Bayhill High School is only WASC-accredited, nonpublic certified high school for students with learning differences in the San Francisco East Bay.
The mission of Bayhill High School is to educate students with learning differences, focusing on their individual learning needs, with the goal of maximizing their inherent abilities and their potential to achieve success.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Yearly Tuition: $28,000
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Bayhill High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia, Language based learning differences, Mild to Moderate learning differences, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, Nonverbal learning disability
Year Founded
2007
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
82 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
10 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$28,000
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$7,000
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Donna Austin
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
12 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Chess Club, Community Enhancement, Cooking, Gamers, Meditation Group
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Dance
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Basketball, Cheerleading, Cross Country, Flag Football, Kayaking
School Notes
- School Motto: We create agency for every type of thinker.
- Certified Special Education Teachers
- Remediation
- Assistive Technology
- College & Transition Program
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bayhill High School cost?
Bayhill High School's tuition is approximately $28,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Bayhill High School?
The acceptance rate of Bayhill High School is 80%, which is equal to the national average of 80%.
What sports does Bayhill High School offer?
Bayhill High School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Flag Football, Kayaking, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball. Bayhill High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Bayhill High School?
The application deadline for Bayhill High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Bayhill High School located?
Bayhill High School is located in the Cleveland Heights neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Cleveland Heights.
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