Escondido Adventist Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 158 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,900
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 13 students
Application Deadline: Apr. 1 / Jun. 1
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Escondido Adventist Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Other religious school association(s)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Religious Affiliation

Seventh Day Adventist

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Escondido Adventist Academy
Kind	6
1	10
2	10
3	8
4	11
5	15
6	14
7	12
8	21
9	15
10	8
11	12
12	16

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

mild dyslexia & mild ADD, ADHD

Year Founded

1903

Campus Size

14 acres

Student Body

Total Students

158 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

71%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

13 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

70%

Average Class Size

13 students

Number of AP Courses

6 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Calculus

AP ChemistryAP Language

AP LiteratureAP Literature

AP Physics

Average SAT score

1200

(Out of 1600)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School Uniforms: Khaki blue pants, polo shirts - red, gray, white and black

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Apr. 1 / Jun. 1

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,900

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Tuition Notes

There is a range in tuition based on grade level and church membership.

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Darena Shetler

Admissions Associate

Gail Hall

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballFlag Football

GolfSoccer

SoftballVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

1 extracurricular

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

RC Club - STEM-based engineer-driven

School Notes

Escondido Adventist Academy endeavors to educate the head, the hand, and the heart within a Christ-centered environment where together students, parents, and teachers can experience the presence of God while preparing for Christ`s return. Our curriculum offers a standards-based curriculum that produces responsible citizens ready to contribute and to serve in their local and global communities.

School Motto: Excellence in Education since 1903
School Mascot: Hawk

Escondido Adventist Academy endeavors to educate the head, the hand, and the heart within a Christ-centered environment where together students, parents, and teachers can experience the presence of God while preparing for Christ`s return. Our curriculum offers a standards-based curriculum that produces responsible citizens ready to contribute and to serve in their local and global communities.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Escondido Adventist Academy cost?

Escondido Adventist Academy's tuition is approximately $6,900 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Escondido Adventist Academy?

The acceptance rate of Escondido Adventist Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

What sports does Escondido Adventist Academy offer?

Escondido Adventist Academy offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.

What is Escondido Adventist Academy's ranking?

Escondido Adventist Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Escondido Adventist Academy?

The application deadline for Escondido Adventist Academy is Apr. 1 / Jun. 1.

In what neighborhood is Escondido Adventist Academy located?

Escondido Adventist Academy is located in the Country Club neighborhood of Escondido, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Country Club.

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The average private school tuition in Escondido, CA is $9,623 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Escondido, CA is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).