The Buckley School
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 (2021-22)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Students: 821 students
- Yearly Tuition: $36,003
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Jan. 10
Top Rankings
The Buckley School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1933
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
821 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 48%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
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)
(Polo shirt and slacks/skirts)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
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
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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The nearest elementary school is St. Francis De Sales School (1.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Temple B'nai Hayim Children's Center (0.7 miles away)
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School Reviews
5 11/20/2014
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I have two son one in grade 6 the other he is in 10 grade I want appointment and visit your school we will be in December in Los angeles
Please contact whit me
Sincerely
Benal Ayna
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