Armona Union Academy is a WASC accredited private K-12 day school and the only Seventh-day Adventist high school in Kings County, California.
We are the oldest Protestant parochial school in our county.
And we have one of the lowest teacher-student ratios in the state (currently averaging 1:15 for our TK-8 elementary, and 1:7 in the high school).
We proudly promote the Seventh-day Adventist faith and lifestyle, but we also jealously guard the right of all to choose for themselves.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Armona Union Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1904
Student Body
Total Students
109 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
84%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
1 course
Advanced Courses
AP Literature and Composition
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Prices are dependent on grade level
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Campus Ministries, Drama Club, Ladies Ministries
Campus Ministries, Drama Club, Ladies Ministries
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Armona Union Academy offer?
Armona Union Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football and Volleyball.
What is Armona Union Academy's ranking?
Armona Union Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Armona Union Academy?
The application deadline for Armona Union Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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