San Domenico School
Tel:
(415) 258-1900
- Founded in 1850 as California`s first independent school, San Domenico enrolls boys and girls in grades K through 12 from around the San Francisco Bay Area and around the world, providing a character-driven college preparatory education on our 515-acre campus.
- We offer day school, regional, and international boarding school options for our Upper School students at our campus in San Anselmo, California.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Students: 668 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 11 / rolling
Top Placements
San Domenico School places among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-12 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Mild learning differences |
| Year Founded | 1850 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 668 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 5% State avg.: 45% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 78 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 9:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 80% |
| Average Class Size | 15 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 15 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Advanced Courses | AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Chemistry, AP English Language, AP English Literature, AP Environmental Science, AP Music Theory, AP Physics, AP Psychology, AP Spanish Language, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art, AP US History |
| Average SAT score | 1316 |
| Average ACT score | 29 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (uniform in primary/middle, dress code in high school) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 11 / rolling |
| Tuition Notes | Varies according to school level |
| % on Financial Aid | 34% |
| Admissions Director | Jennifer Nash |
| Admissions Associate | Diane Campbell |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 15 sports |
| Sports | Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Flag Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, VolleyballBadminton, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Flag Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 42 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Anime, Archery, Ballet, Black Student Association, Body Positive, Book Club, Calligraphy, Campus Ministry, Children in Need Club, College Process, Crafting, Dialects, Disney Club, Documentary Film Making, Equestrian, Exploring Trails, Film Noir, Forensic Science, Gardening Green Team, H.O.P.E., Math Tutoring Club, Model United Nations, Mountain Biking, Multicultural Club, National Honor Society, Peer Counseling, Photography Club, Poetica, Quilting, Robotics, San Domenico Singers, Satire, Social Justice Club, Song Writing, Student Council, Tea Club, Tennis, Verities, Volunteer Club, Wog (Walk/Jog), Yearbook, Yoga |
School Notes
- At San Domenico, we believe that what students do with their education is as important as their academic performance. Every day we encourage our students to not just study, but also to reflect on their learning, find their purpose, and celebrate in community. We believe an exceptional education, where values and academics join together, creates more than just great students - it develops great people.
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School Reviews
| 5 Working at San Domenico has been one of the best experiences. It's an outstanding school community and students receive an incredible education. The focus of the whole student is evident from their pre-k program all the way through the high school. Truly the best of the best! - Posted by Teacher - kgibs |
| 5 I graduated from San Domenico several years ago and was extremely well prepared not only academically, but also as a person. I will always treasure the relationships I had with the teachers at San Domenico. They are not only dedicated to their craft, but they really care about each student and always encouraged us to get outside our comfort zone and try new things! High points for me were the basketball program, the music program and the visual arts. Awesome school!!! - Posted by Student/Alumni - conno |
| 5 I have been in many different private schools, but there is nothing like San Domenico. I consider this school very special because it has students and teachers from all around the world, which is great because we get to know many different cultures and even learn other languages.
SD is a community that not only has the best teachers and coaches, but also has very nice and smart students that are always willing to help each other.
Academics are great, students get in the best colleges in the United States and other countries like China, England, Mexico, Canada among others. But what I enjoy the most in San Domenico is the art and athletic programs that are offer to every student. I like them because they are very organize with flexible schedules and also really fun. - Posted by Student/Alumni - Igots |
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