Pacific Academy

Pacific Academy is a K-12 private school in Encinitas, CA that actively supports students with ADD/ADHD through specialized programming. With a 1:12 teacher-student ratio and small average class sizes of 12, the school provides individualized attention that benefits students managing attention and learning differences. The faculty includes 70% with advanced degrees, ensuring students receive instruction from experienced educators trained to support diverse learning needs.

The school emphasizes applied, cross-curricular learning that helps students with different learning styles master and apply content in real-world contexts. Pacific Academy offers comprehensive academic support including one-on-one college counseling, standardized test preparation (SAT/ACT), and AP courses across multiple disciplines. Students also access a wide range of extracurricular activities—from sports like soccer, basketball, and surfing to clubs focused on technology, music, and chess—which provide inclusive opportunities for engagement and social connection.

Pacific Academy enrolls 82 students total and maintains rolling admissions with no deadline. Tuition ranges from $16,400 (K-6) to $20,700 (grades 7-12). The school is WASC-accredited, nonsectarian, and welcomes both local and international families. For more information about admissions and the ADD/ADHD support program, contact Admissions Director Mario Gonzalez at (760) 634-1188 or visit pacificacademy.org.