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Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy
High School
80 North Forest Road, Sonora, CA 95370
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy
Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy is a private high school in Sonora, CA 95370. The school serves approximately 96 students in grades Kindergarten – 11th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $72,433, where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 96 students, Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
As a private school, Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Sonora, CA
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy (this school) | — |
| Tuolumne County Special Education | 5.9 |
| Tuolumne County Community/ISP | — |
| Sonora High | 4.1 |
| Dario Cassina High | 6.1 |
| Theodore Bird High | 3.2 |
| Sonora Elementary | 4.7 |
| Gold Ridge Educational Center | — |
| Curtis Creek Elementary | 3.7 |
| Gold Rush Home Study Charter | 5.9 |
| Belleview Elementary | 9.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 11th
- Enrollment
- 96 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Address
- 80 North Forest Road, Sonora, CA 95370
- Phone
- (209) 532-2855
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
80 North Forest Road, Sonora, CA 95370
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Dario Cassina High (rated 6.1/10, 0.7 miles away). Another option is Sonora High (rated 4.1/10, 0.6 miles away). Additionally, Theodore Bird High (rated 3.2/10, 0.7 miles away). For more schools in Sonora, see our Sonora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOTHER LODE ADVENTIST JR ACADEMY Sonora | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Tuolumne County Community/ISP Sonora | 0.4 mi | — |
| Tuolumne County Special Education Sonora | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Sonora High Sonora | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Dario Cassina High Sonora | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Theodore Bird High Sonora | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Sonora Elementary Sonora | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Gold Ridge Educational Center Sonora | 1.7 mi | — |
| Jamestown Elementary Jamestown | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Vance Elementary School Jamestown | 2.9 mi | — |
| Columbia Elementary Columbia | 3.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Sierra Waldorf School Jamestown | 3.4 mi | — |
| SIERRA WALDORF SCHOOL Jamestown | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Safari Learning Academy Sonora | 4.5 mi | — |
| SAFARI LEARNING ACADEMY Sonora | 4.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Curtis Creek Elementary Sonora | 4.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Gold Rush Home Study Charter Sonora | 6.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Chinese Camp Elementary Jamestown | 8.4 mi | — |
| Soulsbyville Elementary Soulsbyville | 6.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Cornerstone Family Christian School Soulsbyville | 7.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95370 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,433
Median Home Value
$416,200
Median Rent
$1,313/mo
Population
28,373
College Educated
24.4%
Homeownership
70.8%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
49.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy has a median household income of $72,433. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $416,200, with a median rent of $1,313/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.2%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy
What grades does Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy serve?
Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.
How many students attend Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy?
Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy has an enrollment of approximately 96 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy a private school?
Yes, Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,027/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Sonora). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 11th
- Enrollment
- 96
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Tuolumne
- Phone
- (209) 532-2855
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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