Excellent
#86 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 5% of private schools
York School
High School
9501 YORK RD, Monterey, CA 93940
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
181
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
8.0
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#86 of 1,787
In Monterey
#2 of 4
public schools
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About York School
York School is a private high school in Monterey, CA. York School serves approximately 181 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. York School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #86 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 181 students, York 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.
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, York School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
York 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
BetaHow York School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Monterey, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| York School (this school) | 8.0 |
| Bay View Academy | 4.2 |
| La Mesa | 7.2 |
| Monterey High | 7.6 |
| Big Sur Charter | 4.3 |
| Monte Vista | 7.3 |
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.
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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
9501 YORK RD, Monterey, CA 93940
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering York School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Central Coast High (rated 7.4/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Seaside), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Seaside High (rated 6.1/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Seaside), a more accessible option. For more schools in Monterey, see our Monterey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RYAN RANCH CHILDRENS CENTER PRESCHOOL Monterey | 0.7 mi | — |
| Peninsula Adventist School Seaside | 2.1 mi | — |
| PENINSULA ADVENTIST SCHOOL Seaside | 2.1 mi | — |
| Dual Language Academy of the Monterey Peninsula Seaside | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Martin Luther King Seaside | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Del Rey Woods Elementary Seaside | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| International School of Monterey Seaside | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| MONTEREY BAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seaside | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Classical Christian Academy Monterey Bay Monterey | 2.7 mi | — |
| Ord Terrace Elementary Seaside | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Seaside Middle Seaside | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Carmel Valley High Carmel | 3.5 mi | — |
| All Saints' Episcopal Day School Carmel | 3.5 mi | — |
| ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Carmel | 3.5 mi | 8.2 |
| ST DUNSTAN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Carmel | 3.8 mi | — |
| Seaside High Seaside | 3.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Community Day Seaside | 3.9 mi | — |
| Central Coast High Seaside | 3.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Monterey Peninsula UNF SCH DIST COM Day MID Seaside | 3.9 mi | — |
| CHARTWELL SCHOOL Seaside | 4.2 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93940 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,669
Median Home Value
$1,039,700
Median Rent
$2,305/mo
Population
30,951
College Educated
54.3%
Homeownership
43%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
42.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Emery Secondary Emeryville, CA | 8.0 |
| King-Chavez Community High San Diego, CA | 8.0 |
| Pacific Law Academy Stockton, CA | 8.0 |
| Academy of the Redwoods Fortuna, CA | 8.1 |
| Connections Visual and Performing Arts Academy Tuolumne, CA | 7.9 |
| Delta High Clarksburg, CA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about York School
What grades does York School serve?
York School serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend York School?
York School has an enrollment of approximately 181 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at York School?
The student-teacher ratio at York School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does York School rank in CA?
York School ranks #86 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is York School's MySchoolScout rating?
York School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is York School a private school?
Yes, York 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 York School a religious school?
No, York School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 181
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Monterey County
- Phone
- (832) 372-7238
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