John Thomas Dye School
Tel:
(310)476-2811 Ext. 1301
- The John Thomas Dye School, an independent school, provides for its students a program of academic excellence, one both traditional and dynamic, with a commitment to family and community.
- The school encourages its students to reach their highest individual potential intellectually, artistically and physically; it nurtures their emotional, moral and social development; and it prepares them to meet the challenges of a diverse and competitive world.
- We, of the John Thomas Dye School believe the education of a child is the responsibility of the parents, the child, and the faculty of the School.
- Each of these three influences is an integral part of a successful educational experience for the child.
- This basic philosophy has enabled the school to develop an atmosphere that stresses the right of each individual to be different and unique while developing confidence, mutual respect, and a degree of cooperation, allowing the student to strive for higher academic achievement, to develop an understanding of the right of others, and to grow in self-esteem.
- Our goal is to have each student grow socially, emotionally, intellectually, and physically, thus enabling each to be a creative, productive, and responsible contributor to society, more specifically, to foster in each child a genuine self-esteem built upon the acquisition of the ability to use appropriate cognitive and social skills commensurate with the child's maximum potential for achievement.
Quick Stats (2019-20)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Students: 338 students
- Yearly Tuition: $32,465
- Acceptance rate: 7%
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: Sep. 26 / Jan. 7
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John Thomas Dye School places among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
- Acceptance Rate Lowest average acceptance rates
- Student Body Largest student body
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) |
Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten-6 |
Year Founded | 1929 |
Summer School Offered | Yes |
Summer Program Cost Notes | Cost changes each year and will be determined in May by class taken. |
Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
Total Students | 338 students |
Student Body Type | Co-ed |
% Students of Color | 38% State avg.: 44% |
Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers | 58 teachers |
Student : Teacher Ratio | 6:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 75% |
Average Class Size | 22 students |
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline | Sep. 26 / Jan. 7 |
Yearly Tuition Cost | $32,465 |
Tuition Notes | Financial assistance available |
% on Financial Aid | 11% |
Average Financial Aid Grant | $15,000 |
Acceptance Rate | 7% National avg.: 85% |
Admissions Director | Judy Hirsch |
Admissions Associate | Olivia Mora |
Sports
Total Sports Offered | 6 sports |
Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer, Track and Field, VolleyballBaseball, Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 11 extracurriculars |
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: American Girl, chess, cooking, debate, Drama, Harry Potter, Piano, robotics, Spanish Arts and Music Programs: Dance, guitar |
School Notes
- First date to submit application is 9/26/19 for the 2020-2021 school year.
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