UCA Elementary School is a private Seventh-day Adventist co-educational institution.
It is a small two-room school with multi-grade classrooms. Our mission is to provide excellent Christ-centered education in academics, character, and training for healthy relationships with Jesus and others.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked WA School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Yearly Tuition: $13,000
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Upper Columbia Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Year Founded
1920
School Calendar
Campus Size
50
Student Body
Total Students
17 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$13,000
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Unity through God’s love, Character through service, Academic excellence through critical thinking.
- UCA Elementary School is a private Seventh-day Adventist co-educational institution.
- It is a small two-room school with multi-grade classrooms.
- Our mission is to provide excellent Christ-centered education in academics, character, and training for healthy relationships with Jesus and others.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Upper Columbia Academy Elementary School cost?
Upper Columbia Academy Elementary School's tuition is approximately $13,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Upper Columbia Academy Elementary School?
The acceptance rate of Upper Columbia Academy Elementary School is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 81%.
What is Upper Columbia Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Upper Columbia Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Upper Columbia Academy Elementary School?
The application deadline for Upper Columbia Academy Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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