Loma Linda Academy

Specialties

Loma Linda Academy is the largest Seventh-​day Adventist TK-​12 school and children’s center in the United States. It has attracted some of the finest educators in the system and supports beautiful facilities. Loma Linda Academy is built on a tradition of faith that extends back to 1906 when it was established. The mission of Christian character building continues with an active campus ministries program, energetic student leaders, and a dedicated campus chaplain.

Loma Linda Academy’s resources have given students more opportunities for growth and success. Because of its proximity to Loma Linda University, the Academy has enjoyed a strong relationship that has helped to enhance the schedule of mathematics and science courses. It is not surprising that more Loma Linda University medical students claim Loma Linda Academy as their alma mater than any other secondary school. The Academy’s size also contributes to the exceptional strength of its music and sports programs.

History

Established in 1906.

On January 13, 1906, Loma Linda Academy humbly began with six students in a tent pitched on the side of Sanitarium Hill in Loma Linda California. The following year, enrollment grew to twelve. This class with teacher Mrs. Otis Fisher, posed for the above picture. By 1917, high school students were also attending and LLA graduated its first class in 1921. In order to meet the needs of the thriving school, a building, now known as Franz Hall, was built in the 1930s. Through the years, LLA has gratefully counted many blessings and dealt with many challenges, including fires and floods. More than 7000 alumni have filled the hallways since that humble beginning. Now, over 100 years later, the school has undergone major renovations including new classrooms, gymnasiums, administration facilities and student «quad» areas. Although the elementary, junior high and high school now have their own areas of the campus, they are one in purpose. Currently LLA is educating more than 1200 studen