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Come as you are. Become what you want. Drew School is an independent, nonsectarian, coeducational college preparatory school serving grades 912.
At Drew, kids break the mold instead of fitting into one.
We know that teenagers learn better and achieve more when they're in an environment where their happiness, well-being and ideas are taken into account. That's why we've spent years developing a unique and supportive culture that removes barriers to learning, boosts confidence, and sets students up to be the best learners they can be.
Tuition for 2025–26 is $64,200. A required, non-refundable 10% deposit is due with a signed enrollment agreement in March. Multiple payment plans are available. Tuition Assistance is available.
Being Challenged Is good. Being overwhelmed, not so much. We
know that it's possible to balance an experiential,
college-preparatory curriculum that rivals any other with a
student's sense of well-being and happiness. It's no accident that
we don't throw our students into an academic pressure cooker. It's
entirely by design (and backed by science, to boot). It's why so
many of our students get into great colleges, and it's why they
excel once they're there.
Shape the Present, Shape Your Future. We also think that kids
achieve more when they have a say in how they learn-and teachers
who really listen to them. That's why we have small classes and
faculty that have the time, flexibility, and desire to truly
connect with their students. At Drew, you'll have teachers who not
only know your name, they'll know your learning style - and
probably where you left your retainer.
Decide Who You Are-So Bring Yourself. We think everyone should
have the opportunity to participate in extracurriculars and find
out what lights them up. So you don't have to be a prodigy to go
out for theater, or climbing club, or sports, or student government
at Drew. Try them all, if you like.
Here's something else we've found: Everyone likes kind people.
Seriously, in a society whose culture is rapidly moving toward
emphasizing strength over empathy, power over tenderness, exclusion
over acceptance, we're saying "no, thank you." You'll find we have
a culture where students lift each other up instead of tearing each
other down.
Drew School's tuition is approximately $64,200 for private students.
What sports does Drew School offer?
Drew School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Indoor Soccer, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Drew School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
The application deadline for Drew School is Jan. 8 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 8 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Drew School located?
Drew School is located in the Lower Pacific Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
What high school should be...part of their mission, and it could not be more true. Faculty and administration walk the walk when it comes to how they treat and interact with students; they get and understand teenagers, and it shows. Kids are happy, appropriately challenged, and active in their community and school life. Students are empowered and supported to find out what excites them about learning and giving back to the community. We could not be happier with our daughter's experience and outcomes. All high schools should look to Drew as a thought leader in how kids should experience their high school years. Drew does it right!
- Posted by Parent - S Cross
54/28/2022
Drew students are among the most joyful high schoolers in the Bay Area. They work hard without burning out, they understand the importance of investing in their own community, they know themselves, and they are creative problem solvers. Drew teachers are exceptional educators who take the time to know their students so that they can inspire them to learn at their highest potential. With so many potential stressors and mental health issues in today`s teenagers, we chose Drew for its excellent, balanced program and, more importantly, its joy.
- Posted by Parent - EM
55/17/2016
Greetings from Tanyiyi's parent!
Tan Yiyi, female,who was born in 2003. She is currently in grade 8 and would like to apply for grade 9 this Fall,2014. She had taken SLEP test and scored 42.
We are wondering if you still have any available place for 9th grade, 2014 Fall. Do you recommend her to apply? If you need any further information regarding to the boy, please contact me freely.
Yours sincerely,
Tan
- Posted by Parent - tanyi
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