Why Families Choose PHAA
A K–12 Christian school where academic excellence and faith grow together — serving Contra Costa County families since 1952.
Christ-Centered Education
Faith is woven into every subject and every school day — not just chapel. Our students graduate with strong values alongside strong academics.
Academic Excellence
PHAA students consistently score above national averages on standardized tests. Our graduates are well-prepared for college and university.
Small Class Sizes
Our low student-to-teacher ratio means every child is known, supported, and challenged to reach their full potential.
K–12 on One Campus
From Kindergarten through 12th grade, your child can grow up in one nurturing community with consistent values and relationships.
Safe, Welcoming Community
PHAA is open to families of all backgrounds. You don't need to be Adventist — just committed to raising children with integrity and purpose.
Enriching Extracurriculars
Orchestra, choir, sports, and student leadership give students room to discover and develop talents beyond the classroom.
Diverse, Inclusive Community
PHAA proudly welcomes families of all cultural and faith backgrounds. Our diversity strengthens our community and prepares students for a connected world.
College Prep
Our rigorous K–12 curriculum is designed with college in mind. PHAA graduates are accepted to top universities and arrive on campus truly ready to succeed.
Relationships
We build deep, lasting relationships between students, teachers, and families — the foundation of everything we do.
Relevance
We connect learning to real life, helping students understand why what they're learning matters for their future.
Rigor
We hold high academic standards because we believe every student is capable of excellence when given the right support.
Results
Our graduates go on to top colleges and live lives of purpose, service, and integrity — that's our ultimate measure of success.
From the moment we walked in, we felt at home. The teachers genuinely knew every student by name. We enrolled the same week.
Come See PHAA for Yourself
Schedule a free educational consultation — meet our staff and tour the campus.
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