Orinda Academy
- Private
- ORINDA, CA
Private School
Orinda Academy
- grade AOverall Grade
- Private
- 8-12
- ORINDA, CA
- Rating 4.09 out of 5 11 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A
- Diversitygrade unavailable
- Teachersgrade B
- College Prepgrade A minus
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade B
- Sportsgrade C
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About
Tuition
Yearly Tuition
$48,992
Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
Received Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid
$10,000
Orinda Academy Rankings
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Academics
Average Graduation Rate
100%
Average SAT
1150
8 responses
Average ACT
31
8 responses
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Culture & Safety
Poll
33%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 6 responsesPoll
33%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 6 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade unavailable
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
54
0%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 6 responses33%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 6 responses17%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 6 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National
17:1Poll
50%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 6 responsesPoll
50%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 6 responsesPoll
33%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 6 responsesMap
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Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade B
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
No data available
Boys Athletic Participation
No data available
20%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 5 responses20%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 5 responses20%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 5 responses- Cost of Livinggrade D+
- Good for Familiesgrade A
- Housinggrade C
Median Household Income
$248,984
National
$69,021Median Rent
$1,797
National
$1,163Median Home Value
$1,538,400
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Orinda Academy Reviews
Rating 4.09 out of 5 11 reviews
We are so grateful for Orinda Academy (OA)! Our child is very strong academically but struggled socially and with intense anxiety in public school that was preventing them from attending school. They started in 9th grade and are now in 12th. I cannot say enough good things about the teachers. They are exceptional -- knowledgeable, caring, understanding of learning differences, and provide challenging/engaging courses. We feel fortunate to have found a college-prep school that understands the needs of kids who are often ignored, looked over, or fall through the cracks in larger environments.
OA is a school for bright kids who need a smaller, quieter environment. In 9th grade, my daughter found her public charter HS in Oakland too loud and too chaotic. Moving to OA changed everything, teachers are so good with young people and spend a lot of time getting to know them. A student can't hide at OA, yet alone time and quiet spaces are absolutely respected. My daughter started off extremely shy and has absolutely blossomed. She finds the school incredibly social because all the grades know each other. It's an intentional community with shared experiences and a deep appreciation for everyone's individual learning styles and personal struggles. OA is not a special ed school but a place where kids can go at their own pace and won't fall between the cracks. Students with behavioral problems are not admitted. Its about a 50/50 split of students coming from each side of the tunnel.
Classes are small and robust conversations, games and laughter are prevalent!
Classes are small and robust conversations, games and laughter are prevalent!
We moved to the East Bay from NYC during the pandemic to be close to grandparents. It was challenging for everyone, particularly our children, 16 and 12. We found Orinda Academy, the lovely and healing environment we needed. Our 16-year-old entered in 11th grade, made friends, and excelled academically. OA’s combination of nurture and rigor was just what we needed! The parent community is open and supportive. We also value an environment where teachers, administrators, and the entire school community know and care about our children.
Our daughter is now 18 and in college and our younger one, now 14, just entered 9th grade at OA. So far so good! They are making friends and love their teachers. Our second time around and we could not be happier!
Our daughter is now 18 and in college and our younger one, now 14, just entered 9th grade at OA. So far so good! They are making friends and love their teachers. Our second time around and we could not be happier!