Located in downtown Escondido, Classical Academy High School is one of San Diego’s top public charter schools, offering students tailored learning and an impressive range of advanced placement and elective courses. Recognized as a distinguished Gold Ribbon school, CAHS enjoys a pristine reputation in the area. Part of the Classical Academies, an organization of award-winning, tuition-free charter schools in San Diego, CAHS is committed to preparing students for college and creating global, lifelong learners.
CAHS prides itself on offering a flexible, personalized educational environment. Upon enrollment, each student is invited to design a personalized learning plan that blends independent study with traditional classroom learning. This hybrid approach accommodates diverse learning styles and encourages students to pursue their passions. At CAHS, students can choose from various college prep, AP, and elective courses with options ranging from sports medicine and woodshop to graphic design, video production and engineering.
CAHS students can also participate in a wide range of sports, including debate, journalism, robotics and theater, to name a few. Students are also encouraged to give back, with each student required to complete 37.5 community service hours each year. With a passionate and individualized approach, CAHS offers students award-winning education conveniently located in the center of Escondido.
Classical Academy High School
Charter High School
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Grade 9-12
207 E Pennsylvania Ave,
Escondido, CA
School Details
Head of School
Dana Moen
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Average SAT Score
1270
Average ACT Score
30
Math Proficiency
51%
Reading Proficiency
74%
Average GPA
3.71
Graduation Rate
96%
Niche Grade
A
A+
A-
A+
A-
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A-
A+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.71
Reading Proficiency
74%
Math Proficiency
51%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
62
Full Time Teachers
62
Teachers in First or Second Year
3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1270
Math
630
Verbal
640
Average ACT
30
Math
28
English
31
Reading
31
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
25
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
50%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
23.3%
State Average
17.9%
Science
14%
State Average
9.9%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
266:1
Student Diversity
Female
53.5%
Male
46%
White
58%
Hispanic
22.4%
Two or more races
13.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.7%
Black
1.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
School Rankings
#15
Best Charter HS in California
#113
Best Public HS in California
#152
Best Public HS Teachers in California
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - San Diego
190 Students
San Diego State University
163 Students
University of California - Los Angeles
148 Students
California State University - San Marcos
117 Students
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
112 Students
Palomar College
109 Students
University of California - Irvine
102 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara
92 Students
University of San Diego
86 Students
University of Southern California
83 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
105 Students
Psychology
77 Students
Biology
66 Students
Nursing
49 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
30 Students
Computer Science
29 Students
Mechanical Engineering
29 Students
Political Science and Government
27 Students
English
25 Students
Drama and Theatre Production
24 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
2/28/2025
I transferred into Classical my senior year, and was immediately shocked at the student, staff and teachers kindness and willingness to help me navigate the new environment. Where Classical lacks in sports they make up for in the arts, in my opinion as someone who came from a well funded private high school , Classical Academy has one of the best arts programs in the county.
4/22/2024
I have been at Classical Academy High School for almost two years now and there are both things I love and others that could use some changing. The teachers go above and beyond to be there for their students and their success which is amazing. The semester schedule set up is fantastic but I personally think that math classes should be semester long like the rest instead of year long. They also have very strict administrative rules that in my opinion don't prepare us for the accountability that comes with college our future careers.
9/17/2023
Classical Academy High School is one of the best high schools in the area! They work so hard to make the high school experience fun and interesting and I learned a lot at this school!
GreatSchools Reviews
3/23/2025
Alright, just based off of my experience.
6/6/2022
My child graduated with the class of 2022. I have such mixed feelings about the school. There are excellent teachers and a variety of opportunities at the school - impressive considering it’s not very big. It’s also great that all academic levels and interests are supported. Whether your child wants...
8/14/2021
Great school - if you want to teach your child what not to be in life. Racism, bullying, spreading false information, and more run rampant. From the administration to the students - there is little room at this school for actual intelligence.
3/2/2020
Excellent. So happy we found this school
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Map
About Central Escondido
List Price Range
$380K - $1.6M
Homes For Sale
46
Average Home Value
$713,858
Median Lot Size
7,405 Sq Ft
% Renters
69%
Household Income
$76,952
% of College Grads
18%
Median Age
34
Average House Size
1,472 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
76.7%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Classical Academy High School is a charter school for students in grades 9-12 located at 207 E Pennsylvania Ave in Escondido, CA. The school has a total enrollment of 1,300 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 51% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 74% are proficient in reading. Classical Academy High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.71, the graduation rate is 96%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1270 and an ACT score of 30. The average home value in this area is $713,858. Discover additional schools in the area, like Dimensions Collaborative, Escondido Charter High School, Classical Academy High School, and more. Learn more about what Escondido has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Classical Academy High School.