Pacific Coast Academy

About Pacific Coast Academy

Pacific Coast Academy (PCA) is a prestigious private boarding school located in the coastal town of Malibu, California. The school was founded in 1875 and is known for its rigorous academic standards and strong sense of community. PCA is home to students from all over the world, with a diverse student body representing many different cultures, religions, and backgrounds.
PCA is committed to providing a high-quality education to its students. The school offers a wide range of courses, from the traditional core curriculum to specialized electives. PCA also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and art.
The campus is situated on a beautiful stretch of beach, providing students with plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities. The school also has a state-of-the-art fitness center and an Olympic-sized swimming pool.
At PCA, students are encouraged to take advantage of all the resources available to them. The school provides a safe, nurturing environment where students can grow and develop. With its strong academic program and commitment to fostering a sense of community, PCA is an excellent choice for any student looking for a top-notch education.

Address:	13915 Danielson St. #103 Poway, CA 92064
Phone:	(619) 749-1928
Site:	–
Grades:	K – 12
Enrollment:	4,264 students

Overview Pacific Coast Academy

Pacific Coast Academy serves 4,264 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
Pacific Coast Academy placed in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is equal to the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Pacific Coast Academy

Pacific Coast Academy is ranked within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Pacific Coast Academy is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.