South Hills Academy — Fast Facts
The school at a glance: tuition, grades, accreditation, and the numbers families ask about first.
The Essentials
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1957 — serving West Covina families for over 65 years |
| Grades | Preschool (age 2) through Grade 12 |
| Type | Christ-centered private school, coeducational |
| Campuses | Lower School Campus (PK–G8), 1600 E Francisquito Ave · Upper School Campus (G9–G12), 311 S Citrus St — West Covina, CA 91791 |
| Accreditation | WASC · Cognia · ACSI |
| International students | SEVP-certified — Form I-20 issued directly by the school (F-1 visa) |
| ESL | Included in tuition at no extra cost |
| Boarding | The Eagle's Nest dorm program, Grades 6–12 |
| Signature programs | AI & STEM (robotics, AI literacy) · AP courses · The World Museum |
| Contact | +1 (626) 919-2000 · admissions@shacademy.org |
Tuition at a Glance
Headline numbers only — full schedules, payment plans, and every fee are published on the admissions pages.
| Local Families | |
|---|---|
| Preschool | $820–$940 / month |
| K – Grade 8 | from $8,400 / year |
| Grades 9–12 | from $8,900 / year |
| Sibling discount | 17.5% for the sibling in the lower grade |
| International Students (F-1) | |
|---|---|
| K – Grade 8 | $29,750 / year |
| Grades 9–12 | $32,600 / year |
| Dormitory (G6–12) | $25,500 / year — meals, transportation & custodianship included |
| Scholarships | Available for qualifying high-school students |
Quick Answers
What grades does South Hills Academy serve?
Preschool (starting at age 2) through Grade 12, across two campuses in West Covina, California: the Lower School Campus (PK–Grade 8) at 1600 E Francisquito Ave and the Upper School Campus (Grades 9–12) at 311 S Citrus St.
How much is tuition at South Hills Academy?
For 2026–27, local tuition is $8,400–$9,200 per year for K–8 and $8,900–$9,800 per year for Grades 9–12 depending on the payment plan, with a 17.5% sibling discount and scholarships for qualifying high-school students. Preschool is $820–$940 per month. International (F-1) tuition is $29,750 per year for K–G8 and $32,600 per year for G9–G12.
Does South Hills Academy accept international students?
Yes. SHA is SEVP-certified and issues the Form I-20 directly — not through an agency — for F-1 international students in Grades K–12. The admissions team responds in English or Chinese.
Does South Hills Academy offer boarding?
Yes. The Eagle's Nest boarding program serves Grades 6–12. Dormitory housing is $25,500 per year including meals, transportation, and custodianship; homestay and premium dorm options are also available.
Is ESL support available?
Yes — structured ESL is included in tuition at no extra cost, so students from any background can keep pace and move into mainstream and AP courses.
Is South Hills Academy accredited?
Yes. SHA is accredited by WASC (Accrediting Commission for Schools), Cognia, and ACSI, and has served West Covina families since 1957.
See the numbers in person.
A campus tour answers more than any table — meet the teachers and see the classrooms.