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South Hills Academy

West Covina, CaliforniaAccepting Students(626) 919-2000

Christian K-12 school in West Covina with specialized learning difference programs, small classes of 8, and four cognitive-level tracks

South Hills Academy is a Christian K-12 school in West Covina, CA serving students from age 2 through college preparation across four distinct programs tailored to different cognitive and learning levels. The school explicitly supports students with learning differences through specialized Learning Difference Programs and language-based instruction, making it a resource for families navigating learning disabilities, dyslexia, and related needs.

With an average class size of just 8 students and 75% of faculty holding advanced degrees, South Hills Academy provides individualized attention within a structured, supportive environment. The school maintains a whole-academy community approach, integrating students across all cognitive-level programs through regular all-school activities that foster belonging and peer connection. Beyond academics, students access a full range of extracurricular activities, sports, and arts programs designed to build confidence and engagement.

Tuition ranges from $8,100–$9,900 annually for mainstream programs, with 10% of families receiving financial aid. Rolling admissions are available. The school's 77% acceptance rate and emphasis on personalized cognitive-level programming suggest accessibility for learners with diverse needs. Contact Admissions Director Denise Martinez at (626) 919-2000 or visit shacademy.org to learn more about program fit for your child.

At a Glance
GradesNursery/Preschool-12
Students408
Class Size8:1 ratio
Tuition$8,100
Fin. Aid10% receive aid
Est.1957
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

School Information

Year Founded1957
Yearly Tuition Cost$8,100
Tuition NotesPreschool Half Day $8,430 Preschool Full Day $9,510 Preschool Extended Day $10,600 Elementary (Kinder-5th) $8,100 Middle School (6th-8th) $8,500 High School (9th-12th) $9,900 International Elementary (Kinder-5th) $26,800/year International Middle School (6th-8th) $29,750/year International High School (9th-12th) $32,600/year
Total Students408
Total Classroom Teachers35
Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree75
Average Class Size8
Grades OfferedNursery/Preschool-12

Admissions Information

Admissions DirectorDenise Martinez
Admission DeadlineNone / Rolling
Acceptance Rate77
Percent on Financial Aid10

Student Body Information

Student Body TypeCo-ed
Percent of Students of Color95

Academic Programs Information

Special Education Programs
Learning Difference Programs
Learning Programs Supported
Language-based
Advanced Courses
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AP Courses
AP Art HistoryAP BiologyAP Calculus ABAP Calculus BCAP ChemistryAP Comparative Government & PoliticsAP Computer Science AAP Computer Science PrinciplesAP English Language & CompositionAP English Literature & CompositionAP Environmental ScienceAP European HistoryAP French Language & CultureAP German Language & CultureAP Human GeographyAP MacroeconomicsAP MicroeconomicsAP Music TheoryAP Physics 1AP Physics 2AP Physics C: Electricity and MagnetismAP Physics C: MechanicsAP PsychologyAP Spanish Language & CultureAP Spanish Literature & CultureAP StatisticsAP U.S. Government and PoliticsAP U.S. HistoryAP World History: Modern
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses

Sports and Extracurricular Information

SportsBasketball · Cross Country · Dance · Golf · Soccer · Swimming · Track and Field · Volleyball
Clubs and OrganizationsClub or Organization: · Academic Challenge · Art Club · Board Game Club · Cheerleading · Chess Club · Chinese Club · Coding Club · Cooking Club · Cup Stacking Club · ESL · Math Club · SAT Prep · Science Club · Spanish Club · Arts and Music Programs: · Worship Band · Recreational Athletic Programs: · basketball

Additional Information

Classroom Dress CodeFormal
School MembershipsAssociation of Christian Schools International (ACSI) · Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
Religious AffiliationsChristian
School Calendarwww.shacademy.org/2025-2026-school-calendar
Summer Program DetailsView Summer Program Details
Summer Program Cost$220
Summer School OfferedYes
Average SAT Score1290

Contact the school

(626) 919-2000
1600 E Francisquito Avenue, West Covina, California 91791
www.shacademy.org
(626) 919-2000

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