Beach High School offers you, if you're a teenager, an opportunity to gain the freedom to pursue your authentic interests and develop your natural talents outside of a traditional high school.
If you're beyond your high school years and don't have a diploma, you can earn one through Beach High School.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
9 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies and is negotiable: $375-$2,000
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Wes Beach
School Notes
- Beach High School offers you, if you're a teenager, an opportunity to gain the freedom to pursue your authentic interests and develop your natural talents outside of a traditional high school. If you're beyond your high school years and don't have a diploma, you can earn one through Beach High School.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Beach High School?
The acceptance rate of Beach High School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
When is the application deadline for Beach High School?
The application deadline for Beach High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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