Islamic school was the dream of every Muslim in the Sacramento area.
It was realized in the fall of 1998 with the establishment of Al-Arqam School.
Al-Arqam Islamic School is committed to the education and nurturing of the whole child and to instill in each of its students the principles of submission to the Will of Allah (SWT) as an essential element in achieving excellence academically and personally.
Our goals are to teach a love for Islam by way of role modeling; to teach the practice of Islam through daily practical implementation; to educate our students according to first-rate standards of academic achievement; to teach our students to strive for excellence so that they may compete effectively in the outside society, universities and work places; and to develop in each student a strong moral and spiritual character, and to build on their individual self worth, discipline, independence, ethical standards, love of learning, sense of citizenship and responsibility.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,000
- Acceptance rate: 60%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Al Argam Islamic School & College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
485 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
62%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
10%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
10 courses
Advanced Courses
AP English Language and Literature, AP US History, IB Arabic HL1, IB Arabic HL2, IB Business and Management SL1, IB Business and Management SL2, IB Chemistry SL1, IB Chemistry SL2, IB English Literature HL1, IB English Literature HL2, IB History HL1, IB History of Africa and the Middle Ease HL2, IB Math SL1, IB Math SL2
Average SAT score
1050
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
22
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform-Blue
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies depending on the grade level and the number of siblings.
Acceptance Rate
60%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Dr. LULA ABUSALIH
Admissions Associate
Noor Duso
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arabic Club, Coding Club, Creative Writing Club, Game Club, National Honor Society, Science Club, Sports Club
Arabic Club, Coding Club, Creative Writing Club, Game Club, National Honor Society, Science Club, Sports Club
School Notes
- Al-Arqam Islamic School (AIS) was founded in September 1998 by seven community members who represented different Islamic Centers in the Greater Sacramento Area, and volunteered their time and effort to form and work on establishing of the school. Since its inception, AIS has served an ethnically diverse ethnic community in which the socioeconomic composition of its student population derived predominantly from middle class families. The school has expanded to include over 450 students from regions as far away as Folsom, Yuba City, Natomas, Ripon, Tracy, and other East Bay communities. In 2007, Al-Arqam Islamic School opened its high school program, with the addition of the International Baccalaureate World School in 2009. Thus, the school was rechristened Al-Arqam Islamic School & College Preparatory (AIS/ACP). The vision of Al-Arqam Islamic School & College Preparatory is to educate lifelong learners who practice Islam as a way of life and are responsible, productive members of our global society-educating and nurturing the "whole" child. Al-Arqam Islamic School & College Preparatory is built on the collaborative and cooperative efforts of the School`s Board of Trustees (BOT), the Administration Team, dedicated staff, parents, and the local community.
- Mission Statement
- The Al-Arqam`s mission is to teach and nurture the "whole" child-intellectually, spiritually,emotionally and physically, and to instill in each student the principles of submission to the Will of Allah as an essential element in achieving personal and academic excellence.
- Schoolwide Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
- Al-Arqam Islamic School & College Preparatory has five Schoolwide Learning Outcomes (SLOs) that are focused on the establishment of strong, cohesive, and engaging school programs designed to impact students: academically, spiritually, socially, and physically. The school, in concert with all of its stakeholders, began its revision process in the Spring of the 2017-2018 academic year, with the goal of updating the school`s learner outcomes.The school`s updated SLOs are conveyed through the acrostic TORCH, which is derived from the school`s mascot and logo, the Torch Bearers.
- THINKING CRITICALLY
- OBSERVING AND LIVING ISLAM
- RIGOROUS AND ENGAGING CURRICULUM
- COMMUNICATING EFFECTIVELY
- HAVING GLOBAL-MINDEDNESS
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Al Argam Islamic School & College Preparatory cost?
Al Argam Islamic School & College Preparatory's tuition is approximately $6,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Al Argam Islamic School & College Preparatory?
The acceptance rate of Al Argam Islamic School & College Preparatory is 60%, which is lower than the national average of 84%. Al Argam Islamic School & College Preparatory's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Al Argam Islamic School & College Preparatory offer?
Al Argam Islamic School & College Preparatory offers 3 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Soccer and Tennis.
What is Al Argam Islamic School & College Preparatory's ranking?
Al Argam Islamic School & College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Al Argam Islamic School & College Preparatory?
The application deadline for Al Argam Islamic School & College Preparatory is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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