Orinda Academy
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Yearly Tuition: $46,438
- Acceptance rate: 60%
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Orinda Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
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School Notes
- Our mission is to provide a structured, supportive college preparatory education that compassionately engages all learners as active members of our diverse community and empowers them to achieve their potential as successful, confident, self-reliant individuals.Orinda Academy is a co-ed independent school for students in grades 9 to 12 in Orinda, California in the San Francisco East Bay.We offer a college prep curriculum committed to providing students with academic growth, ambitious and advanced classes in the arts, competitive interscholastic athletics and a rich technological curriculum.We develop students` critical thinking skills, ethical values, an appreciation for culture, a healthy lifestyle, and a sense of social responsibility.We bring together a diverse student body with a multitude of talents and abilities and develop their love of learning and an appreciation for the opportunities in our multi-cultural world. We welcome and support students with mild to moderate learning differences, social-emotional needs (e.g. anxiety), and English Language Development in all our classes.We foster connection, collaboration and communication between parents, students and teachers to achieve a successful academic experience.Student support includes collaboration with outside tutors, therapists and specialists to ensure student success.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Orinda Academy cost?
Orinda Academy's tuition is approximately $46,438 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Orinda Academy?
The acceptance rate of Orinda Academy is 60%, which is lower than the national average of 84%. Orinda Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Orinda Academy offer?
Orinda Academy offers 1 interscholastic sports: Weightlifting.
What is Orinda Academy's ranking?
Orinda Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for Orinda Academy?
The application deadline for Orinda Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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