Sacramento Country Day School
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(916) 481-8811
- Founded in 1964, Sacramento Country Day School is an independent, college-preparatory, day school for students in pre-kindergarten through Grade 12.
- Country Day offers a dynamic, thoughtful curriculum that balances deep academic inquiry with ample opportunities for creative expression and the freedom to grow and develop socially and emotionally through relationship-building and play.
- Our mission is clear and simple: Country Day inspires intellectual discovery and engages a diverse community to think critically, live creatively, and act compassionately.
Quick Stats (2020-21)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Students: 489 students
- Yearly Tuition: $23,780
- Acceptance rate: 50%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 20 / rolling
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Sacramento Country Day School places among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
- Category Attribute
- SAT Score Highest average SAT score
- Acceptance Rate Lowest average acceptance rates
- Student Body Largest student body
- AP Courses Most AP courses offered
- Sports offered Most sports offered
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 Prekindergarten-12 |
| Year Founded | 1964 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
| Total Students | 489 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 72 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 7:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 56% |
| Average Class Size | 15 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 21 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Advanced Courses | AP Art History, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & Composition, AP European History, AP French Language & Culture, AP Latin, AP Microeconomics, AP Physics, AP Physics C, AP Spanish Language & Culture, AP Studio Art, AP US History |
| Average SAT score | 1374 |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Dec. 20 / rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $23,780 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition 2020-2021 Pre-Kindergarten - Kindergarten: $21,270 1st – 5th grades: $23,950 6th – 8th grades: $25,460 9th – 12th grades: $27,690 International Students (9th-12th grades): $33,800 |
| % on Financial Aid | 32% |
| Acceptance Rate | 50% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Dana Vargo |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 12 sports |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Snowboarding, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, VolleyballAlpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Snowboarding, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 10 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Black Student Union, Community Service Club, Esports Club, LatinX Club, LGBTQ Alliance, Literary Magazine, Mock Trial Team, MS/HS Robotics, Quiz Bowl Club Arts and Music Programs: Choir and Band |
School Notes
- Founded in 1964, Sacramento Country Day School is an independent, co-educational, college-preparatory, day school serving students in pre-kindergarten through Grade 12.
- Sacramento Country Day's low student:teacher ratios allow our teachers to build a personalized rapport with each of their students.
- From daily P.E. to world language instruction, from visual art education, including art history to our literacy reenforcing library program, our instrumental and vocal music program to our enriched approach to science eduation, Sacramento Country Day offers an unparalleled, well-rounded program that yeilds exceptional results: happy, well-adjusted high school graduates who know themselves and have already uncovered some of the ways their unique strengths and abilities will assist them in positively impacting the world.
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