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Year Founded

1887

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Campus Size

12 acres

Student Body

Total Students

67 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

57%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

9 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

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Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

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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.

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.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What is San Diego Center For Children Academy's ranking?

San Diego Center For Children Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date.

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.

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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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The average private school tuition in San Diego, CA is $15,004 for elementary schools and $27,262 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in San Diego, CA is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).