The purpose of Sandpoint Junior Academy is to provide a Christian character building education for young people.
SJA is a Seventh-day Adventist Christian school that accommodates students of all faiths ranging from 1st through 8th grade.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked ID School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,450
- Average class size: 9 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Sandpoint Junior Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Year Founded
1939
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
31 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 15%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
33%
Average Class Size
9 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
modest, neat, clean
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
20%
School Notes
- "In everything you do put God first, and He will direct you and crown your efforts with success." Proverbs 3:6
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sandpoint Junior Academy cost?
Sandpoint Junior Academy's tuition is approximately $3,450 for private students.
What schools are Sandpoint Junior Academy often compared to?
Sandpoint Junior Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Sandpoint Waldorf School by visitors of our site.
What is Sandpoint Junior Academy's ranking?
Sandpoint Junior Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Sandpoint Junior Academy?
The application deadline for Sandpoint Junior Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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