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#591 of 3,177 private schools in CA
Top 19% of private schools
Orinda Academy
High School
19 Altarinda Road, Orinda, CA 94563
About Orinda Academy
Orinda Academy is a private high school in Orinda, CA 94563. The school serves approximately 33 students in grades 8th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 4.1:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 9.1/10, placing it in the 81.4th percentile among private schools in CA — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in classroom attention (9.6/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $250,001, where 85% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 6 public schools in Orinda, Orinda Academy rates higher overall (9.1 vs 7.5 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Orinda Academy compares to the 6 public schools in Orinda, CA
All Schools in Orinda
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Orinda Academy (this school) | 9.1 |
| Glorietta Elementary | 7.3 |
| Wagner Ranch Elementary | 8.1 |
| Sleepy Hollow Elementary | 7.5 |
| Orinda Intermediate | 8.0 |
| Del Rey Elementary | 6.8 |
| Miramonte High | 7.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
19 Altarinda Road, Orinda, CA 94563
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ORINDA ACADEMY Orinda | 0.0 mi | 9.1 |
| HOLDEN HIGH SCHOOL Orinda | 0.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Holden High School Orinda | 0.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Glorietta Elementary Orinda | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Wagner Ranch Elementary Orinda | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Sleepy Hollow Elementary Orinda | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Happy Valley Elementary Lafayette | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| CONTRA COSTA JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Lafayette | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Contra Costa Jewish Day School Lafayette | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Del Rey Elementary Orinda | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Orinda Intermediate Orinda | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Thornhill Elementary Oakland | 3.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Donald L. Rheem Elementary Moraga | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Miramonte High Orinda | 3.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Kaiser Early Childhood Center Oakland | 3.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Radiant Blossom Moraga | 3.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Bentley School Oakland | 3.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Los Perales Elementary Moraga | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Campolindo High Moraga | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Canyon Elementary Canyon | 4.0 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94563 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,810,100
Median Rent
$2,407/mo
Population
19,409
College Educated
85.3%
Homeownership
92.1%
Avg Commute
36.4 min
Poverty Rate
2.1%
Median Age
49
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beaumont Middle College High Banning, CA | 9.1 |
| HOLDEN HIGH SCHOOL Orinda, CA | 9.1 |
| Holden High School Orinda, CA | 9.1 |
| Elliott Institute La Crescenta, CA | 9.0 |
| FUSION PALOS VERDES Rolling Hills Estates, CA | 9.0 |
| HIGH BLUFF ACADEMY Rancho Santa Fe, CA | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orinda Academy
What grades does Orinda Academy serve?
Orinda Academy serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Orinda Academy?
Orinda Academy has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Orinda Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Orinda Academy is 4.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Orinda Academy rank in CA?
Orinda Academy is ranked #591 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is Orinda Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Orinda Academy has a composite rating of 9.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Orinda Academy a private school?
Yes, Orinda 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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 33
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Contra Costa
- Phone
- (925) 254-7553
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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