Tack International Academy in San Ysidro, CA serves 172 students from kindergarten through 12th grade in a nonsectarian, city–based setting.
The school employs 11 teachers, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 for its K–12 programs.
With 97.48% of students identifying as people of color, the academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for diversity.
Tack International Academy is a coeducational institution offering regular elementary and secondary education within a large city community.
The school provides a California K–12 private school option in San Ysidro with enrollment size and diversity metrics that may be important to families considering local schooling choices.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Tack International Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
172 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
97%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Tack International Academy?
The application deadline for Tack International Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Tack International Academy is A+ World Academy (1.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Ocean View Christian Academy (2.6 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4141 Beyer Blvd
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-2091
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-2091
0.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 269 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 3
International (Swiss and Norwegian Headquarters).
San Diego, CA 03007
(407) 766-6369
San Diego, CA 03007
(407) 766-6369
1.4 miles
Gr: 11-12 | 60 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
2460 Palm Avenue
San Diego, CA 92154
(619) 424-7875
San Diego, CA 92154
(619) 424-7875
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 514 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
929 18th St
San Diego, CA 92154
(619) 423-3701
San Diego, CA 92154
(619) 423-3701
3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 180 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
St. James Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten ![St. James Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten Photo]( "St. James Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten Photo")
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
866 Imperial Beach Blvd
Imperial Beach, CA 91932
(619) 426-8648
Imperial Beach, CA 91932
(619) 426-8648
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 37 students Avg. class size: 14 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
International (Swiss and Norwegian Headquarters).
San Diego, CA 03007
(407) 766-6369
San Diego, CA 03007
(407) 766-6369
1.4 miles
Gr: 11-12 | 60 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
2460 Palm Avenue
San Diego, CA 92154
(619) 424-7875
San Diego, CA 92154
(619) 424-7875
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 514 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
810 Buena Vista Way
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 262-4444
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 262-4444
5.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 292 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 9
Berean Bible Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
345 5th Avenue
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 737-5902
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 737-5902
6.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 32 students Avg. class size: 4 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
Mater Dei Catholic ![Mater Dei Catholic Photo - Mater Dei Catholic exists to inspire and educate the hearts, souls and minds of its students.]( "Mater Dei Catholic Photo - Mater Dei Catholic exists to inspire and educate the hearts, souls and minds of its students.")
(Catholic)
1615 Mater Dei Drive
Chula Vista, CA 91913
(619) 423-2121
Chula Vista, CA 91913
(619) 423-2121
6.4 miles
Gr: K-12 Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 18 | Extracurrculars: 37 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4141 Beyer Blvd
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-2091
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-2091
0.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 269 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 3
2460 Palm Avenue
San Diego, CA 92154
(619) 424-7875
San Diego, CA 92154
(619) 424-7875
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 514 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
929 18th St
San Diego, CA 92154
(619) 423-3701
San Diego, CA 92154
(619) 423-3701
3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 180 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
St. Pius X School
(Catholic)
37 E Emerson St
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 422-2015
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 422-2015
4.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 289 students
Montessori Explorer Elementary School ![Montessori Explorer Elementary School Photo - Absorbed in a geography learning activity]( "Montessori Explorer Elementary School Photo - Absorbed in a geography learning activity")
Montessori School
271 East J Street
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 425-3300
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 425-3300
5.4 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 38 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 Acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
2460 Palm Avenue
San Diego, CA 92154
(619) 424-7875
San Diego, CA 92154
(619) 424-7875
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 514 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. James Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten ![St. James Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten Photo]( "St. James Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten Photo")
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
866 Imperial Beach Blvd
Imperial Beach, CA 91932
(619) 426-8648
Imperial Beach, CA 91932
(619) 426-8648
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 37 students Avg. class size: 14 students
Montessori Hills Academy
Montessori School
612 Paseo Del Rey
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 421-2249
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 421-2249
5.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 164 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Chula Vista KinderCare ![Chula Vista KinderCare Photo - Chula Vista KinderCare]( "Chula Vista KinderCare Photo - Chula Vista KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
1101 Paseo Ladera
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 482-1800
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 482-1800
5.4 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 61 students
Montessori Explorer Elementary School ![Montessori Explorer Elementary School Photo - Absorbed in a geography learning activity]( "Montessori Explorer Elementary School Photo - Absorbed in a geography learning activity")
Montessori School
271 East J Street
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 425-3300
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 425-3300
5.4 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 38 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 Acceptance rate listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Sunset Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3825 Sunset Ln.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-1148
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-1148
0.3 miles
Gr: K-6 | 520 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
Smythe Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1880 Smythe Ave.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4447
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4447
0.5 miles
Gr: K-6 | 534 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
La Mirada Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
222 Avenida De La Madrid
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4424
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4424
0.7 miles
Gr: K-6 | 382 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Willow Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
226 Willow Rd.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-2231
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-2231
0.8 miles
Gr: K-6 | 643 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
San Ysidro Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4345 Otay Mesa Rd.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-5551
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-5551
1 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 500 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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