Sonoma Academy
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Yearly Tuition: $49,600
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: Nov. 1 / Jan. 10
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Sonoma Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
Student Body

Academics and Faculty
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Sports
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Admission All-Stars, Book Club, Chess Club, Debate Team, Diversity CLub, Earthology Club, FRC Robotics Team, Garden Club, Girls Learn International Chapter, Marketing & Communications Internship, QSA-Queer Straight Alliance, Schools for Kabul, Speech Team, Student Leadership Council, The Paw Print, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
A Cappella Choir, Jazz Ensemble, Strings Ensemble, Theater Production
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Fitness, Pilates/Hatha Yoga, Ultimate Frisbee
School Notes
- Electives include Multivariable Calculus, nine AP courses, and advanced studies in Historiography & Research, Philosophy & Literature, Constitutional Law, Environmental Science, Comparative Religions, and Art History.
- The school has a suite of studios in a newly constructed building. Studios include: Robotics/Electronics/Engineering, Metal & Wood Fabrication, Digital Media, and Broadcast & Sound. There is also a teaching kitchen that enables students to take courses or do projects related to food science, nutrition, and cooking & baking.
- Daily lunch provided in the Commons dining area.
- One free international travel trip for each student during their tenure at the school Past trips have included Bali, France, Thailand, China, Costa Rica, Germany, Honduras, the Czech Republic, Japan, Russia, Spain, Nicaragua, Ecuador, Belgium, Mexico, and Holland.
- Sports include soccer, basketball, lacrosse, cross-country, track & field, tennis (singles & doubles), volleyball, and baseball.
- Students have the option to pursue a concentration (like a college minor) in either STEM, environmental stewardship, or global citizenship.
- There is an Accelerated Sports Program, designed for highly motivated and talented student-athletes who have aspirations to compete at least at the collegiate level.
- Extensive college counseling begins junior year.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sonoma Academy cost?
Sonoma Academy's tuition is approximately $49,600 for private students.
What schools are Sonoma Academy often compared to?
Sonoma Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cardinal Newman High School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Sonoma Academy offer?
Sonoma Academy offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Sonoma Academy's ranking?
Sonoma Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Sonoma Academy?
The application deadline for Sonoma Academy is Nov. 1 / Jan. 10.
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