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The Learning Choice Academy - East County

Grossmont Union High · San Diego County · 4215 Spring Street Suite 104, La Mesa, CA 91941-7965

(619) 463-6801 · www.learningchoice.org

7/10
#115
Rank 115 out of 337
Top 34%
English Language Arts7/10 · #123 · 64th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #121 · 64th percentile
Science8/10 · #85 · 75th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

La Mesa sits in the hills just east of San Diego proper, with a tight-knit, small-town feel that belies how close you are to a major city — and The Learning Choice Academy fits right into that vibe. As a K-12 charter school, it offers families a continuous, cohesive path from kindergarten through graduation, which is a big draw for parents who want consistency and don't love the idea of school transitions every few years. Strong science scores and solid overall performance make it a genuine option for East County families looking for an alternative to the traditional public school track.

Student Demographics

242 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
144 (60%)
White
63 (26%)
African American
17 (7%)
Multiple Races
12 (5%)
Other
6 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners44 (18%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged158 (65%)
Students with Disabilities56 (23%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

466
Enrollment
22.1
Teachers (FTE)
21.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3.1
Administrators (FTE)
8.4
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Graduation Rate

77.8%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs9/10 · #108 · 82nd percentile

160 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among K-12 Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found