Very Good
#128 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 7% of private schools
Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy
School
796 GRAYSON RD, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#128 of 1,787
In Pleasant Hill
#1 of 2
public schools
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About Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy
Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy is a private school in Pleasant Hill, CA. Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy serves approximately 107 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #128 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 107 students, Pleasant Hill Adventist 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.
Pleasant Hill Adventist 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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Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy (this school) | 7.8 |
| Strandwood Elementary | 5.8 |
| Pleasant Hill Elementary | 5.0 |
| Sequoia Elementary | 6.1 |
| Sequoia Middle | 6.4 |
| Horizons School: Independent Study | 6.6 |
| Pleasant Hill Middle | 6.1 |
| Prospect High (Continuation) | 5.2 |
| Gregory Gardens Elementary | 4.9 |
| Valhalla Elementary | 6.5 |
| College Park High | 6.5 |
| Valley View Middle | 6.2 |
| Fair Oaks Elementary | 3.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
796 GRAYSON RD, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. CONTRA COSTA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Walnut Creek), with a comparable rating. Another option is WELLSPRING EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC (rated 6.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Walnut Creek), a more accessible option. Additionally, Horizons School: Independent Study (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pleasant Hill, see our Pleasant Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy Pleasant Hill | 0.2 mi | — |
| CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pleasant Hill | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Christ the King Elementary Pleasant Hill | 0.6 mi | — |
| Strandwood Elementary Pleasant Hill | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Pleasant Hill Elementary Pleasant Hill | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Grayson Creek Academy Pleasant Hill | 1.3 mi | — |
| Sequoia Elementary Pleasant Hill | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Sequoia Middle Pleasant Hill | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Valhalla Elementary Pleasant Hill | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Pleasant Hill Middle Pleasant Hill | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Horizons School: Independent Study Pleasant Hill | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Prospect High (Continuation) Pleasant Hill | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| CONTRA COSTA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Walnut Creek | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Contra Costa Christian Schools Walnut Creek | 1.7 mi | — |
| Gregory Gardens Elementary Pleasant Hill | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| College Park High Pleasant Hill | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Valley View Middle Pleasant Hill | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Wellspring Educational Services Inc Walnut Creek | 1.8 mi | — |
| WELLSPRING EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC Walnut Creek | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Fusion Academy Walnut Creek Walnut Creek | 2.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94523 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,622
Median Home Value
$1,038,400
Median Rent
$2,479/mo
Population
34,789
College Educated
55.9%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| ARCADIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Arcadia, CA | 7.8 |
| Crossroads Charter Academy Armona, CA | 7.8 |
| DELPHI ACADEMY OF LOS ANGELES Lake View Terrace, CA | 7.8 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF WILDOMAR Wildomar, CA | 7.8 |
| HOPE TECHNOLOGY SCHOOL Palo Alto, CA | 7.8 |
| PACIFIC BAPTIST SCHOOL Long Beach, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy
What grades does Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy serve?
Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy?
Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 107 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy rank in CA?
Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy ranks #128 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy a private school?
Yes, Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy a religious school?
Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 107
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Phone
- (925) 934-9261
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