San Diego neighborhoods
La Jolla & University City
La Jolla is one of San Diego’s best-known coastal communities, with village streets, canyon edges, and quick access to UC San Diego and the UTC area. Families looking at private schools here often compare traditional La Jolla campuses with nearby University City options that sit just inland from the coast.
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7 schools in La Jolla & University City
All Hallows Academy
Where faith and education meet. Founded in 1964, All Hallows Academy's campus is part of All Hallows Parish, within the Roman Catholic Diocese of San Diego, CA. We provide for students in kindergarten through eighth grade (K-8), a Christian education dedicated to excellence. Under the leadership of Principal Mary Skeen and with the outstanding support of Academy faculty, staff and families, our Academy received a full six year accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and the Western Catholic Educational Association. Over the last few years, our Academy's campus has undergone significant renovations. Our kindergarten is bright and spacious; our Science Lab is conducive to creativity and scientific learning; our Computer Lab is state-of-the-art and our library is fully stocked and provides an excellent space to study, relax and read. In addition, our Learning Center has three classrooms and we have a noteworthy music room and a vibrant art studio. Our campus renovation included a completely upgraded sports field, sport courts and playground. In addition to academic excellence, All Hallows Academy offers a wide variety of after school programs. We also offer an extended daycare program to accommodate students before school from 7:30 A.M. and after school until 6:00 P.M.
La Jolla Country Day School
La Jolla Country Day School is an independent K–12 private school in the La Jolla area of San Diego, serving students from kindergarten through grade 12. Families considering a full K–12 pathway can contact the school for current program details, admissions information, and tuition guidance.
San Diego French-American School
San Diego French-American School offers French-English bilingual education for children from 18 months through 8th grade. Its program combines French Ministry of Education and California State Department of Education requirements in the elementary years, with English instruction increasing through 5th grade and middle school preparing students for French, American, or international high school pathways. The school describes a multicultural community, Spanish language opportunities, STEAM classrooms for coding and robotics, sports league participation, and a Mount Soledad campus with playgrounds, athletic field, library, auditorium, and science lab.
Stella Maris Academy
Stella Maris Academy provides TK–8 Catholic education in La Jolla, with faith integrated into daily learning. The school emphasizes academic challenge, service, leadership and a safe, supportive environment. Its community is described as close-knit, with teachers partnering with parents and each child known and valued.
The Bishop's School
The Gillispie School
Torah High School Of San Diego
Torah High School of San Diego provides a Jewish high school education centered on Torah study, mitzvot observance, and community responsibility. Its program combines Torah education with college preparatory secular education in a warm, nurturing environment intended to support students’ learning and spiritual growth.