San Gabriel Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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About the School

Located in San Gabriel, California, and founded in 1960, San Gabriel Academy is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory Seventh-day Adventist school for students in grades seven through twelve.
Over four hundred students from variety of cultures who are offered many opportunities to interact with their teachers and one another.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked CA School
School Type: Alternative School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 347 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,450
Acceptance rate: 75%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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San Gabriel Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

School Type

Alternative School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church (GCSDAC)

Religious Affiliation

Other

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	San Gabriel Academy
Kind	11
1	14
2	12
3	14
4	16
5	43
6	18
7	27
8	44
9	28
10	35
11	41
12	44

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Year Founded

1960

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Campus Size

2 acres

Student Body

Total Students

347 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

94%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

52 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

100%

Average Class Size

18 students

Number of AP Courses

15 courses

Average SAT score

1410

(Out of 1600)

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,450

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Tuition Notes

a year

Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

7 sports

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School Notes

School Motto: Educating for Eternity
School Mascot: Eagles

Welcome to Admission Office San Gabriel Academy is pleased to welcome students from all parts of the world. It offers a quality, fully accredited Christian education, as well as college preparatory educational experience that will prepare students for higher learning in colleges and universities. SGA strives to present a Christian program, as well as a superior academic, physical, and social education. Admission applications, as well as non-refundable application fee, must be turned in to the Admission Office. The application fee is $25.00 for U.S citizens and permanent residents and $150.00 for international students. All previous transcripts and teacher/administrative recommendation forms must accompany applications. Upon receipt of all forms, the Admission Office will contact the applicant and parents/guardians to schedule an interview. Further information may be obtained by calling the Admission Office at (626) 292-1156

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does San Gabriel Academy cost?

San Gabriel Academy's tuition is approximately $7,450 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of San Gabriel Academy?

The acceptance rate of San Gabriel Academy is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 81%.

What sports does San Gabriel Academy offer?

San Gabriel Academy offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Climbing, Football, Rock Climbing, Soccer and Volleyball.

What is San Gabriel Academy's ranking?

San Gabriel Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest average SAT score, Highest percentage of students of color, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for San Gabriel Academy?

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

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