Scripps Exploring Academy

Scripps Exploring Academy in San Diego, CA, serves 71 students in pre–kindergarten and kindergarten programs within a nonsectarian early childhood setting.
Founded in 1979, the school operates in a central city community in the Scripps Ranch neighborhood.
The student–teacher ratio of 7:1, supported by 10 teaching staff members for its early childhood education program.
As a co–educational day care and early learning center, Scripps Exploring Academy offers a focused environment for children in grades PK–K.
The school's locale and program type position it among San Diego's early childhood options without religious affiliation or membership associations.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 71 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
71 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Scripps Exploring Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Scripps Exploring Academy?
The application deadline for Scripps Exploring Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Scripps Exploring Academy located?
Scripps Exploring Academy is located in the Scripps Ranch neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 5 other private schools located in Scripps Ranch.

School Reviews

5  
What a Great Preschool! My son looks forward to going here. After the first few days, he never cried again. He talks about what he did today and talks well of his teachers. I have met the staff and owner and they are professional and pleasant people. The teachers are genuine and love children. The children have their day planned out everyday. The facility is secure and one has to enter a key code to enter the facility.
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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 71 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in San Diego, CA is $16,576 for elementary schools and $28,432 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in San Diego, CA is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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