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Belmont Oaks Academy

Belmont Oaks Academy in Belmont, CA is a nonsectarian private school serving grades PK through 5 with an enrollment of 392 students in a suburban community.
Founded in 1948, the school has a student–teacher ratio of 23:1 and an average class size of 24, supported by 17 teachers.
The student body is diverse, including approximately 44.7% students of color, with representation from Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, Black, and White communities.
Annual tuition is $19,000, with rolling admissions and a formal dress code, and the school offers summer school programs.
Belmont Oaks Academy is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 392 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $19,000
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Belmont Oaks Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1948
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres

Student Body

Total Students
392 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
45%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Belmont Oaks Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
24 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform required

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
extended day $500/ month
Admissions Director
Jennifer Clarke
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: Proven Excellence in Education.
  • See website www.mmboa.org for more information.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Belmont Oaks Academy cost?
Belmont Oaks Academy's tuition is approximately $19,000 for private students.
What is Belmont Oaks Academy's ranking?
Belmont Oaks Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Belmont Oaks Academy?
The application deadline for Belmont Oaks Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 392 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $19,000
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Belmont, CA is $21,340 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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