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School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall A+
Matriculation A+
Academics A
Extracurriculars A-
Geo & Community A
Reviews A-
La Jolla Country Day School is the school of choice for families who value an education that develops people of good character and enables children to achieve their potential as scholars, artists and athletes of character. The mission of La Jolla County Day School is to prepare individuals for a lifetime of intellectual exploration, personal growth, and social responsibility.
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School Stats

Average
Current school
Tuition
$46,500
Enrollment
1169
International Students
1.5%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
65%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:10
Endowment
$2 million
AP
22
Average SAT Score
1385
Average ACT Score
29
Class Size
18

Matriculation


College Matriculation

(2025)
Ranking University/College Students
#2 Columbia University 3
#2 Harvard College 2
#6 Stanford University 2
#6 University of Chicago 1
#9 Northwestern University 1
#13 Dartmouth College 1
#14 Vanderbilt University 1
#17 Cornell University 2
#17 Rice University 1

Academics

AP Scores

(2021)
90%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

AP Courses

(22)
Chinese Language and Culture
French Language and Culture
French Literature
Spanish Language and Culture
Spanish Literature and Culture
Biology
Chinese Language and Culture
French Language and Culture
French Literature
Spanish Language and Culture
Spanish Literature and Culture
Biology
Chemistry
Physics 1
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Statistics
African American Studies
European History
Psychology
United States Government and Politics
United States History
World History
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Studio Art: 3-D Design
Studio Art: Drawing
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Sports

(19)
Baseball
Basketball
Beach Volleyball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Dance
Baseball
Basketball
Beach Volleyball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Dance
Diving
Field Hockey
Flag Football
Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Water Polo
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(13)
American Sign Language Club
Amnesty International
Asian
Asian Pacific–Islander (AAPI) Affinity Group
Beautiful Polynesia (Poly) Club
Formula One
American Sign Language Club
Amnesty International
Asian
Asian Pacific–Islander (AAPI) Affinity Group
Beautiful Polynesia (Poly) Club
Formula One
Just Dance Club
LJCDS Marine Biology Club
Pegasus (Magazine)
Science Olympiad
Spectrum (LGBT+)
The Office Club
The Palette (Newspaper).
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Arts

(15)
Acting
Band
Chamber Orchestra
Choir
Music
Percussion
Acting
Band
Chamber Orchestra
Choir
Music
Percussion
Play Production
Production
Ceramics
Digital Photography
Filmmaking
Graphic Design
Photography
Studio Art
Tech Theater
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Basic Info

Co-ed
Day School Grades: Nursery-12
Urban
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1926
Campus Size: 24 acres
Acceptance Rate: 63%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 02/03
Interview: On Campus, Others, Zoom
Other Accepted Scores: ISEE
Recommended
Boarding
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A+ 4.8 (8 reviews)
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B+ 5.0 (1 reviews)

Reviews

A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
06/14/2024
Reviews from other languages
This school has an exclusive agency for international students, International Education Management, Inc. (IEM), which is responsible for all matters concerning international students, from application to host family assignment. Even students with green cards must either live with their parents (cannot live with relatives or find their own accommodation) or reside in a host family assigned by this agency. Reference 2024 admission date: March 10th; 28 AP courses offered, nearly 90% of scores are 3 or higher; High school tuition: $44,400, Middle school tuition: $43,700; The graduating class of 2024 consists of 120 students, with the graduation ceremony held at the adjacent UCSD, receiving 630 university admission offers, and 92% of students were admitted to one of their top three preferred universities.
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A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
11/22/2023
Reviews from other languages
La Jolla Country Day School

1. The school was founded in 1926 and is located in La Jolla, a prime community in San Diego, California. La Jolla is rated as one of the best communities in the United States, and three renowned institutions — the University of California San Diego, San Diego State University, and the University of San Diego — are also situated here.
2. La Jolla Country Day School is ranked among the top 3 institutions in the San Diego area. The campus covers 24 acres and boasts advanced facilities, including innovative laboratories with university lab standards, 6 tennis courts, a Visual Arts and Sciences Center building, and more.
3. The school has a low proportion of international students, with only 13 international students.
4. The school fully leverages its proximity to the University of California San Diego (UCSD) by establishing a partnership with UCSD. This collaboration provides capable students with direct access to university courses, allowing their potential to be maximized.
5. La Jolla Country Day School has won over 33 championships in 10 sports.
6. STEAM is prominent: the school has established an innovation lab and invites industry experts to provide students with cutting-edge courses. In 2015, students in the Design and Innovation class, under the guidance of their teachers, successfully built a laser cutting machine and applied for a patent.
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A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
07/15/2020
Reviews from other languages
La Jolla Country Day School has students attending from Liumei.com. It is located in La Jolla, the most famous affluent area in San Diego, California, where three renowned institutions, the University of California San Diego, San Diego State University, and the University of San Diego, are also situated. The school's mission is to empower our children to become leaders. Each year, 8% of students are admitted to Ivy League universities, including world-renowned institutions such as Harvard University, Columbia University, University of Pennsylvania, Princeton, and Yale. The school's innovation lab is built to university laboratory standards, and there is also a dedicated visual arts and science center building.
1. The school has established an innovation lab, inviting industry experts to provide students with the most advanced courses. In 2015, students in the design and innovation class, under the guidance of their teachers, completed the construction of a laser cutting machine and applied for a patent.
2. College Application Counseling Team: The school has an experienced college application guidance team that plans college application preparations for students starting from 9th grade. At the same time, the school annually organizes a week-long in-depth college visit program for 11th-grade students (East Coast, Central US, West Coast).
3. Visual and Performing Arts: There are over 27 art courses available for students to choose from. The school annually hosts drama and musical performances, vocal and instrumental performances, and dance shows.
4. International Student Program: Great emphasis is placed on international students. Each academic year, local student ambassadors are paired with new international students to help them adapt more quickly to school life and studies. This is a very good secondary school, highly recommended.
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Frequently Ask Questions about La Jolla Country Day School

Tell me a bit about La Jolla Country Day School.
La Jolla Country Day School is Co-ed private day school located in California, US. It was founded 1926 , and currently has about 1169 students, 1.50% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit https://www.ljcds.org/.
Does La Jolla Country Day School have rigorous academic requirements?
La Jolla Country Day School is offering 22 AP courses.

La Jolla Country Day School also have 65% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do La Jolla Country Day School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 20% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 15.83% go to top 25, and about 6.67% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for La Jolla Country Day School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, La Jolla Country Day School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for La Jolla Country Day School?
The day tuition for La Jolla Country Day School in 2024 is $46,500 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 hmeng@ieducationm.com .
Where is La Jolla Country Day School located?
La Jolla Country Day School is located in the State of California of USA. The closest major city is San Diego, which is about 11 miles away from school. Most families can choose San Diego International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is La Jolla Country Day School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, La Jolla Country Day School is among the most popular schools, within top 318 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also La Jolla Country Day School has been favorited by 55 users.
How do I complete an application for La Jolla Country Day School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about La Jolla Country Day School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit La Jolla Country Day School’s official site: https://www.ljcds.org/ or call them at 858-453-3440.
Are there additional schools that are located close to La Jolla Country Day School?
Yes, here are few: All Hallows Academy, National University Virtual High School and San Diego Jewish Academy.

The closest major city is San Diego. You can find out more schools near San Diego here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for La Jolla Country Day School?
The overall rating for La Jolla Country Day School is A+.

The section ratings of La Jolla Country Day School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A for Academics
A- 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%

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