Acton Academy Venice Beach is a nonsectarian, co–ed alternative school serving 19 students in kindergarten through 11th grade in the Venice neighborhood of Los Angeles, California.
Founded in 2013, this city–based California K–11 private school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with three teachers on staff.
The school is a member of the National Independent ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools Association and operates in a large city community setting.
The student body includes approximately 7% students of color, reflecting aspects of local diversity in the Venice area.
Acton Academy Venice Beach provides an alternative education option within Los Angeles, complementing nearby private schools serving various grade levels.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-11
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
19 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Acton Academy Venice Beach?
The application deadline for Acton Academy Venice Beach is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Acton Academy Venice Beach is Wildwood School (1.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Mark Elementary School (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Ecole Claire Fontaine (1.0 miles away)
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