The Dorris-Eaton School
Founded in 1954, The Dorris-Eaton School is recognized locally as well as nationally for its academic excellence.
Our graduates are prepared to succeed in the finest high schools and universities in the country.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 404 students
- Yearly Tuition: $30,800
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 14 / Aug. 1 / rolling
Top Rankings
The Dorris-Eaton School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1954
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
404 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
80%
State avg.: 48%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
20 students
Average SAT score
1290
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(Uniforms K-8)
(Uniforms K-8)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 14 / Aug. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$30,800
Tuition Notes
Kindergarten-grade 5 tuition is $29600 Grades 6 - 8 tuition is $30800. Tuition costs include basic textbooks, lab fees, and most supplies. Preschool tuition varies from $5490 to $9690, depending on number of days a week attended. Extended care is available before and after school at the preschool and K-8 campuses.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Prices vary depending on the number of weeks attended. The average weekly rate at the preschool campus in Alamo is $250 (M-F) and $170 (M/W/F). The average weekly rate at the K-8 campus in San Ramon is $285. (M-F).
Admissions Director
Trina M. Spencer
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, Debate, Mathcounts, Science Bowl, Student Council, Student Volunteers
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Strings Ensemble, Theatre
Chess Club, Debate, Mathcounts, Science Bowl, Student Council, Student Volunteers
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Strings Ensemble, Theatre
School Notes
- The Dorris-Eaton School embraces what is best in traditional education and augments it with carefully selected innovations. In addition to the core subjects, students receive specialized instruciton in Spanish, music, studio art, computer applications, and physical education. Financial aid is available.
Profile last updated: 07/21/2021
School Reviews
5 3/16/2012
The K-8 curriculum emphasizes reading/literature, writing, grammar, mathematics, science, and history. Foreign language, computer science, art, music, and physical education are integral components of the program. Junior high students are encouraged to participate in the after school competitive sports program.
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