Nishiyamato Academy of California is a private Japanese international day school for students from pre-kindergarten through 9th grade, offering a Japanese guideline-based curriculum.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Nishiyamato Academy Of California ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-9
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
124 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: 真の国際人に育ってほしい
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Nishiyamato Academy Of California?
The application deadline for Nishiyamato Academy Of California is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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