyon View Elementary | 8.0 |
| Sundance Elementary | 8.9 |
| Mt. Carmel High | 8.0 |
| Sunset Hills Elementary | 7.8 |
| Deer Canyon Elementary | 8.3 |
| Black Mountain Middle | 7.5 |
| Mesa Verde Middle | 7.7 |
| Park Village Elementary | 8.1 |
| Westview High | 7.9 |
| Adobe Bluffs Elementary | 9.0 |
| Ericson Elementary | 8.6 |
| Morning Creek Elementary | 8.3 |
| Sandburg Elementary | 8.3 |
| Hage Elementary | 5.8 |
| Los Penasquitos Elementary | 7.5 |
| Dingeman Elementary | 8.7 |
| Pacific Sky | 9.3 |
| Walker Elementary | 6.3 |
| Shoal Creek Elementary | 7.7 |
| Hickman Elementary | 8.5 |
Showing 20 of 290 schools. View all schools in San Diego
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
12855 BLACK MOUNTAIN RD, San Diego, CA 92129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Cambridge School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Adobe Bluffs Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sundance Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ericson Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Canyon View Elementary San Diego | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Sundance Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Mt. Carmel High San Diego | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Sunset Hills Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| RENAISSANCE VILLAGE ACADEMY San Diego | 1.2 mi | — |
| Black Mountain Middle San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Deer Canyon Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Mesa Verde Middle San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Adobe Bluffs Elementary San Diego | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Park Village Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Westview High San Diego | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Ericson Elementary San Diego | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Hage Elementary San Diego | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Sandburg Elementary San Diego | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Morning Creek Elementary San Diego | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Christ the Cornerstone Lutheran Academy San Diego | 2.5 mi | — |
| Los Penasquitos Elementary San Diego | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Fusion Academy San Diego Scripps Ranch San Diego | 2.7 mi | — |
| Walker Elementary San Diego | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
| FUSION SAN DIEGO SCRIPPS RANCH San Diego | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$152,626
Median Home Value
$1,018,100
Median Rent
$2,671/mo
Population
53,080
College Educated
63.8%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
41
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Cambridge School
What grades does The Cambridge School serve?
The Cambridge School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend The Cambridge School?
The Cambridge School has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Cambridge School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Cambridge School is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Cambridge School rank in CA?
The Cambridge School ranks #110 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is The Cambridge School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Cambridge School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Cambridge School a private school?
Yes, The Cambridge School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Cambridge School a religious school?
The Cambridge School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 366
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (858) 484-3488
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