Santa Monica, CA · Founded 1995 · 1–12 · Independent, non-denominational, co-educational school
Last verified August 20, 2026
3131 Olympic Blvd, 90404 · (310) 828-5582
Enrollment
548
Student:teacher
7:1
Published tuition
$44,898–$69,400
Application fee
$150
Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary2025-2026 | Grades K-5 | $42,965 | — |
| Elementary2025-2026 | Spectrum Program | $69,400 | — |
| Middle school2025-2026 | Grades 6-12 | $52,645 | — |
| High school2025-2026 | Grades 6-12 | $52,645 | — |
Head of school
Sam Houser
Head of School
Sam Houser is Head of School at New Roads, bringing a career in colleges and independent schools and a PhD in Classical Philology from Brown University.
Curriculum & special classes
New Roads provides a college-preparatory, progressive K-12 curriculum with an Advanced Honors program and independent study offerings; the school does not offer AP classes or rank students, and caps class sizes at 20.
Financial aid
New Roads maintains a generous, need-based tuition assistance program reflecting its founding commitment to socioeconomic and cultural diversity.
Application fee: $150
Before & after school care
Before school
Not listed
After school
Full-year daily after-school care for Grades K-5; Occasional care for Grades K-5.
Cost
Grades K-5: Full-year daily after-school care: $4,000 ($2,000 per semester); Occasional care: $30 per day
Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
The New Roads admission process begins with completing an inquiry form to create an account. It is designed to get to know the child and family, involving submitting an application, required recommendations, and a family interview.
Apply by
December 14, 2026 (Application Deadline); January 8, 2027 (School and Supplemental Materials Deadline)
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
$150
What they ask for: Application, inquiry form, family interview, administrative/teacher recommendation(s), student questionnaire/essay (Grades 1-12), transcripts (Grades 1-12). No testing required.
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