Acton Academy San Diego East (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 73 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Acton Academy San Diego East
Pre-K	6
Kind	10
1	10
2	9
3	7
4	9
5	4
6	9
7	3
8	3
9	1
10	2

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Year Founded

2020

Student Body

Total Students

73 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

6 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Admissions Director

Mandy Callister

Admissions Associate

Briiana Von Hagen

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Acton Academy San Diego East is a private micro-school serving students Pre-K through high school, offering a learner-driven, mastery-based approach to education.
Learners work in collaborative, multi-age classrooms where they take ownership of their learning through goal-setting, self-paced academics, and project-based learning. We are a close-knit school community that values partnership with families.
Parents are known, listened to, and respected, and we work together to ensure each child is supported in a way that aligns with their family's values and goals. Our school focuses on developing strong character, independence, and leadership while helping students discover their strengths and sense of purpose.
Through hands-on projects, Socratic discussions, and real-world learning experiences, students build confidence, responsibility, critical thinking skills, and a lifelong love of learning.

Acton Academy San Diego East is a learner-driven private school serving Transitional Kindergarten through 12th grade. Our mission is to empower young people to become independent thinkers, confident creators, and purposeful contributors in an ever-changing world. We believe education should be more than memorization and compliance - it should be an engaging journey of discovery, character development, and real-world application.
Our Philosophy At Acton Academy San Diego East, learning is rooted in the belief that students thrive when they take ownership of their education. Rather than traditional teacher-led instruction, our Guides serve as facilitators - asking insightful questions, encouraging critical thinking, and nurturing each learner's drive to explore and innovate. This Socratic approach strengthens communication, problem-solving, and reflection. We emphasize mastery-based, self-paced learning, ensuring students only progress to new skills once they have deeply understood the foundations. This allows learners to move ahead confidently, without the constraints of seat time or standardized pacing. Learner-Centered Studios Our school is organized into dynamic, mixed-age Studios where learners collaborate, mentor one another, and engage in meaningful work that connects to their interests:
Spark Studio (Ages 4-6) A nurturing environment where early learners build confidence, curiosity, and foundational skills.
Adventure Studio (Ages 7-10) Elementary-aged learners deepen core competencies through projects, quests, and small-group.
Journey Studio (Grades 6-8) Middle school learners apply knowledge to real-world challenges, strengthen leadership, and build entrepreneurial skills.
Launchpad Studio (Grades 9-12) High school learners chart individualized paths, blending academic mastery with internships, apprenticeships, and self-directed ventures.
Real-World Learning & Character Development Acton Academy San Diego East blends rigorous academic growth with hands-on experiences that build character, responsibility, and purpose. Students participate in meaningful projects - from launching small businesses to designing community initiatives - that foster entrepreneurial thinking and real-world problem solving.
Character education is deeply integrated into every aspect of the learning journey. Learners practice virtues such as integrity, empathy, resilience, and self-reflection, preparing them not just for higher education but for life beyond school.
Our school culture prioritizes personal agency, collaboration, and social responsibility. Mixed-age studios encourage mentorship and peer learning, while field experiences and community engagements extend learning beyond the studio walls. Acton Academy San Diego East also offers programs for homeschool families seeking community-based learning options and hosts events such as the San Diego Children's Business Fair, where students showcase entrepreneurial projects to the public.
Why Families Choose Acton Families choose Acton Academy San Diego East because it provides a transformative alternative to traditional schooling - one that honors each child's individuality, nurtures academic and personal growth, and prepares learners to meet the future with confidence and purpose.

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The average private school tuition in San Diego, CA is $16,567 for elementary schools and $28,627 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in San Diego, CA is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).