We are the West Coast's only choir school, with a Grammy-winning music program.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Yearly Tuition: $22,000
- Acceptance rate: 75%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1998
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
15 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$22,000
Tuition Notes
$20,850 for grades 3-5, $28,500 for grades 6-8
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Michael McNeil
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Choir
School Notes
- We are the West Coast's only choir school, with a Grammy-winning music program.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Pacific Boychoir Academy cost?
Pacific Boychoir Academy's tuition is approximately $22,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Pacific Boychoir Academy?
The acceptance rate of Pacific Boychoir Academy is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 80%.
What sports does Pacific Boychoir Academy offer?
Pacific Boychoir Academy offers 1 interscholastic sports: Basketball.
When is the application deadline for Pacific Boychoir Academy?
The application deadline for Pacific Boychoir Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Pacific Boychoir Academy located?
Pacific Boychoir Academy is located in the Piedmont Avenue neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Piedmont Avenue.
School Reviews
5 4/2/2020
I would like to offer a strong recommendation for Pacific Boychoir Academy. Our son is now in 6th grade at the day school. We decided to give our son the opportunity for a small learning environment where he could thrive. His academics are excelling: he is learning independence, time management, being taught in a more individualized way that allows him to learn about himself and how he needs to approach his academics in the future. The camaraderie of the all-boys environment is fantastic. The musical education they receive is outstanding. Their opportunities are life changing for these boys. They are learning to be active, engaged members of the community and to get a chance to perform with these professional organizations and learn and observe from them is in incredible gift. They are supported by the life lessons that are taught and instilled along the way: good manners, eye contact, life skills (table manners, changing tires, learning how to tie a tie!), professional behavior at a venue, and of course, being kind and respectful to others. Every day when I drop my son off, he says how much he loves the school. I feel so lucky we found PBA and hope you consider giving it a look!
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