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#1444 of 1,787 private schools in CA
The Johnson Academy
Elementary School
27127 CALLE ARROYO STE 1920, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,444 of 1,787
In San Juan Capistrano
#4 of 9
public schools
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The Johnson Academy
Elementary School in San Juan Capistrano · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Johnson Academy
The Johnson Academy is a private elementary school in San Juan Capistrano, CA. The Johnson Academy serves approximately 58 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. The Johnson Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,444 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 58 students, The Johnson 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 5.3:1 students to teachers, The Johnson Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Johnson 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 The Johnson Academy compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Johnson Academy (this school) | 5.3 |
| San Juan Elementary | 4.0 |
| Bridges Community Day | — |
| OCASA College Prep | 4.3 |
| Harold Ambuehl Elementary | 6.9 |
| Kinoshita Elementary | 4.1 |
| Capistrano Home/Virtual | 7.6 |
| Marco Forster Middle | 6.2 |
| Del Obispo Elementary | 6.4 |
| California Connections Academy Southern California | 3.4 |
| California Connections Academy Central Coast | 2.7 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
27127 CALLE ARROYO STE 1920, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Johnson Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Capistrano Home/Virtual (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harold Ambuehl Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MISSION BASILICA SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Juan Capistrano, see our San Juan Capistrano schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Opportunities for Learning - Capistrano Covina | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| FOUNDATIONS COGNITIVE SCHOOLS San Juan Capistrano | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| San Juan Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Bridges Community Day San Juan Capistrano | 0.4 mi | — |
| MISSION BASILICA SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Mission Basilica School San Juan Capistrano | 0.4 mi | — |
| OCASA College Prep San Juan Capistrano | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| ST MARGARET S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| St. Margaret's Episcopal School San Juan Capistrano | 0.5 mi | — |
| MARBELLA MONTESSORI San Juan Capistrano | 0.6 mi | — |
| Capistrano Union High San Juan Capistrano | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Harold Ambuehl Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| CAPISTRANO VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS San Juan Capistrano | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Capistrano Home/Virtual San Juan Capistrano | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| California Preparatory Academy San Juan Capistrano | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| FAIRMONT PRIVATE SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Fairmont Schools Inc. - San Juan Capistrano Campus San Juan Capistrano | 1.5 mi | — |
| FAIRMONT SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO San Juan Capistrano | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Kinoshita Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| JSERRA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92675 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,893
Median Home Value
$929,700
Median Rent
$2,500/mo
Population
34,998
College Educated
42.3%
Homeownership
78.5%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
44.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Johnson Academy
What grades does The Johnson Academy serve?
The Johnson Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend The Johnson Academy?
The Johnson Academy has an enrollment of approximately 58 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Johnson Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at The Johnson Academy is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Johnson Academy rank in CA?
The Johnson Academy ranks #1,444 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is The Johnson Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
The Johnson Academy 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 The Johnson Academy a private school?
Yes, The Johnson 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 The Johnson Academy a religious school?
No, The Johnson Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 58
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 218-3814
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