Foothills Adventist Elementary School (Top-Ranked �� School for 2026)

Foothills Adventist Elementary School in Saint Helena, CA serves 35 students from kindergarten through 8th grade in a town–based setting.

Founded in 1902, the school operates with a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 and employs three teachers, 75% of whom have advanced degrees.

The school has a religious affiliation with the Seventh Day Adventist denomination and offers one AP course.

Annual tuition is $4,050, placing the school among the more affordable private K–8 options in California.

Foothills Adventist Elementary School has an acceptance rate of 25% and a student population that is 28% students of color.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked CA School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 35 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,050
Acceptance rate: 25%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Foothills Adventist Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES)
National Association of �� Special Education Centers

Religious Affiliation

Seventh Day Adventist

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Year Founded

1902

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

35 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

28%

State avg.: 51%

Students by Grade

Foothills Adventist Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

3 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Number of AP/Advanced Courses

1 course

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,050

View national tuition avg.

Acceptance Rate

25%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

BasketballFootball

Soccer

School Notes

School Motto: To increase in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Foothills Adventist Elementary School cost?

Foothills Adventist Elementary School's tuition is approximately $4,050 for private students.

What schools are Foothills Adventist Elementary School often compared to?

Foothills Adventist Elementary School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Helena Montessori School And Farm by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Foothills Adventist Elementary School?

The acceptance rate of Foothills Adventist Elementary School is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. Foothills Adventist Elementary School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Foothills Adventist Elementary School offer?

Foothills Adventist Elementary School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Football and Soccer.

What is Foothills Adventist Elementary School's ranking?

Foothills Adventist Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Least expensive tuition, Lowest average acceptance rates and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Foothills Adventist Elementary School?

The application deadline for Foothills Adventist Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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