Prepared For Life

Formed For Heaven

A TK–12 Faithful, Classical, Catholic School

Schedule A Campus Tour!

Enroll Now

Now Enrolling: Crusader Flex Hybrid Program

Experience the best of both worlds with Saint Joseph Academy’s flexible hybrid learning option.

Customize your child’s education with on-campus classes, faith-based formation, and parent-led learning at home.

Explore Crusader Flex Today!

Evangelization Is Our Mission

Preparing Students To Know, Love, And Serve God

Classical Academics

Our time-tested classical approach emphasizes critical thinking, eloquent expression, and a love of truth, beauty, and goodness. Students study Latin, logic, literature, math, and science with an integrated worldview that prepares them for both college and life after graduation.

What Is Classical Education?

Competitive Athletics

At Saint Joseph Academy, we believe that athletic excellence complements academic and spiritual formation. Our competitive sports program encourages students to develop discipline, teamwork, resilience, and sportsmanship, both on and off the field.

Explore Our Athletic Programs

Christ-Centered Culture

Everything we do is grounded in the teachings of the Catholic Church. Daily prayer, weekly Mass, and regular opportunities for spiritual formation are woven into school life, helping students build a personal relationship with Christ and develop lives of virtue.

A Focus On The Spiritual Life

Why Choose Saint Joseph Academy?

Discover a school dedicated to forming the whole person: rooted in Catholic tradition, exceptional in classical scholarship, and devoted to excellence in academics, arts, and athletics.

Our Strengths:

Academic Excellence: A rigorous, Christ-centered curriculum
Evangelization: Students are formed to know, love, and serve God.
Virtues Program: Integrates character education in classrooms and sports, nurturing moral growth.
Great Books & Socratic Learning: Engage with classic texts, Latin, and Socratic seminars.
Emphasis on Arts: Encounter beauty through sacred music and performing arts.
Partnership with St. Michael’s Abbey: Norbertine Priests celebrate weekly Mass and offer confessions.
Experiential Learning: Enrichment with trips, travel, and hands-on exploration.
Service-Oriented: Students practice the spiritual and corporal works of mercy

Get in touch to get started!

Book A Campus Tour

(760) 305-8505

Preparing For Life, Formed For Heaven

At Saint Joseph Academy, academic excellence goes hand-in-hand with virtue and faith. Through our classical liberal arts curriculum and a commitment to truth, our students consistently perform well above national standards, graduate with confidence, and thrive in higher education and beyond.

Academic Excellence

Cardinal Newman Society Honor Roll
WASC Accreditation
Over 80% of High School Graduates Attending Four-Year Universities

Athletic Performance

8 CIF Championship Appearances in the last 5 years
4 CIF Titles won
6 Collegiate Athletes in the Class of 2025

Faith Formation

Weekly Mass, Adoration, Confession, & Campus Ministry
Partnership with St. Michael’s Abbey
Virtue=Strength Program
Teachers’ Oath of Fidelity

$5.14 Million In Scholarships Offered To Class Of 2025

Real Voices From SJA High School Teachers, Parents, and Students

At Saint Joseph Academy, the impact of our classical Catholic education is best expressed by the people who live it every day. Hear directly from our teachers, parents, and students about how faith, academics, and community come together to form something truly special.

In San Diego County, the Church’s understanding of education finds is fullest expression by far at St. Joseph Academy. Anyone who wants to see what a Catholic school should look like—and where the true restoration of Catholic education is well underway—should spend a day at St. Joseph Academy.”

Christopher Check

President, Catholic Answers

SJA is everything we've prayed for in our daughter's education—a faithful Catholic environment where God's grace is actively felt through interactions among faculty, staff, and students. The blend of classical academics and the arts helps students discover their God-given calling. Hard work and the joy of achieving goals are gifts we want for our children, and they're alive and well here.

Tom and Marianne Dobrino

Parents

I have attended SJA for the entirety of my high school career, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. This school has helped me understand my faith in deep and profound ways. As a community, we are taught to serve our neighbors with charity, patience, and selflessness. At SJA, we are given the support and the means, both academically and spiritually, to find our path toward Christ.

Andrea Limpin

Student, HS ASB President

Upcoming Events

News & Noteworthy

Strengthening Our Future: Welcoming Nick Madden to the Board of Directors

March 19, 2026

We are thrilled to announce that Nick Madden has been appointed as the newest member of the Saint Joseph Academy Board of Directors! This appointment fulfills our ongoing promise to the SJA community to ensure strong parent representation within our leadership. Nick and his wife, Kaci, are active members of our school family along with their daughter Isley who is currently in 1st grade. Nick brings an exceptional background in strategic leadership, entrepreneurship, and faith-based mission work to the Board. Catholic Mission: He is the CEO of SENT Ventures, a national network based in San Diego that supports Catholic entrepreneurs through mentorship and community. Proven Growth: As the founder and CEO of Red Door Experiences, Nick scaled the business from a single location to 20 units nationwide, leading a team of over 400 employees. Academic & Athletic Excellence: A graduate of Harvard University with a degree in Economics, Nick also served as a two-year captain of the Harvard Varsity Volleyball team. Deacon Frank Mercardante, Board President commented: "We are incredibly blessed to have Nick join our leadership team. His proven track record of scaling mission-driven organizations and his experience as a CEO bring a high level of strategic vision to our Board. Beyond his professional accolades, Nick is a devoted father who deeply understands the heart of our school, making him an ideal leader to help us fulfill our promise of growth and excellence for every SJA family." Nick Madden shared: "As an SJA parent, I have seen firsthand the incredible impact this community has on our children, including my daughter Isley. I am honored to step into this role and apply my experience in building and leading organizations to help Saint Joseph Academy thrive. My goal is to ensure that the Academy continues to be a place where faith and excellence meet, providing a strong foundation for the next generation of Catholic leaders."

Celebrating our Milestone Employees!

March 17, 2026

We are thrilled to celebrate an incredible group of long-serving team members who have dedicated five or more years to our school community. Their unwavering commitment, passion, and exceptional contributions have been instrumental in shaping the success, spirit, and excellence that define Saint Joseph Academy today. We proudly recognize: Our 5–9 year service group Our 10–14 year service group Our 15+ year service group These valued educators and staff have poured their hearts into nurturing our students, fostering growth, and upholding our mission every single day. Their experience, wisdom, and daily efforts make our school a truly special place. During our March Assembly in the courtyard, these milestone employees were publicly recognized and celebrated by the entire school community—students, faculty, and staff alike joined in heartfelt applause and appreciation for their years of service. As a small token of our deep gratitude and appreciation, they also received a special bonus based on their years of service. Thank you for allowing us to share this joyful moment with you. We are deeply thankful for this remarkable team and the profound respect they have earned from all of us.

Victory for SJA! Academic Decathlon Heads to Nationals

March 11, 2026

We are thrilled to announce a historic performance by our Junior High Academic Decathlon teams ("AcaDeca" ) at this past weekend's Regional Competition. For the fourth consecutive year , SJA is advancing to the National Competition! With 30 students from grades 5–8 participating, our teams demonstrated incredible dedication and school spirit. The Results Our two teams swept the top spots, continuing a 10-year streak of winning the Super Quiz: Gold Team: 1st Place Overall, 1st Place Super Quiz, and 1st Place Logic. Blue Team: 2nd Place Overall and 2nd Place Super Quiz. Individual Gold Medalists: Celine Banzon (Current Events) Terri Bekhit (Religion) Matias Ponce (Social Studies) Anya Larrabure (English) Elsie Peschke (Science) Additional Honors: Evie Malfavon: 2nd Place (Current Events - Blue Team) Maite Larrabure: 3rd Place (Literature - Gold Team) Julianne Chandra: 3rd Place (Fine Art - Gold Team) More Than Just a Competition The goal of AcaDeca is to make learning fun and inspiring. This year’s highlights included a field trip to the zoo to study mammals and a special blessing from Father Michael of St. Elizabeth Seton. "The most rewarding part is seeing our students grow in confidence and leadership. They learn to work as a team while excelling individually." — Sylvia and Zarina Berens What’s Next? As our Gold Team prepares for the National stage—where SJA has placed 2nd for the last three years—we thank our former high school decathletes, all the parent volunteers, and the entire community for their support. Go Crusaders!