Desert Adventist Academy was established in 1953 and is part of the worldwide Seventh-day Adventist education system, which has over 6,700 schools worldwide including Loma Linda University.
Adventist education currently touches the lives of over 1.2 million students.
Adventist education is much more than the academic excellence for which it is renowned.
It also fosters a faith in God, respect for others, independent thinking and moral integrity.
It is education based on the development of the whole person physical, intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual.
Desert Adventist Academy is a safe place for young people K-8 to discover, grow and soar on their journey to making this world a better place.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,780
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Desert Adventist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 10, 2025
School Mascot
Lions
Student Body
Total Students
45 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
65%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Desert Adventist School cost?
Desert Adventist School's tuition is approximately $5,780 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Desert Adventist School?
The application deadline for Desert Adventist School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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