Stella Maris Academy

7654 Herschel Avenue, La Jolla, CA, 92037-0920 - View a map of this schoolMap

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Stella Maris Academy strives to provide an environment in which students can develop their intellectual abilities, learn to make moral decisions, and be formed in Christian values and attitudes. As educators, we are dedicated to the holistic belief that the total child’s needs are to be addressed. We are concerned about meeting the individual needs of each student as a journey toward positive self-esteem. Children who believe in themselves believe they can learn. Through a positive approach to learning, we try to challenge, support and facilitate the development of each student’s initiative, creativity and leadership potential. Stella Maris welcomes students of any race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin. Although we are a Parochial School of Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic Church, children from other parishes as well as children of other religions are accepted as space is available. The faculty and staff of Stella Maris Academy affirm the rights and responsibilities of parents as the primary educators of their children. We recognize that the Catholic School is one of the most effective means of assisting parents in their educational task. ...

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School Overview:

 
Stella Maris Academy
School Membership(s) National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Association for the Education of Young Children
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Grades Offered Grades Kindergarten - 8
County San Diego County, CA
Student Body
Total Students 231 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School
(CA) School Avg.
% Students of Color 22% 40%
Students by Grade
Kind - 23 students
Grade 1 - 28 students
Grade 2 - 20 students
Grade 3 - 28 students
Grade 4 - 21 students
Grade 5 - 27 students
Grade 6 - 29 students
Grade 7 - 27 students
Grade 8 - 28 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 13 teachers
Average Class Size 30
This School
(CA) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:16 * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 180 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 6 hours 6 hours

School Notes:

  • Stella Maris Academy strives to provide an environment in which students can develop their intellectual abilities, learn to make moral decisions, and be formed in Christian values and attitudes. As educators, we are dedicated to the holistic belief that the total child’s needs are to be addressed. We are concerned about meeting the individual needs of each student as a journey toward positive self-esteem. Children who believe in themselves believe they can learn. Through a positive approach to learning, we try to challenge, support and facilitate the development of each student’s initiative, creativity and leadership potential. Stella Maris welcomes students of any race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin. Although we are a Parochial School of Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic Church, children from other parishes as well as children of other religions are accepted as space is available. The faculty and staff of Stella Maris Academy affirm the rights and responsibilities of parents as the primary educators of their children. We recognize that the Catholic School is one of the most effective means of assisting parents in their educational task.
  • Profile last updated: 02/10/2009

In the News:

  • Geppetto's presents kids on camera: Fun for families at Stella Maris Academy (La Jolla Light)
    posted on September 30, 2009 at 08:53:26 pm
    Kris Babao of High Impact! gets the kids going on the dance floor. Photo by: Will Parson Stella Maris Academy held its second Family Fun Night on Friday. The event is for students and families at the K-8 school affiliated with Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic Church, which has about 300 students this year.
  • Stella Maris students have a 'ball' (La Jolla Light)
    posted on June 2, 2009 at 04:59:08 pm
    The Stella Maris 7th grade Pep Squad Photo by: Courtesy Two hundred screaming undergrad fans gathered on the play yard of Stella Maris Academy to support the 8th grade class in its final match in Bat Ball. This time, facing their fiercest competition yet - "Team Erickson," their faculty and staff. Even hardcore Bat Ball alumni returned to play. Mike Erickson, the 8th grade teacher at SMA for ...
  • Ten Questions: Comedian inspired by children (La Jolla Light)
    posted on March 25, 2009 at 06:16:59 pm
    Anand Chulani Photo by: Courtesy After graduating from Georgetown University, international comedian Anand Chulani began performing stand-up comedy all around the world, from London to Hong Kong to the Comedy Store in La Jolla. He has opened for comedians such as Arsenio Hall and Martin Lawrence, written for hit sitcoms on FOX and the BBC and acted in TV shows and movies. In addition, Chulani ...

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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (92037)
School Zip (92037)
(CA) State Average
Population (Approximate) 42,603 people 33,864,644 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 73% 32%
Population Average Age 38 years old 33 years old
Average Household size 2.1 persons 2.8 persons
Median Household Income $68,691 $51,306
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 5.1 rooms 4.8 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 38 years old 41 years old
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Zipcode (92037)


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