The Alice and Nahum Lainer School of today is built on the bedrock of our nearly five successful decades as a warm, challenging school that nurtures Jewish hearts and minds.
We`re constantly evolving to offer the most ambitious, intellectual and spirit-rich Jewish environment in which to grow critical thinkers and future leaders. With engaging teaching approaches-including the Responsive Classroom method, immersive Hebrew, reading and writing workshops, Investigations in Numbers, Data and Space math curriculum and inquiry-based science-plus stunning art, music and physical education facilities, Sinai Akiba nurtures passionate learners who will light the future for generations to come.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 755 students
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 20 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Sinai Akiba Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Learning Support Program and Gifted Program available
Year Founded
1968
Student Body
Total Students
755 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
48%
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 20 / rolling
Admissions Director
Lisa Zide
Admissions Associate
Yochanan Kabaker
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
18 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
chess, Dance, fashion design, glee club, newspaper, newsteam, robotics, scrapbooking, spanish, student council, Tinkering, yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
art, chamber ensemble, Choir, drama, orchestra
Recreational Athletic Programs:
league sports
chess, Dance, fashion design, glee club, newspaper, newsteam, robotics, scrapbooking, spanish, student council, Tinkering, yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
art, chamber ensemble, Choir, drama, orchestra
Recreational Athletic Programs:
league sports
School Notes
- We believe that children who are empowered to fail will take the risks that change the world.We believe in nourishing students` hearts, minds and souls.We believe that learning should be joyful.We believe in introducing students to a lifetime of personal growth, sensitivity, responsibility and intellectual inquiry shaped by Jewish practices and thought.We believe that tikkun olam and ruach are central to education.We believe in a rich and rigorous integrated curriculum.
- Let`s get something out of the way right now: you are holding thousands of individual moments of wonder distilled into a couple paragraphs. It`s good and true and interesting and exciting, but NOTHING is more important than visiting a school you`re considering for your child. Nothing will tell you more than being inside its classrooms. So if you haven`t visited our dynamic West L.A. campus yet, we invite you to join us for a Take-A-Look Thursday tour (8:30 a.m. each Thursday school is in session) or schedule a private tour. We want you to experience the joy and wonder of our school first-hand.
- Because we`re Jewish day school reimagined for families like yours.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Sinai Akiba Academy offer?
Sinai Akiba Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Sinai Akiba Academy's ranking?
Sinai Akiba Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Sinai Akiba Academy?
The application deadline for Sinai Akiba Academy is Feb. 20 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 20 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Sinai Akiba Academy located?
Sinai Akiba Academy is located in the Westwood neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 5 other private schools located in Westwood.
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