Serving TK-12 students in La Mesa and San Diego County

Guiding each learner along an educational journey towards a meaningful life.

JCS Manzanita operates out of two locations in La Mesa, Jackson Drive and Parkway Drive.

We serve students in academy and home study environments in grades TK-12.

All of our programs are well established with credentialed teachers that have been serving our students for many years.

With several distinct programs to serve students of all grade levels, we are proud to have student-centered classes, dedicated and passionate teachers, and an amazing community of students and families.

Our school encourages students and parents to partner with us in learning, giving students the opportunity to develop self-confidence as they understand their own strengths and weaknesses and become self-directed learners.

2025-2026 Enrollment Interest Form

Personalized Learning Starts Here. You Matter at JCS Manzanita!

Ready to Explore a New School for Your Child?

Please complete all the fields below, and a member of our enrollment team will contact you by phone within 24 hours to assist you in selecting the most suitable JCS program and location for your student(s).

We can't wait to welcome your family!

JCS Manzanita serves students in grades TK through 12th and offers three unique programs, giving parents choice in the amount of time their students spend in the classroom and at home.

In the Academies, students attend four days a week, with Friday as a learn at home day.

While in the Home Study program, a student learns-at-home under the guidance of a parent with optional monthly Friday field trips.

Credentialed teachers create assignments, oversee the learning, and provide instruction in all of our programs.