Springall Academy provides an intensive, structured and individualized special education program aimed at strengthening each student's academic skills, social, and emotional abilities, responsibility and organizational skills, as well as their self-esteem, to the point where they may successfully re-enter the mainstream of school and community.
All students are respected, encouraged, and supported in fulfilling their potential in an enriched and positive environment.
Springall students can earn a High School Diploma, Certificate of Completion or a Letter of Educational Achievement by completing the appropriate coursework while at Springall.
Our guidance counselor meet periodically with each student to be sure they are on track to graduate as scheduled on their IEPs.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
94 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Springall Academy provides an intensive, structured and individualized special education program aimed at strengthening each student's academic skills, social, and emotional abilities, responsibility and organizational skills, as well as their self-esteem, to the point where they may successfully re-enter the mainstream of school and community. All students are respected, encouraged, and supported in fulfilling their potential in an enriched and positive environment. Springall students can earn a High School Diploma, Certificate of Completion or a Letter of Educational Achievement by completing the appropriate coursework while at Springall. Our guidance counselor meet periodically with each student to be sure they are on track to graduate as scheduled on their IEPs.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Sierra School Of San Diego?
The application deadline for Sierra School Of San Diego is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Sierra School Of San Diego located?
Sierra School Of San Diego is located in the San Carlos neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in San Carlos.
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