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#943 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Village Gate Children's Academy
Elementary School
1613 LAKE DR, Cardiff-by-the-sea, CA 92007
Enrollment
118
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
118
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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About Village Gate Children's Academy
Village Gate Children's Academy is a private elementary school in Cardiff-by-the-sea, CA. Village Gate Children's Academy serves approximately 118 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Village Gate Children's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #943 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 118 students, Village Gate Children's 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 9.4:1 students to teachers, Village Gate Children's Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Village Gate Children's 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.
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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1613 LAKE DR, Cardiff-by-the-sea, CA 92007
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Village Gate Children's Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Solana Vista Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Solana Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cardiff Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JCS - Mountain Oaks (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Encinitas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cardiff-by-the-sea, see our Cardiff-by-the-sea schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Village Gate Children's Academy Cardiff | 0.0 mi | — |
| GRAUER SCHOOL THE Encinitas | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Grauer School, The Encinitas | 0.5 mi | — |
| Ada W. Harris Elementary Cardiff-By-The-Sea | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Encinitas Country Day School Encinitas | 0.8 mi | — |
| ENCINITAS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Encinitas | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Seeds of Hope Academy Encinitas | 0.9 mi | — |
| Ocean Knoll Elementary Encinitas | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| San Dieguito HS Academy Encinitas | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Oak Crest Middle Encinitas | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| JCS - Cedar Cove Julian | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ENCINITAS Encinitas | 1.1 mi | — |
| Cardiff Elementary Cardiff-By-The-Sea | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Sunset High (Continuation) Encinitas | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| JCS - Mountain Oaks Encinitas | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| PACIFIC ACADEMY Encinitas | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Solana Vista Elementary Solana Beach | 1.9 mi | 9.4 |
| The Rhoades School Encinitas | 1.7 mi | — |
| THE RHOADES SCHOOL Encinitas | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Park Dale Lane Elementary Encinitas | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$165,063
Median Home Value
$1,808,200
Median Rent
$2,955/mo
Population
11,764
College Educated
68.7%
Homeownership
60.9%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
39
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| COURTYARD SCHOOL Sacramento, CA | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Village Gate Children's Academy
What grades does Village Gate Children's Academy serve?
Village Gate Children's Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Village Gate Children's Academy?
Village Gate Children's Academy has an enrollment of approximately 118 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Village Gate Children's Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Village Gate Children's Academy is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Village Gate Children's Academy rank in CA?
Village Gate Children's Academy ranks #943 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Village Gate Children's Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Village Gate Children's Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Village Gate Children's Academy a private school?
Yes, Village Gate Children's 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 Village Gate Children's Academy a religious school?
No, Village Gate Children's Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 118
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (870) 814-4818
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