Julia Morgan School for Girls
Tel:
(510)632-6000
- Julia Morgan School for Girls, the first all girls middle school in the East Bay, opened its doors in the fall of 1999.
- The primary objective of the Julia Morgan School is to prepare our students to be the confident, capable, creative, and compassionate women of tomorrow.
- We are dedicated to the intellectual, creative, social and emotional growth of girls during their critical middle school years.
- Our goal is to provide educational opportunities and positive role models not fully afforded girls in coeducational institutions.
- We strive to create an arena for academic excellence, critical thinking, positive risk-taking, and the development of individual talents.
- Learning will extend beyond the walls of the classroom into the community to foster compassion and social responsibility.
- Julia Morgan School is committed to creating a school community that reflects the remarkable diversity of the East Bay.
- In addition, we aspire to serve as a resource on girls' education for public and independent school educators.
Quick Stats (2020)
- Grades: 6-8
- Students: 145 students
- Yearly Tuition: $29,975
- Average class size: 21 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 11 / Dec. 4
Top Placements
Julia Morgan School for Girls places among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Coalition of Girls National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Other school association(s) California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 6-8 |
| Year Founded | 1999 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 145 students |
| Student Body Type | All-girls |
| % Students of Color | 49% State avg.: 44% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 16 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 9:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 63% |
| Average Class Size | 21 students |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 11 / Dec. 4 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $29,975 |
| Tuition Notes | One time enrollment fee of $1200 and technology fee of $325. Tuition includes books, field trips and all program related fees. |
| % on Financial Aid | 31% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $17,648 |
| Admissions Director | Marcia Bedford |
| Admissions Associate | Emi Jerome |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 3 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Soccer, VolleyballBasketball, Soccer, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 5 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Math Club, Technology Club Arts and Music Programs: Band and Chorus, Improv Group Recreational Athletic Programs: Team Sports |
School Notes
- Applicants are required to visit classes and attend a group assessment.
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| 5 JMSG raised my confidence more than I thought possible. It's pretty awesome. - Posted by Student/Alumni - Alice |
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