San Diego neighborhoods
North County & East County
A few schools in this roster sit outside the City of San Diego in communities families still commonly compare across the county. North County entries include Carlsbad, Encinitas, and Vista, while the East County listing places La Mesa in the mix for families looking east of the city core.
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5 schools in North County & East County
Halstrom High School (Carlsbad)
Halstrom High School (Carlsbad) is an independent private high school serving grades 9–12 at 705 Palomar Airport Road in Carlsbad, within the San Diego area. Families considering high school options in North County can contact the school for current program details, admissions information, and tuition.
Mt. Helix Academy
Mt. Helix Academy is an independent K–8 private school serving families in the San Diego area from its La Mesa campus on Severin Drive. Parents considering elementary and middle school options can contact the school for current program details, admissions information, and tuition availability.
Pacific Ridge School
Pacific Ridge School is an independent private school serving grades 6–12 at 6269 El Fuerte St in Carlsbad, within the San Diego area. Families considering middle school and high school options can contact the school for current admissions details, program information, and tuition information.
The Rhoades School
Tri-City Christian Schools
Tri-City Christian School offers Christ-centered education from preschool through high school, with academics framed by a Biblical worldview. The school emphasizes partnership with families, nurturing classrooms, and preparation for college and life beyond graduation. Students have opportunities in athletics, theater, art, clubs, retreats, and a Compass Academy hybrid program.