School Overview
Data & methodology
Overall
A-
Matriculation
A-
Academics
B+
Extracurriculars
B
Geo & Community
A
Reviews
A-
A preschool -12th grade school serving the Jewish community, our mission is to further Academic Excellence, Social Responsibility, and Active Jewish Living.
San Diego Jewish Academy is shaping the foundation of future thinkers, creators, and community leaders by blending modern education with greater purpose and meaning.
San Diego Jewish Academy is shaping the foundation of future thinkers, creators, and community leaders by blending modern education with greater purpose and meaning.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$43,765
Enrollment
573
International Students
2%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:10
AP
23
Average SAT Score
1350
Average ACT Score
28
Class Size
14
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
|---|---|---|
| #6 | Stanford University | 1 + |
| #6 | University of Chicago | 1 + |
| #14 | Washington University in St. Louis | 1 + |
| #17 | Rice University | 1 + |
| #20 | University of California: Los Angeles | 1 + |
| #21 | Emory University | 1 + |
| #23 | University of Michigan | 1 + |
| #27 | University of Southern California | 1 + |
| #28 | University of California: Santa Barbara | 1 + |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2025)Number of students who took AP tests
83
Number of tests taken
161
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores
AP Courses
(23)|
Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Environmental Science
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Physics 1
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Physics 2
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Environmental Science
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Physics 1
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Physics 2
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Computer Science A
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Computer Science Principles
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Precalculus
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Comparative Government and Politics
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European History
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Macroeconomics
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Psychology
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United States Government and Politics
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United States History
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World History
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English Language and Composition
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English Literature and Composition
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Art History
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Music Theory
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Studio Art: 3-D Design
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Sports
(4)|
Basketball
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Cross Country
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Flag Football
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Tennis
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
(12)|
Minecraft
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Chess
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Community Service
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Dancing
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Foreign Film Lovers
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Culture Food
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Minecraft
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Chess
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Community Service
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Dancing
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Foreign Film Lovers
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Culture Food
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Kindness Committee
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Fashion
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Friendship Circle
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Photography
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4th & 5th Grade Garden Club
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Israel Club
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Arts
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Band
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Instrumental Ensemble
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Music Theory
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Theater
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Theater Design
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2D Design
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Band
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Instrumental Ensemble
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Music Theory
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Theater
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Theater Design
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2D Design
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2D Studio Art
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3D Design
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3D Studio Art
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Ceramics
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Visual Arts
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Tech Design
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about San Diego Jewish Academy
Tell me a bit about San Diego Jewish Academy.
San Diego Jewish Academy is Co-ed private day school located in California, US. It was founded 1979 , and currently has about 573 students, 2.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit www.sdja.com.
For more official information, please visit www.sdja.com.
Does San Diego Jewish Academy have rigorous academic requirements?
San Diego Jewish Academy is offering 23 AP courses.
Where do San Diego Jewish Academy students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 0% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 0% go to top 25, and about 0% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for San Diego Jewish Academy?
Similar to most private schools in the US, San Diego Jewish Academy’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for San Diego Jewish Academy?
The day tuition for San Diego Jewish Academy in 2024 is
$43,765 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@sdja.com .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@sdja.com .
Where is San Diego Jewish Academy located?
San Diego Jewish Academy is located in the State of California of USA. The closest major city is San Diego, which is about 15 miles away from school. Most families can choose San Diego International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is San Diego Jewish Academy on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, San Diego Jewish Academy is within top 600 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also San Diego Jewish Academy has been favorited by 13 users.
Also San Diego Jewish Academy has been favorited by 13 users.
How do I complete an application for San Diego Jewish Academy?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about San Diego Jewish Academy. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit San Diego Jewish Academy’s official site: www.sdja.com or call them at 858-704-3717.
Also it is highly recommended to visit San Diego Jewish Academy’s official site: www.sdja.com or call them at 858-704-3717.
Are there additional schools that are located close to San Diego Jewish Academy?
Yes, here are few:
CAL COAST ACADEMY, La Jolla Country Day School and Winston School.
The closest major city is San Diego. You can find out more schools near San Diego here.
The closest major city is San Diego. You can find out more schools near San Diego here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for San Diego Jewish Academy?
The overall rating for San Diego Jewish Academy is A-.
The section ratings of San Diego Jewish Academy are:
A- for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
B for Extracurriculum
A for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of San Diego Jewish Academy are:
A- for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
B for Extracurriculum
A for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
San Diego, located on the Pacific Ocean coast of Southern California, is known for its mild climate, extensive beaches, and vibrant cultural scene. With a population of 1,386,932 in 2020, it ranks as the eighth most populous city in the United States. The city is home to a deep-water harbor and a long history with the U.S. Navy. In recent years, San Diego has emerged as a hub for healthcare and biotechnology. It is also the second-largest city in California, after Los Angeles.
Population (2022)
1,279,329
Cost of Living
Higher than average 47%
Nearby Airport
San Diego International Airport
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