African Children Advanced Learning Center is formed in August 1988 as an out growth of the Pan Afrikan Center for progressive education which began in 1973.
ACALC is formed by members of the Pan Afrikan People's Organization.
ACALC'S primary purpose is to address the dire need of the black community for an educational institution and structure which will nurture our children and enhance their self esteem and self respect toward the goal of producing the academically and morally astute leaders we need to ensure a positive future.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-11
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
African Children Advanced Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-11
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
7 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Dominique Collins - 2009 -
- Ashoka Deskins - 2009 -
- Camille Williams - 2008 -
- Ashika Deskins - 2007 -
- Jabali Jacks - 2007 -
- Jarel Martin - 2006 -
- Jelani Prosser - 2006 -
- Loren Davis - 2006 -
- Cameron Bryant - 2005 -
- Kaya Hollins - 2000 -
- Symone Parsons - 2000 -
- Nneka Adams - 1998 -
- Betty - 1998 -
- Kavaragu Mtambuzi - -
- Maliya Mtambuzi - -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from African Children Advanced Learning Center?
African Children Advanced Learning Center famous alumni include: Dominique Collins - 2009, Ashoka Deskins - 2009, Camille Williams - 2008, Ashika Deskins - 2007, Jabali Jacks - 2007, Jarel Martin - 2006, Jelani Prosser - 2006, Loren Davis - 2006, Cameron Bryant - 2005, Kaya Hollins - 2000, Symone Parsons - 2000, Nneka Adams - 1998, Betty - 1998, Kavaragu Mtambuzi - and Maliya Mtambuzi - .
When is the application deadline for African Children Advanced Learning Center?
The application deadline for African Children Advanced Learning Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 9/4/2019
Provides academic rigor, cultural education and instills academic, mental and emotional self-discipline in the students.
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