Bayhill High School

521 Boden Way Oakland, CA 94610
www.bayhillhs.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • 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
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About the School

  • 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 Facts (2026)

  • 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

School Rankings

Bayhill High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade
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

Student Body

Total Students
82 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
10 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$7,000
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Donna Austin
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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
12 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess ClubCommunity Enhancement
CookingGamers
Meditation Group


Arts and Music Programs:
BandDance


Recreational Athletic Programs:
BasketballCheerleading
Cross CountryFlag 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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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Oakland, CA is $25,241 for elementary schools and $23,712 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Oakland, CA is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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