JOHN ADAMS ACADEMY - LINCOLN
John Adams Academy - Lincoln is a public charter school that is part of the Western Placer Unified school district, located in Lincoln, CA with about 177 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. With about 8 teachers, John Adams Academy - Lincoln has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
John Adams Academy in Lincoln, California, is a tuition-free, TK-12 public charter school dedicated to providing a classical education rooted in the American tradition. The academy distinguishes itself through a rigorous academic curriculum that emphasizes the study of primary source documents, the cultivation of core virtues, and the development of leadership skills. Its educational philosophy is centered on the "Ten Core Values," which aim to produce students who are not only academically proficient but also morally responsible citizens committed to the preservation of liberty and the service of others.
The school environment at John Adams Academy is designed to be mentorship-driven, fostering a culture of high expectations and scholarly inquiry. Beyond traditional academics, the program integrates an emphasis on critical thinking and the "great books" of Western civilization to prepare students for college and beyond. By focusing on a holistic approach that bridges academic excellence with character development, the academy strives to instill in its students a lifelong love of learning and a strong sense of civic duty, ensuring they are well-equipped to contribute meaningfully to their communities.
For more information, contact John Adams Academy - Lincoln at (916) 780-6800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Lincoln, CA 95648-9656
(916) 780-6800
JOHN ADAMS ACADEMY - LINCOLN is a public Charter school in Lincoln, CA with about 177 enrolled students. See other public other schools in California
School Details
- School status:
- New
- Level:
- Other
- Charter School:*
- Yes
- District:
- Western Placer Unified
- Total Students:
- 177
- Teachers:
- 8
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 177 students
- White
- 68.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 19.8%
- Two or more races
- 6.2%
- Asian
- 3.4%
- Black or African American
- 2.3%
- Female
- 48.6%
- Male
- 51.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.