Cambrian Academy
Our students didn't miss out on learning. We met all the requirements to reopen for in-person learning on June 15, 2020 and have remained open for in-person learning. Remote Learning continues to be available for at-risk students and those with at-risk household members. As an independent private school, we aren't required to experiment on children with the educational fads of the day, such as Common Core. We truly prepare students for success in college and success in life. Cambrian Academy students have been accepted to MIT, UC Berkeley, Stanford, Duke, Columbia, USC, Emory, UC Santa Cruz, Penn State, UC Irvine, UC Davis, Purdue, San Jose State, Hofstra, St. John's, Pepperdine, UOP, Temple, Rutgers, James Madison, Drexel, UC Santa Barbara, University of Oregon, Oregon State, SUNY, Pomona, Pitzer, George Mason, Georgetown, UNLV, George Washington, UC San Diego, and many others.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 5-12
- Students: 110 students
- Yearly Tuition: $20,500
- Acceptance rate: 75%
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / Mar. 1 / rolling
Top Rankings
Cambrian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Year Founded
2008
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
110 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
8 students
Number of AP Courses
12 courses
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 1 / Mar. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$20,500
Tuition Notes
High School is $20,500 per year. Your tuition rate is locked in at the time of enrollment.Near the start of the year, we may announce additional scholarship funding for students with particular skills, such as drummers, guitarists, go kart racers, etc. So don\'t hesitate to ask.
Summer Program Cost
$600
Summer Program Cost Notes
The average cost of summer classes for credit is $600.
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,000
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Mr. Dave Delgado
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
14 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess, Cultural Exchange Club, Green Team, Guitar, Interact, Media Internships, National Honor Society, Oceanography, Robotics, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Stage Band
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Go Kart Racing League, Outdoor Adventures, Sailing
Chess, Cultural Exchange Club, Green Team, Guitar, Interact, Media Internships, National Honor Society, Oceanography, Robotics, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Stage Band
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Go Kart Racing League, Outdoor Adventures, Sailing
School Notes
Our Education Model ensures that all students
participate and all students learn.
Courses are taught around a table in groups of 6-12 students.
Teachers are participants in classroom discussions, guiding
students without always lecturing. Our focus is on AP and Honors
courses, but we also look beyond high school graduation to college
success. Our students are educated in logical and rational
thinking, relevant economics, and
historical perspective, so they may have a
successful college experience while still maintaining their ability
to think and act with confidence as well as
completing college with their moral compass still
intact.
- Superb High School Academics
- Highly qualified instructors
- Seminar style teaching
- Class sizes of 6-12
- Focus on Advanced Placement and Honors
- International students welcome
- We are authorized to issue I-20 visas to qualified students, grades 6-12. I-20 Visas permit foreign students to study in the United States legally. A mix of local and international students provides a rich, cultural experience and a supportive and outstanding academic peer group. International students make up approximately 25% of our student population.
- Academics scheduled around practice
- Hi-Tech interaction with faculty
- Performance scholarships available
Profile last updated: 01/19/2022
School Reviews
5 6/12/2017
My son, Sam, started at Cambrian Academy this year, as a sophomore. Best decision we ever made. The school has changed his life, and ours. Sam is very bright but has never liked school. But he loves it now. For the first time, ever, he's engaged, committed, happy, and intellectually curious. He loves the school community, the excellence of the teaching and the flexibility that comes with a small school. He's enjoyed learning about other countries by getting to know the international students and appreciates their focus and commitment to getting to college.
5 6/12/2017
My son Sam started at Cambrian in 2016 as a 10th grader. He is very bright but has never (really) liked school before. Cambrian Academy has changed his life (and ours). He is engaged, excited to learn, enthusiastic and thoughtful. He is enjoying the quality of teaching, the flexibility the school has in tailoring curriculum to his interests and the international student body--he's enjoyed learning about other countries and he appreciates the energy and seriousness with which international students approach high school. We couldn't be happier with Cambrian.
5 4/9/2012
Here are just a few of the many reasons I believe Cambrian Academy is the best school in the area. 1) The teachers are incredibly dedicated. They cheerfully give my child extra help during lunch breaks and after school. They love to teach and it shows in their preparation, presentation of subject matter, and enthusiasm. 2) The class sizes are small.The average is 10 per class. Students sit around a conference table so everyone is fully engaged in the discussions. 3) The administration cares about meeting the needs of every student. Because of the school size, it is able to help nurture each person's strengths while addressing his weaknesses. 4) Students are placed according to ability, not age. This has resulted in some being accelerated by 4 or 5 grades. 5) Communication from administration and teachers is superb. My child's grades, attendance, and homework are all accessible online. Just a few clicks of the mouse and I can view her progress or contact any teacher. If you believe the skills necessary for success are obtained through stellar education given by knowledgeable, caring teachers, I urge you to take a tour.
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