Fresno Adventist Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 100 students
Yearly Tuition: $45,000
Average class size: 9 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church (GCSDAC)

Religious Affiliation

Seventh Day Adventist

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Fresno Adventist Academy
Kind	6
1	3
2	6
3	6
4	7
5	9
6	6
7	7
8	11
9	10
10	9
11	9
12	11

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Year Founded

1897

Colors

Blue, Gold

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Student Body

Total Students

100 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

79%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

27%

Average Class Size

9 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniform polo shirts are required

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$45,000

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Tuition Notes

$5,862 - $10,200 Financial assistance for families that qualify. All new students are eligible for a recruitment scholarship of $1,000.00 (Based on the full year of enrollment)

Admissions Director

Nancie Dempsey

Admissions Associate

Tiffany Ellis

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballFlag Football

Track and FieldVolleyball

School Notes

Fresno Adventist Academy is committed to excellence.
Our goal is to communicate the character of Christ while teaching students to value themselves in the choices they make.
We strive to help students understand and appreciate the differences in people.
The staff is committed to modeling a clear and practical lifestyle in order that students may be equipped to grow spiritually in wisdom and integrity, and to contribute with energy, and enthusiasm in serving others.
In our relationships with our students, parents, and community, the staff and governing Board of Trustees are committed to the values of respect, integrity, acceptance, excellence, and service.
We, therefore, promise to hold ourselves accountable for the highest of standards in everything we do and say.

School Mascot: Viking

Fresno Adventist Academy is committed to excellence. Our goal is to communicate the character of Christ while teaching students to value themselves in the choices they make. We strive to help students understand and appreciate the differences in people. The staff is committed to modeling a clear and practical lifestyle in order that students may be equipped to grow spiritually in wisdom and integrity, and to contribute with energy, and enthusiasm in serving others. In our relationships with our students, parents, and community, the staff and governing Board of Trustees are committed to the values of respect, integrity, acceptance, excellence, and service. We, therefore, promise to hold ourselves accountable for the highest of standards in everything we do and say.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Fresno Adventist Academy cost?

Fresno Adventist Academy's tuition is approximately $45,000 for private students.

What sports does Fresno Adventist Academy offer?

Fresno Adventist Academy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Fresno Adventist Academy's ranking?

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

When is the application deadline for Fresno Adventist Academy?

The application deadline for Fresno Adventist Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Fresno Adventist Academy located?

Fresno Adventist Academy is located in the Roosevelt neighborhood of Fresno, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Roosevelt.

School Reviews

5 9/8/2012

Excellent school with excellent teachers, very supportive and encouraging atmosphere. My two kids love going here and have been blessed to attend elementry through high school.

- Posted by Parent - felic

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The average private school tuition in Fresno County, CA is $11,778 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).