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Pacific Sands Academy

216 Mt Hermon Rd Ste E
Scotts Valley, CA 95066

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Tel: (831) 515-8250

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Pacific Sands Academy in Scotts Valley, CA serves 21 students in grades 1 through 12 within a nonsectarian, suburban setting.

The school operates with one teacher, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 21:1.

Approximately 47% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting diversity within the school community.

Pacific Sands Academy is classified as an alternative co–educational school offering a unique program type in the suburban midsize locale.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 1-12
Enrollment: 21 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Type

Alternative School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 1-12

Student Body

Total Students

21 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

47%

State avg.: 51%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

1 teacher

Student-Teacher Ratio

21:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for Pacific Sands Academy?

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

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 1-12
Enrollment: 21 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in California is $17,610 for elementary schools and $23,483 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in California is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).