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The Children's School

Middle School

3400 MICHELSON DR, 2ND FL, Irvine, CA 92612

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

5.8

Grades

3rd – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

5.8

Grades

3rd – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,194 of 1,787

In Irvine

#11 of 14

public schools

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About The Children's School

The Children's School is a private middle school in Irvine, CA. The Children's School serves approximately 48 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. The Children's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,194 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.7 pts below CA schools

5.8

This school 5.8 · Average
CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 48 students, The Children's School 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.

The Children's 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

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How The Children's School compares to 41 public schools serving similar grades in Irvine, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

This School

27:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

721

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.8

This School

7.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 50% vs 0%

Hispanic 12.5% vs 0%

Asian 6.2% vs 0%

The Children's School Irvine Public Avg

Nearby Middle Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
The Children's School (this school)	—	48	12:1	5.8
Westpark Elementary	0.8 mi	863	28.8:1	6.9
Culverdale Elementary	0.8 mi	561	28.1:1	6.6
University Park Elementary	1.0 mi	495	27.5:1	6.2
South Lake Middle	1.5 mi	668	23.9:1	6.7
Meadow Park Elementary	1.5 mi	603	30.1:1	6.3
Rancho San Joaquin Middle	1.6 mi	878	25.8:1	7.9
Alternative Education-San Joaquin High	1.6 mi	111	9.2:1	9.0
Turtle Rock Elementary	1.8 mi	899	31:1	7.5
Springbrook Elementary	2.1 mi	533	28.1:1	6.4
Stone Creek Elementary	2.1 mi	485	32.3:1	7.1
Plaza Vista	2.2 mi	810	25.3:1	6.4
Lakeside Middle	2.5 mi	652	25.1:1	7.9
Eastshore Elementary	2.5 mi	539	31.7:1	7.2
Vista Verde	2.8 mi	798	26.6:1	8.1
Bonita Canyon Elementary	2.8 mi	426	26.6:1	7.0
Oak Creek Elementary	3.0 mi	932	30.1:1	5.2
Deerfield Elementary	3.0 mi	619	30.9:1	7.1
Venado Middle	3.0 mi	553	23:1	7.6
Greentree Elementary	3.3 mi	447	27.9:1	4.8
College Park Elementary	3.5 mi	475	25:1	7.6

Showing 20 of 41 schools. View all schools in Irvine

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

B 6.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12:1

Instructional Commitment

B 5.5 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,200

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 65%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 3.3 / 10

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Enrollment 48

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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)

White 50.0%

Two or More 29.2%

Hispanic 12.5%

Asian 6.2%

Pacific Islander 2.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3400 MICHELSON DR, 2ND FL, Irvine, CA 92612

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Children's School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY FCE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is University High (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF IRVINE (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Irvine, see our Irvine schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
The Craig School Irvine	0.0 mi	51	—
In STEPPS Academy Irvine	0.2 mi	11	—
Westpark Elementary Irvine	0.8 mi	863	6.9
Bethel Classical Academy Irvine	0.8 mi	61	—
LEPORT MONTESSORI IRVINE WESTPARK Irvine	0.9 mi	5	—
Culverdale Elementary Irvine	0.8 mi	561	6.6
WESTPARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF IRVINE Irvine	0.9 mi	26	—
Westpark Montessori School of Irvine Irvine	0.9 mi	22	—
Knowledge First Empowerment Academy Irvine	0.9 mi	19	—
Immersion Academy Irvine	1.1 mi	22	—
VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF IRVINE Irvine	1.0 mi	78	7.3
Village Montessori School of Irvine Irvine	1.0 mi	69	—
University Park Elementary Irvine	1.0 mi	495	6.2
IRVINE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Irvine	1.2 mi	13	—
MACBETH ACADEMY Irvine	1.1 mi	92	6.6
CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY FCE HIGH SCHOOL Irvine	1.4 mi	80	7.7
University High Irvine	1.4 mi	2,226	7.4
FUSION ACADEMY NEWPORT BEACH Irvine	1.3 mi	55	6.2
Fusion Academy - Newport Beach Irvine	1.4 mi	33	—
Mary lou Academy Irvine	1.4 mi	12	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,938

Median Home Value

$938,900

Median Rent

$2,803/mo

Population

33,706

College Educated

66.6%

Homeownership

26.9%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

24.1%

Median Age

31.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Children's School

What grades does The Children's School serve?

The Children's School serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.

How many students attend The Children's School?

The Children's School has an enrollment of approximately 48 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Children's School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Children's School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Children's School rank in CA?

The Children's School ranks #1,194 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is The Children's School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Children's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Children's School a private school?

Yes, The Children's School 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 The Children's School a religious school?

No, The Children's School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 36 Some Transit
Bike Score: 72 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 3rd – 8th
Enrollment: 48
Gender Split: 83% M / 17% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Teachers (FTE): 4
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 200 days
Setting: Large City
County: Orange County
Phone: (949) 812-6222

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