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West River Academy
High School
33725 Edgewater Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629
Enrollment
125
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
125
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About West River Academy
West River Academy is a private high school in Dana Point, CA 92629. The school serves approximately 125 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $131,731, where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 125 students, West River Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
As a private school, West River Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow West River Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Dana Point, CA
All Schools in Dana Point
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| West River Academy (this school) | — |
| Dana Hills High | 8.9 |
| Richard Henry Dana Elementary | 8.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 125 students
- Type
- Private
- Address
- 33725 Edgewater Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629
- Phone
- (949) 456-8753
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
33725 Edgewater Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West River Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Dana Hills High (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away). Another option is California Preparatory Academy (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby San Juan Capistrano). Additionally, Opportunities for Learning - Capistrano (rated 7.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Covina). For more schools in Dana Point, see our Dana Point schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST EDWARD PARISH SCHOOL Dana Point | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| ST EDWARD THE CONFESSOR PARISH SCHOOL Dana Point | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| St. Edward the Confessor Parish School Dana Point | 0.5 mi | — |
| California Connections Academy Southern California San Juan Capistrano | 0.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Del Obispo Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Capistrano Home/Virtual San Juan Capistrano | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| California Preparatory Academy San Juan Capistrano | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Marco Forster Middle San Juan Capistrano | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Kinoshita Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Palisades Elementary Capistrano Beach | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Dana Hills High Dana Point | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Richard Henry Dana Elementary Dana Point | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| CAPISTRANO VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS San Juan Capistrano | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| FOUNDATIONS COGNITIVE SCHOOLS San Juan Capistrano | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Opportunities for Learning - Capistrano Covina | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| John Malcom Elementary Laguna Niguel | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| MISSION BASILICA SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| THE JOHNSON ACADEMY San Juan Capistrano | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Mission Basilica School San Juan Capistrano | 2.4 mi | — |
| Bridges Community Day San Juan Capistrano | 2.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92629 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,731
Median Home Value
$1,212,400
Median Rent
$2,925/mo
Population
26,198
College Educated
59%
Homeownership
63.2%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
48.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding West River Academy has a median household income of $131,731. It is a well-educated community where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,212,400, with a median rent of $2,925/month. The local poverty rate of 8.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West River Academy
What grades does West River Academy serve?
West River Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend West River Academy?
West River Academy has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.
Is West River Academy a private school?
Yes, West River Academy is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,062/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Dana Point). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 125
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Orange
- Phone
- (949) 456-8753
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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