We are the only school in Sacramento County that is a combination private elementary, preschool and summer camp which is accredited by *WASC: the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
This is the same body that has accreditied schools such as Caltech, USC and Stanford.
Please feel free to visit our website and obtain waiting list information.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1975
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
224 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
15%
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Cindy Higgins
Admissions Associate
Irma Mertens
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Computers, Dance or Gymnastics, Field Trips included, Horseback Riding, Librarian, Physical Education, Spanish, Swimming on-site
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Creative Frontiers Elementary?
The acceptance rate of Creative Frontiers Elementary is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
When is the application deadline for Creative Frontiers Elementary?
The application deadline for Creative Frontiers Elementary is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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