Sinai Akiba Academy

10400 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90024-0900 - View a map of this schoolMap

School Notes Overview:

Sinai Akiba Academy, a Solomon Schechter Conservative Jewish day school established in 1968, draws on the rich traditions of our Jewish heritage while offering an excellent general education. We are committed to nurturing the curiosity of our children, joy in the adventure of learning, and confidence in their abilities, while developing disciplined study habits. In both general and Judaic studies, we strive for academic excellence as we encourage children to develop into knowledgeable, responsible, ethical and empathetic young people. We promote a strong sense of both personal worth and Jewish identity. Sinai Akiba Academy provides a superior general and Judaic education, engaging children in both the joy and discipline of learning. We introduce students to a life of personal growth, sensitivity, responsibility and intellectual inquiry, shaped by Jewish practices and informed by a respect for diversity of thought. ...

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School Overview:

 
Sinai Akiba Academy
School Membership(s) Other religious school association(s)
Other special emphasis association(s)
National Association of Independent Schools
State or regional independent school association
Religious Affiliation Jewish
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 8
Year Founded 1968
County Los Angeles County, CA
Student Body
Total Students 554 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School
(CA) School Avg.
% Students of Color 2% 40%
Students by Grade
Pre-K - 22 students
Kind - 61 students
Grade 1 - 69 students
Grade 2 - 66 students
Grade 3 - 61 students
Grade 4 - 63 students
Grade 5 - 60 students
Grade 6 - 60 students
Grade 7 - 43 students
Grade 8 - 49 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 54 teachers
Average Class Size 22
This School
(CA) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:9 * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 176 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 7 hours 6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $15,746
Tuition Notes Tuition shown indicates single payment option and lower school only. Middle school tuition single payment option is $17108. Additional payment options are available. Miscellaneous fees will apply including temple dues.
% on Financial Aid 12%
Acceptance Rate 80%
Head of School Rabbi Laurence Scheindlin
Admissions Director Barbara Goodhill
Admissions Associate Brittany Beer
Sport
Total Sports Offered 4
 
Sports
BasketballFootball
SoccerVolley Ball
Extracurricular
Total Extracurricular Organizations 6
 
Extracurriculars
artchamber ensemble
dramaleague sports
newspaperorchestra

School Notes:

  • Performing & fine arts faculty; art studio; league sports; three gymnasiums; computer lab; comprehensive library; after school enrichment; orchestra and chamber ensemble; English & Hebrew curriculum & newspapers; overnight/field trips, including Israel & Washington D.C.; staff psychologist; learning support, ESL faculty; gifted facilitator; after school care; kosher lunch available.
  • Profile last updated: 08/31/2007

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About This Zipcode (90024)
School Zip (90024)
(CA) State Average
Population (Approximate) 44,141 people 33,864,644 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 70% 32%
Population Average Age 26 years old 33 years old
Average Household size 2.0 persons 2.8 persons
Median Household Income $47,573 $51,306
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 3.5 rooms 4.8 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 39 years old 41 years old
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