Monterey Bay Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 143 students
Yearly Tuition: $13,700
Acceptance rate: 75%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Monterey Bay 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 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Monterey Bay Academy
9	21
10	35
11	49
12	38

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Year Founded

1949

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Campus Size

380 acres

Student Body

Total Students

143 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

54%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

16 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

40%

Average Class Size

20 students

Number of AP Courses

6 courses

List of Courses Offered

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Advanced Courses

AP CalculusAP Language & Composition

AP Pre-CalculusAP Psychology

AP StatisticsAP US History

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

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Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$13,700

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Tuition Notes

Dorm - $21,000 Hybrid (dorm during week, home on weekends)- $18,000. Boarding - $21,000. SDA Member discounts Available

% on Financial Aid

30%

Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

99%

Admissions Director

Kevin Bowen

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

Flag FootballGolf

SoccerVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

11 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

AviationInternational Club

Student AssociationStudent Senate

Surfing

Arts and Music Programs:

Advanced BandAdvanced Choir

Beginning BandChoir

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Intramural SportsSCUBA

School Notes

Monterey Bay Academy is committed to excellence in communicating Jesus Christ while teaching young people to balance academics with everyday living in a clear practical manner, so they will be equipped to grow in wisdom, integrity and service.
At MBA it is our mission to educate the whole person's mind, body and spirit.
We have great teachers and great classes, but we also have service, leadership and work opportunities that help our students become more than good graduates, they become good citizens and hopefully, good Christians.

School Motto: Where Land and Sea Unite to Inspire

Monteray Bay Academy is committed to excellence in communicating Jesus Christ while teaching young people to balance academics with everyday living in a clear practical manner, so they will be equipped to grow in wisdom, integrity and service. At MBA it is our mission to educate the whole person's mind, body and spirit. We have great teachers and great classes, but we also have service, leadership and work opportunities that help our students become more than good graduates, they become good citizens and hopefully, good Christians.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Monterey Bay Academy cost?

Monterey Bay Academy's tuition is approximately $13,700 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Monterey Bay Academy?

The acceptance rate of Monterey Bay Academy is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 80%.

What sports does Monterey Bay Academy offer?

Monterey Bay Academy offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer and Volleyball.

What is Monterey Bay Academy's ranking?

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

When is the application deadline for Monterey Bay Academy?

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

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The average private school tuition in Santa Cruz County, CA is $17,758 for elementary schools and $29,726 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Santa Cruz County, CA is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).