Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Yearly Tuition: $7,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Alpha Acton Academy
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Yearly Tuition: $7,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Motto
Every child has a unique hero's journey.
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academic Profile
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Jane Ternavsky
Application URL
School Notes
- At Alpha Acton Academy, we believe every child has a unique hero's journey.
- Our mission is to help them discover their strengths, passions & purpose.
- We believe in empowering students to become independent, lifelong learners.
- Our unique approach to education moves beyond traditional schooling, emphasizing real-world learning, project-based exploration, and personalized learning plans.
- Students of all ages collaborate in our studios, developing critical thinking, creativity, and a deep love of learning. More than ever, parents in Folsom and El Dorado Hills, California are looking for alternative, private school options to provide the best education for their children.
- Alpha Acton Academy offers a truly different approach to education.
- At Alpha Acton Academy, we believe every child has a unique hero's journey. Our mission is to help them discover their strengths, passions & purpose. We believe in empowering students to become independent, lifelong learners. Our unique approach to education moves beyond traditional schooling, emphasizing real-world learning, project-based exploration, and personalized learning plans. Students of all ages collaborate in our studios, developing critical thinking, creativity, and a deep love of learning.More than ever, parents in Folsom and El Dorado Hills, California are looking for alternative, private school options to provide the best education for their children. Alpha Acton Academy offers a truly different approach to education.We offer a truly different approach to school. Supported by the latest in technology and cognitive science, we move beyond the traditional tools of lectures, homework, high-stakes tests, and grades. At Alpha Acton Academy, students K-6 learn in collaborative classrooms of multi-age learners. Our flexible approach challenges each student with their differentiated learning plan and inspires them through real-world projects.After-all, childhood should be about the discovery of self. We are a place where kids are free to be kids while learning how to be kind, passionate, and powerful individuals capable of changing the world. By utilizing the latest technology and educational methods, we help empower Lions to be their greatest selves every day.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Alpha Acton Academy cost?
Alpha Acton Academy's tuition is approximately $7,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Alpha Acton Academy?
The application deadline for Alpha Acton Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Alpha Acton Academy is Odyssey Learning Center (2.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Guidepost Montessori at Folsom (0.6 miles away)
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Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: NS-5
Montessori School
777 Levy Rd
Folsom, CA 95630
(442) 267-6305
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: K-8 | 387 students
Avg. class size: 36 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 5
Catholic
309 Montrose Drive
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 985-4129
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
295 S. Lexington Dr.
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 983-6169
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students
Islamic
381 S Lexington Dr Ste 100
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 790-8599
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: K | 103 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Montessori School
216 Natoma St
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 985-6034
Distance: 2.9 mi
Gr: 4-12 | 67 students
Special Education School
7150 Santa Juanita Ave
Orangevale, CA 95662
(916) 988-0258
Distance: 5.0 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 41 students
Alternative School (Christian)
7006 Rossmore Ln
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 857-9100
Distance: 5.1 mi
Gr: K-12 | 77 students
Special Education School
5477 Eureka Rd Ste 2
Granite Bay, CA 95746
(916) 774-1260
Distance: 5.8 mi
Gr: NS-10 | 167 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 3
5005 Hillsdale Cirlce
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 933-5122
Distance: 7.3 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 15 students
All-boys | Special Education School
1780 Vernon St. Suite #5
Roseville, CA 95678
(916) 782-1111
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: NS-5
Montessori School
777 Levy Rd
Folsom, CA 95630
(442) 267-6305
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: K-8 | 387 students
Avg. class size: 36 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 5
Catholic
309 Montrose Drive
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 985-4129
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students
Islamic
381 S Lexington Dr Ste 100
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 790-8599
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: K-6 | 60 students
Islamic
1143 Sibley St
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 353-0531
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 125 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Extracurriculars: 7
650 Willard Dr
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 353-0185
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: NS-5
Montessori School
777 Levy Rd
Folsom, CA 95630
(442) 267-6305
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
295 S. Lexington Dr.
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 983-6169
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students
Islamic
381 S Lexington Dr Ste 100
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 790-8599
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: K | 103 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Montessori School
216 Natoma St
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 985-6034
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 125 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Extracurriculars: 7
650 Willard Dr
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 353-0185
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Folsom Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
500 Blue Ravine Rd.
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 294-9040
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 294-9040
0.1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 1,508 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Blanche Sprentz Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
249 Flower Dr.
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 294-9110
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 294-9110
0.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 348 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Folsom Cordova K-8 Community Charter
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4420 Monhegan Way
Mather, CA 95655
(916) 294-9190
Mather, CA 95655
(916) 294-9190
0.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 150 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Theodore Judah Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 Dean Way
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 294-9175
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 294-9175
0.9 miles
Gr: K-5 | 600 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Folsom Lake High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1655 Iron Point Rd.
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 294-2400
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 294-2400
1.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 47 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
School Reviews
5 11/7/2025
As a guide at Alpha Acton Academy, I've had the privilege of witnessing students grow in ways that go far beyond traditional education. The learner-driven model truly empowers children to take ownership of their goals, develop critical thinking skills, and discover their passions through hands-on projects. Every day, I see learners collaborating, solving real-world challenges, and gaining confidence in their ability to make meaningful choices. What makes Alpha Acton Academy special is its strong community of families and educators who believe in nurturing curiosity, independence, and character. It's incredibly rewarding to see students light up when they realize their learning is directly connected to their own Hero's Journey. I'm proud to be part of a place where both learners and guides are constantly growing, learning, and inspired by purpose.
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