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Very Good

#427 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Top 24% of private schools

The Rock Academy

School

2320 TRUXTUN RD, San Diego, CA 92106

Private

Enrollment

403

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#427 of 1,787

In San Diego

#19 of 56

public schools

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The Rock Academy

7.1/10

School in San Diego · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

High Tech Middle

3.6/10

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8.2/10

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About The Rock Academy

The Rock Academy is a private school in San Diego, CA. The Rock Academy serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. The Rock Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #427 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.8 pts above CA schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, The Rock Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Rock 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

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How The Rock Academy compares to 290 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
This School
vs
22.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
403
This School
vs
558
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.1
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 33.7% vs 0%
Asian 18.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 17.4% vs 0%
Black 9.9% vs 0%
The Rock Academy San Diego Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
The Rock Academy (this school) 7.1
High Tech Middle 3.6
High Tech High 8.2
High Tech High Media Arts 5.7
High Tech Middle Media Arts 4.3
High Tech Elementary Explorer 3.0
High Tech High International 5.5
High Tech Elementary 5.7
Loma Portal Elementary 7.5
Point Loma High 7.2
Dana 8.2
Dewey Elementary 7.1
Correia Middle 7.6
Cabrillo Elementary 7.7
Silver Gate Elementary 8.8
Urban Corps of San Diego County Charter 5.3
iHigh Virtual Academy 5.7
TRACE 5.5
Ocean Beach Elementary 9.2
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter 3.1
Sunset View Elementary 8.9

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

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,072.6
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 78%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 403
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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 33.7%
Two or More 18.9%
Asian 18.1%
Hispanic 17.4%
Black 9.9%
Pacific Islander 2.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2320 TRUXTUN RD, San Diego, CA 92106

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Rock Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Silver Gate Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is High Tech High (rated 8.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dana (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
High Tech Middle San Diego 0.1 mi 3.6
High Tech High San Diego 0.1 mi 8.2
High Tech High Media Arts San Diego 0.1 mi 5.7
High Tech Elementary Explorer San Diego 0.1 mi 3.0
High Tech Middle Media Arts San Diego 0.1 mi 4.3
High Tech High International San Diego 0.2 mi 5.5
High Tech Elementary San Diego 0.3 mi 5.7
BANYAN TREE FOUNDATIONS ACADEMY San Diego 0.3 mi 7.2
Loma Portal Elementary San Diego 0.3 mi 7.5
BANYA TREE COMPASS ACADEMY San Diego 0.3 mi
Point Loma High San Diego 0.5 mi 7.2
ST CHARLES BORROMEO ACADEMY San Diego 0.8 mi 5.2
Dewey Elementary San Diego 1.0 mi 7.1
Dana San Diego 0.9 mi 8.2
Correia Middle San Diego 1.2 mi 7.6
Cabrillo Elementary San Diego 1.4 mi 7.7
Urban Corps of San Diego County Charter San Diego 1.6 mi 5.3
Silver Gate Elementary San Diego 1.5 mi 8.8
iHigh Virtual Academy San Diego 1.7 mi 5.7
TRACE San Diego 1.8 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,209

Median Home Value

$1,359,000

Median Rent

$2,231/mo

Population

20,863

College Educated

62.7%

Homeownership

59.6%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Rock Academy

What grades does The Rock Academy serve?

The Rock Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend The Rock Academy?

The Rock Academy has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Rock Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at The Rock Academy is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Rock Academy rank in CA?

The Rock Academy ranks #427 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is The Rock Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

The Rock Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Rock Academy a private school?

Yes, The Rock Academy 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 Rock Academy a religious school?

The Rock Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
89 Very Walkable
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
403
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
173 days
Setting
Large City
County
San Diego County

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