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#1054 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Redwood Adventist Academy

Elementary School

385 MARK W SPRINGS RD, Santa Rosa, CA 95404

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 61 schools in Santa Rosa. Learn more

Enrollment

86

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Santa Rosa

#3 of 11

public schools

California elementary schools

#622 of 1,102

About Redwood Adventist Academy

Redwood Adventist Academy serves 86 students from kindergarten through eighth grade in Santa Rosa's large suburban setting. This small elementary school maintains an intimate learning environment with just 6 full-time teachers, creating a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.7:1 that allows for personalized attention and close student-teacher relationships. The school has earned a solid MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10, ranking #1126 among California's 1790 elementary schools.

While positioned in the 37th percentile statewide, the school's small size enables individualized instruction and a tight-knit community atmosphere that many families value. Located on Mark W Springs Road, Redwood Adventist Academy sits within the affluent 95404 ZIP code area, where the median household income reaches $96,483 and nearly half of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding community shows strong economic stability with a low poverty rate of just 8.4% and median home values of $830,700.

The school's location in this well-educated, prosperous suburban area of Sonoma County provides students with access to a supportive community environment where academic achievement is valued and resources are readily available to support student success.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 86 students, Redwood Adventist 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, Redwood Adventist 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

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How Redwood Adventist Academy compares to 56 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Rosa, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
This School
vs
21.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
86
This School
vs
386
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
5.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 40.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 37.2% vs 0%
Asian 5.8% vs 0%
Black 4.7% vs 0%
Redwood Adventist Academy Santa Rosa Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Redwood Adventist Academy (this school) 6.0
John B. Riebli Elementary 7.5
Mark West Elementary 8.7
Mark West Charter 5.0
San Miguel Elementary 6.6
Morrice Schaefer Charter 4.7
Jack London Elementary 6.1
Piner-Olivet Charter 3.9
Pivot Charter School - North Bay 4.2
Hidden Valley Elementary 5.3
Steele Lane Elementary 3.8
Village Charter 6.8
Northwest Prep Charter 6.5
Hilliard Comstock Middle 6.0
Sonoma County Alternative Education Programs 5.5
Sonoma County Special Education 5.4
Sonoma County Court 4.5
James Monroe Elementary 4.0
Helen M. Lehman Elementary 5.6
Albert F. Biella Elementary 5.4
Mattie Washburn Elementary 6.9

Showing 20 of 56 schools. View all schools in Santa Rosa

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

Score Breakdown

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)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 68%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Enrollment 86
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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 40.7%
Hispanic 37.2%
Two or More 10.5%
Asian 5.8%
Black 4.7%
Pacific Islander 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

385 MARK W SPRINGS RD, Santa Rosa, CA 95404

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Redwood Adventist Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mark West Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John B. Riebli Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, San Miguel Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Rosa, see our Santa Rosa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Redwood Adventist Academy Santa Rosa 0.0 mi
John B. Riebli Elementary Santa Rosa 0.2 mi 7.5
CARDINAL NEWMAN HIGH SCHOOL Santa Rosa 0.6 mi 5.0
ST ROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Rosa 0.7 mi 4.6
Cardinal Newman High School Santa Rosa 0.8 mi
ANOVA CENTER FOR EDUCATION SONOMA COUNTY Santa Rosa 0.8 mi 5.9
Mark West Elementary Santa Rosa 1.0 mi 8.7
Mark West Charter Santa Rosa 1.0 mi 5.0
San Miguel Elementary Santa Rosa 1.3 mi 6.6
Lattice Educational Services Santa Rosa 2.0 mi
Spring Hills Christian Fulton 1.6 mi
LATTICE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Santa Rosa 2.0 mi 5.8
Morrice Schaefer Charter Santa Rosa 2.0 mi 4.7
Piner-Olivet Charter Santa Rosa 2.0 mi 3.9
Jack London Elementary Santa Rosa 2.0 mi 6.1
North Valley School-Santa Rosa Santa Rosa 2.3 mi
NORTH VALLEY SCHOOL Santa Rosa 2.3 mi 5.7
PAIDEIA EDUCATIONAL HERITAGE Santa Rosa 2.2 mi
Pivot Charter School - North Bay Santa Rosa 2.6 mi 4.2
Steele Lane Elementary Santa Rosa 3.0 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,802

Median Home Value

$865,900

Median Rent

$1,890/mo

Population

37,317

College Educated

45.2%

Homeownership

59.3%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

42

Community Profile

The community surrounding Redwood Adventist Academy has a median household income of $102,802. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $865,900, with a median rent of $1,890/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Redwood Adventist Academy

What grades does Redwood Adventist Academy serve?

Redwood Adventist Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Redwood Adventist Academy?

Redwood Adventist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 86 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Redwood Adventist Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Redwood Adventist Academy is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Redwood Adventist Academy rank in CA?

Redwood Adventist Academy is ranked #1054 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is Redwood Adventist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Redwood Adventist Academy has a composite rating of 6.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Redwood Adventist Academy a private school?

Yes, Redwood 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 Redwood Adventist Academy a religious school?

Redwood Adventist Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (1,677/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Santa Rosa). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
86
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Seventh-day Adventist
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
SONOMA
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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