Fairmont San Juan Capistrano (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 418 students
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Fairmont San Juan Capistrano ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Fairmont San Juan Capistrano
Pre-K	14
Kind	27
1	33
2	37
3	23
4	22
5	41
6	41
7	40
8	69
9	46
10	13
11	5
12	7

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1997

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Awards

Blue Ribbon School

Student Body

Total Students

418 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

16%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

41 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

22 students

Average SAT score

1041

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School Uniforms

Number of AP Courses

17 courses

Advanced Courses

AP Calculus ABAP Chemistry

AP English Language and CompositionAP English Literature and Composition

AP Environmental ScienceAP Psychology

AP Spanish Language and CultureAP Studio Art

AP U.S. Government and PoliticsAP U.S. History

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Varies by grade level, ranging from $7650 for JK - $10,1200 for HS

Admissions Director

Colleen Golden

Admissions Associate

Christy Audet

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

14 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

DanceEquestrian

Flag FootballFootball

GolfSoccer

SoftballSwimming

Track and FieldVolleyball

School Notes

Founded in 1997, Saddleback Valley Christian Schools is an independent, college preparatory, WASC-accredited Christian day school which serves preschool through 12th grade.
SVCS seeks to prepare young minds for leadership with hearts for service. Rigorous college prep academics are integrated with athletics, the arts, outreach and service opportunities, and a Christian perspective to develop the whole child.
Our academic program consists of instruction and study from talented and qualified teachers, emphasizing the truths of Biblical teaching and a balanced curriculum to challenge each student.
Our High School is a University of California-approved college prep program, emphasizing the coursework necessary for college placement.

To learn more about Saddleback Valley Christian Schools, please visit our website: www.svcschools.org

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Fairmont San Juan Capistrano offer?

Fairmont San Juan Capistrano offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball. Fairmont San Juan Capistrano is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.

What is Fairmont San Juan Capistrano's ranking?

Fairmont San Juan Capistrano ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Fairmont San Juan Capistrano?

The application deadline for Fairmont San Juan Capistrano is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (3 reviews)

5 10/14/2017

I am new to this school this year and it has been great so far.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Rosie

5 5/17/2016

My children have attended SVCS for 10 years now. We couldn't be happier about the academic, spiritual and social experience they''ve had. They are truly cared for and surrounded by a faculty that motivates and encourages them. I can't imagine my children anywhere else, I am SO thankful for this school!

- Posted by Parent - LaraA

5 2/24/2013

Good SiteN_X_D_S.

- Posted by Defau

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