Fortuna Junior Academy in Fortuna, CA serves grades 3 through 8 with a total enrollment of 9 students in a town–based setting.
The school is affiliated with the Seventh Day Adventist Church and operates as a co–educational private school.
Founded in 1924, Fortuna Junior Academy has a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 with one full–time teacher.
Annual tuition at Fortuna Junior Academy is $3,600, ranking it among the more affordable private schools in California.
The school's student body includes approximately 29% students of color, reflecting moderate diversity within the small enrollment.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,600
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Fortuna Junior Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
9 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Fortuna Junior Academy cost?
Fortuna Junior Academy's tuition is approximately $3,600 for private students.
What is Fortuna Junior Academy's ranking?
Fortuna Junior Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Fortuna Junior Academy?
The application deadline for Fortuna Junior Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Fortuna Junior Academy located?
Fortuna Junior Academy is located in the Rohnerville neighborhood of Fortuna, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Rohnerville.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Fortuna Junior Academy is New Life Christian School (0.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
New Life Christian School
(Christian)
1355 Ross HIll Road
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-9136
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-9136
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 89 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Gospel Outreach School
(Christian)
2845 Saint James Pl
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 445-2214
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 445-2214
14.1 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 21 students
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(Catholic)
222 Dollison Street
Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 443-2735
Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 443-2735
14.3 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 300 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 6
Redwood Christian School
(Church of the Nazarene)
2039 E Street
Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 442-4625
Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 442-4625
14.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 93 students Tuition listed
Mistwood Montessori School
Montessori School
1801 10th St
Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 444-8100
Eureka, CA 95501
(707) 444-8100
15.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 52 students
School Reviews
5 3/29/2013
The staff at FJA are amazing! The kids learn so much!
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