Pacific Academy

Pacific Academy is the smallest high school I have ever seen — just 40 students in the San Diego campus. The ratio of instructor to student is at an incredible 3:1 to 6:1 depending on subject matter. While small, Pacific Academy does not give up quality in their staff and teacher instruction in the classroom. Students are able to learn and improve their grades with the direct access to their instructors almost on a one and one basis especially after school for questions. The program is so individualized that the student can make academic achievements much faster than in a public school setting that has a much higher teacher to student ratio. The only trade-​off is the traditional organized sports/​PE and drama programs and extras such as robotics is not available at such a small school. What one misses, one gains in the intimacy of a small school when the entire school takes a ski trip together.

I came to Pacific Academy looking for a specialized private school that accommodated my unique junior golf tournament schedule. I was able to develop as a golfer and as a student thanks to my teachers working with me and giving me every chance to complete my assignments without ever missing an athletic event. Pacific Academy Encinitas is perfect for any athlete looking to gain a strong education while improving in their sport.

I believe it’s the best school in San Diego for my daughter right now who is finishing seventh grade. Practically one to one instruction because of the teacher to student ratio. They go at her pace and manage to achieve grade level requirements and above. Pacific academy tailor made a class schedule specifically for my daughter’s needs. Within 3 months my daughter has improved immensely thanks to Pacific Academy’s teaching techniques and above all their concern and attention for my daughter. They strive to help my daughter succeed in every area academically and socially with hands on practical projects and excursions as well. I got lucky really in making the decision to send my daughter to Pacific Academy.