The Buckley School
Tel:
(818)783-1610
- At Buckley, our rigorous and engaging learning environment empowers both challenging academics and joy in learning.
- Every day our inspired faculty encourages students to push themselves to new heights of learning and new depths of self-knowledge.
- We do this because authentic, passionate learners find happiness and success in school, stand out to and are valued by colleges, and develop the tools to lead full and meaningful lives.
Quick Stats (2018-19)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Students: 830 students
- Yearly Tuition: $36,003
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Jan. 10
Top Placements
The Buckley School places among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
- Student Body Largest student body
- AP Courses Most AP courses offered
- 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) Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) |
| Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten-12 |
| Year Founded | 1933 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 830 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 16% State avg.: 44% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 111 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 7:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 61% |
| Average Class Size | 14 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 19 courses |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Polo shirt and slacks/skirts) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Dec. 15 / Jan. 10 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $36,003 |
| Tuition Notes | $31,365 for Lower School Students K-5 |
| % on Financial Aid | 14% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $25,000 |
| Admissions Director | Stephen D. Milich |
| Admissions Associate | Katie Patterson |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 12 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, VolleyballBaseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 14 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Associated Student Body, Fall Musical, French Club, International Thespian Society, Junior Statesmen of America, Junior Varsity Club, Model UN, National Honor Society, Runners Club, Spanish Club, Spring Drama, Student Voice - School Newspaper, Varsity Club, Yearbook |
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School Reviews
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