Peninsula Adventist School Photo #2 - One of the fun field trips is a hike out to the Lighthouse where the kids learn about the perils of ships along the California coastline.

Peninsula Adventist School

Although our school is owned and operated by the Seventh-day Adventist Church, we accept students from families of all faiths who desire a solid Christian education. It is our purpose to help each of our students develop a strong personal relationship with Jesus. Our Bible classes are taught from the Bible. In fact, our entire curriculum is Bible based. Our teachers are dedicated Christians who will partner with you to train your children to become more Christlike.
We invite you to find out more about our school.
Call us to schedule a visit, or explore online. To see what is happening at our school you can check our calendar, news, visit our classrooms or see what our alumni are doing.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 9 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,000
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Peninsula Adventist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1953
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a

Student Body

Total Students
9 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Peninsula Adventist School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
100%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
There is a discount applied to children of members of the Seventh-day Adventist church.
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Yvonne Forde

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Central California Conference Bible Challenge, Central California Conference Spelling Bee, Community Service

Arts and Music Programs:
Musical Plays

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Central California Conference Friendship Games Tournaments (sports)

School Notes

  • Our school is part of the world-wide Seventh-day Aventist school network. The Seventh-day Adventist educational system includes elementary and high schools, colleges and universities in countries around the globe.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Peninsula Adventist School cost?
Peninsula Adventist School's tuition is approximately $5,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Peninsula Adventist School?
The acceptance rate of Peninsula Adventist School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What is Peninsula Adventist School's ranking?
Peninsula Adventist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Peninsula Adventist School?
The application deadline for Peninsula Adventist School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 9 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,000
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Monterey County, CA is $17,225 for elementary schools and $21,708 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Monterey County, CA is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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