We promote the well-being of children, youth, families, and communities by providing an array of proven and effective mental health, educational, and social services.
San Diego Center for Children has become a leader in providing mental health services to children and families by offering a great selection of services.
Many of our services are contracted to the County of San Diego mental health services and to the many school districts in San Diego County.
Our experiences, research, and combined talents have created proven results in improving the lives of children and families.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
67 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
57%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for San Diego Center For Children Academy?
The application deadline for San Diego Center For Children Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is San Diego Center For Children Academy located?
San Diego Center For Children Academy is located in the Linda Vista neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Linda Vista.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to San Diego Center For Children Academy is Scy High (southern California Yeshiva High School) (1.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is The Child's Primary School (1.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Soille San Diego Hebrew Bay School (1.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Grades: K-8 | 102 students 1.1 miles 3811 Mount Acadia Blvd
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 576-2120
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 576-2120
1.1
K-8
102
Scy High (southern California Yeshiva High School)
All-boys | Alternative School (Jewish)
Grades: 9-12 | 33 students 1.1 miles 3410 Mt. Acadia Blvd
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 560-1818
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 560-1818
1.1
9-12
33
Grades: PK-8 | 284 students 1.3 miles 3630 Afton Rd
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 279-3300
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 279-3300
1.3
PK-8
284
Bright Horizon Academy
(Islamic)
Grades: K-11 | 276 students 1.4 miles 7050 Eckstrom Ave
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 278-7970
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 278-7970
1.4
K-11
276
Grades: PK-8 | 76 students 1.9 miles 4670 Mount Abernathy Ave
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 279-3311
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 279-3311
1.9
PK-8
76
School Reviews
5 7/16/2022
I have been very impressed with well this school has done with my child. However, I wish they offered PHP and IOP as they recommended my child for PHP then IOP when he was released from the residential program.
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