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#1700 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Aldar Academy

School

4436 ENGLE RD, Sacramento, CA 95821

Private

Enrollment

60

Student-Teacher

60:1

Score

4.4

Grades

2nd – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,700 of 1,787

In Sacramento

#28 of 31

public schools

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Aldar Academy

4.4/10

School in Sacramento · grades 2nd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.9/10

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3.0/10

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About Aldar Academy

Aldar Academy is a private school in Sacramento, CA. Aldar Academy serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 60:1 student-teacher ratio. Aldar Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,700 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares1.9 pts below CA schools
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 60 students, Aldar Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Aldar Academy runs 60:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Aldar Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Aldar Academy compares to 200 public schools serving similar grades in Sacramento, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
60:1
This School
vs
22.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
60
This School
vs
677
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.4
This School
vs
5.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 35% vs 0%
Hispanic 28.3% vs 0%
Black 18.3% vs 0%
Asian 6.7% vs 0%
Aldar Academy Sacramento Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Aldar Academy (this school) 4.4
Whitney Avenue Elementary 3.9
Pasadena Avenue Elementary 3.0
Mira Loma High 6.9
James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary 4.2
Arcade Fundamental Middle 3.1
Del Paso Manor Elementary 4.2
El Camino Fundamental High 4.8
San Juan Choices Charter 7.6
La Entrada Continuation High 5.2
Cottage Elementary 2.5
Laurel Ruff Transition 4.2
Marconi Learning Academy 4.6
Arden Middle 4.9
Dyer-Kelly Elementary 2.8
Mariemont Elementary 6.0
Woodridge Elementary 4.0
Pioneer Elementary 7.1
Foothill Ranch Middle 7.0
Vista Nueva Career and Technology High 6.9
North Area Community 4.5

Showing 20 of 200 schools. View all schools in Sacramento

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
D 1.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 60:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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School Day Length 5.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,160
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 71%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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Enrollment 60
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 35.0%
Hispanic 28.3%
Black 18.3%
Native American 8.3%
Asian 6.7%
Pacific Islander 1.7%
Two or More 1.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4436 ENGLE RD, Sacramento, CA 95821

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Aldar Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Winston Churchill Middle (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Carmichael), which scores notably higher. Another option is San Juan Choices Charter (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, California Montessori Project-San Juan Campuses (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Carmichael), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Aldar Academy Sacramento 0.0 mi
Whitney Avenue Elementary Sacramento 0.4 mi 3.9
Pasadena Avenue Elementary Sacramento 0.5 mi 3.0
Mira Loma High Sacramento 0.5 mi 6.9
Winston Churchill Middle Carmichael 0.6 mi 7.9
Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary School Sacramento 0.7 mi
PRESENTATION OF THE BLESSED MARY SCHOOL Sacramento 0.8 mi 5.8
Mission Avenue Open Elementary Carmichael 0.9 mi 3.8
James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary Sacramento 0.8 mi 4.2
SIERRA UPPER SCHOOL OF SACRAMENT0 Sacramento 1.0 mi 7.1
WONDER-LAND CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & DAYCARE Carmichael 0.9 mi
Del Paso Manor Elementary Sacramento 1.3 mi 4.2
California Montessori Project-San Juan Campuses Carmichael 1.1 mi 7.3
Arcade Fundamental Middle Sacramento 1.1 mi 3.1
El Camino Fundamental High Sacramento 1.5 mi 4.8
Visions In Education Carmichael 1.7 mi 7.2
San Juan Choices Charter Sacramento 1.8 mi 7.6
St. Michael's Episcopal Day School Carmichael 1.9 mi
Oakdale Elementary North Highlands 1.8 mi 2.3
Cameron Ranch Elementary Carmichael 1.7 mi 2.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95821 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,331

Median Home Value

$470,900

Median Rent

$1,342/mo

Population

38,372

College Educated

28.4%

Homeownership

48.3%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

19.5%

Median Age

38.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Aldar Academy

What grades does Aldar Academy serve?

Aldar Academy serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.

How many students attend Aldar Academy?

Aldar Academy has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Aldar Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Aldar Academy is 60:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Aldar Academy rank in CA?

Aldar Academy ranks #1,700 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Aldar Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Aldar Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Aldar Academy a private school?

Yes, Aldar Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Aldar Academy a religious school?

No, Aldar Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
60
Gender Split
75% M / 25% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
60:1
Teachers (FTE)
1
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
5.8 hours
Days Per Year
200 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sacramento County

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