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Mesa Grande Academy

975 Fremont St
Calimesa, CA 92320
Mesa Grande Academy will train its students to make the most of their God-given potential and develop a commitment to His excellence by becoming spiritual seekers, inquiring scholars, skilled communicators and responsible citizens.
Mesa Grande Academy believes that knowledge of God, communion with Him, and emulation of His character are of paramount importance, and that only in cooperation with God can the individual, in his/her quest for knowledge, reach the optimum development of their mental, physical, emotional and spiritual powers.
We endeavor to provide a Christian education that will transmit the American culture, academic excellence, and also the heritage which is singularly Seventh-day Adventist.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 280 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,280
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Mesa Grande Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1928
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
280 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Mesa Grande Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
3 courses
AP/Advanced Courses
ChemistryEnglish Language
Physics B
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform required (True Grits)

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
K-6 - $4,560.00 per year plus $400.00 comp fee 7-8 - $5,100.00 per year plus $365.00 comp fee 9-12 - $7060.00 per year plus $430.00 comp fee
% on Financial Aid
13%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,500
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Judie Yakush
Admissions Associate
Lois Myhre

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Back PackingBiology Trip
French / Art History TripHistory Tour
Mission TripsSkiing
Spanish II Trip

School Notes

  • Mesa Grande Academy will train its students to make the most of their God-given potential and develop a commitment to His excellence by becoming spiritual seekers, inquiring scholars, skilled communicators and responsible citizens. Mesa Grande Academy believes that knowledge of God, communion with Him, and emulation of His character are of paramount importance, and that only in cooperation with God can the individual, in his/her quest for knowledge, reach the optimum development of their mental, physical, emotional and spiritual powers. We endeavor to provide a Christian education that will transmit the American culture, academic excellence, and also the heritage which is singularly Seventh-day Adventist.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mesa Grande Academy cost?
Mesa Grande Academy's tuition is approximately $4,280 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Mesa Grande Academy?
The acceptance rate of Mesa Grande Academy is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 81%.
What sports does Mesa Grande Academy offer?
Mesa Grande Academy offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Rock Climbing, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Mesa Grande Academy's ranking?
Mesa Grande Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Mesa Grande Academy?
The application deadline for Mesa Grande Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 280 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,280
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Riverside County, CA is $7,758 for elementary schools and $14,418 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Riverside County, CA is 92% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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