Upward International Schools, Pines Academy Campus (2026-27 Profile)

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Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 38 students
Yearly Tuition: $3,500
Acceptance rate: 88%
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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Upward International Schools, Pines Academy Campus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Baptist

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Upward International Schools, Pines Academy Campus
Kind	5
1	6
2	4
3	3
4	2
6	2
7	3
8	3
9	4
10	3
11	1
12	2

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Year Founded

1997

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Student Body

Total Students

38 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

13%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

4 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average Class Size

10 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$3,500

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Tuition Notes

annual. Payment plans available

% on Financial Aid

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,000

Acceptance Rate

88%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Doug Crowder

Admissions Associate

Melodie Cabral

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School Notes

Additional campus, Lighthouse Academy, provides for Kindergarten through 5th grade and is located at 6500 Clark Rd. Applications for both campuses are found at www.upwardinternationalschools.net.
Upward International sponsors schools in Malaysia and Kenya. Accredited by National Association of Private Schools.

Accredited by National Association of Private Schools
Submit application online at UpwardInternationalSchools.net. Click on Pines Academy (grades 6-12) or Lighthouse Academy (grades K-5th)
UIS has provided in-person education since 1997 in Northern California, Malaysia, and Kenya including the months of fire recovery and pandemic.
Homeschool services and remote education are also offered (see website)
Curriculum features a Biblical Worldview.
Small classes and individual attention make it possible for students to succeed who need to catch up academically or who desire to press ahead.

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How much does Upward International Schools, Pines Academy Campus cost?

Upward International Schools, Pines Academy Campus's tuition is approximately $3,500 for private students and $150 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of Upward International Schools, Pines Academy Campus?

The acceptance rate of Upward International Schools, Pines Academy Campus is 88%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.

When is the application deadline for Upward International Schools, Pines Academy Campus?

The application deadline for Upward International Schools, Pines Academy Campus is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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