Light Islamic Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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About the School

Light Islamic Academy in Oakland, CA, serves 140 students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a co–ed, Islamic–oriented private school setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with 25 teachers, and 90% of faculty hold advanced degrees.
Founded in 2015, the academy offers 10 AP courses and maintains an average class size of 25 students.
Annual tuition is $6,000 with 10% of students receiving financial aid; the school's acceptance rate is 90%.
Located in the Toler Heights neighborhood, Light Islamic Academy provides summer school programs for its students.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked CA School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 140 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,000
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 25 students
Application Deadline: Apr. 30
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School Rankings

Light Islamic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

Religious Affiliation

Islamic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Light Islamic Academy
Kind	10
1	10
2	10
3	10
4	10
5	10
6	10
7	10
8	10
9	10
10	10
11	10
12	10
Ungraded	10

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

2015

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

140 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

25 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Average Class Size

25 students

Number of AP Courses

10 courses

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Apr. 30

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,000

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% on Financial Aid

10%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$100,000

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Sports

Total Sports Offered

1 sport

Sports

Tennis

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Light Islamic Academy cost?

Light Islamic Academy's tuition is approximately $6,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Light Islamic Academy?

The acceptance rate of Light Islamic Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

What sports does Light Islamic Academy offer?

Light Islamic Academy offers 1 interscholastic sports: Tennis.

What is Light Islamic Academy's ranking?

Light Islamic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Least expensive tuition and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Light Islamic Academy?

The application deadline for Light Islamic Academy is Apr. 30.

In what neighborhood is Light Islamic Academy located?

Light Islamic Academy is located in the Toler Heights neighborhood of Oakland, CA.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Oakland, CA is $25,241 for elementary schools and $23,712 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Oakland, CA is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).