San Domenico School
Overview
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EDUCATION ON PURPOSE Nestled in the hills of the San Francisco Bay Area in San Anselmo CA on 515 acres of land San Domenico is California's oldest independent school. A college preparatory K through grade 12 school with day and boarding in grades 9 - 12 San Domenico carries on a 167-year history of providing exceptional education and a sense of purpose. At SD we believe that what students do with their education is as important as their academic performance. Rigorous academics are balanced with the Dominican inspired values of study reflection community and service integrated into every level of curriculum and programming. We encourage students to not just study but also to reflect on their learning find their purpose and celebrate in community. Our campus includes a world-class music conservatory athletics center art building as well as swimming pool equestrian center and tennis courts. 85% of our campus energy needs are solar powered. SD is an Apple Certified School and a Common Sense Media Signature School as well as an early recipient of the prestigious United States Department of Education Green Ribbon Award. The San Domenico experience means values and academics go hand in hand and graduates become excellent students great people and the next generation of global leaders.

Academics
Summary: Character plays an important role in each san domenico student’s education. The same is true of the college admission process. We seek to develop socially conscious individuals by emphasizing social justice and service learning opportunities through our core values: study reflection service and community. These values are mindfully incorporated in our college counseling program which begins in 9th grade and extends through graduation. The college counselors actively serve as a resource for all san domenico upper school students and empower them to drive their search and become better communicators and decision-makers in the college admission process. Self-advocacy is highly encouraged as students discern interests and abilities set goals and engage in purposeful research as they identify their options. Each step of the way we encourage students to embrace their curiosity and actively seek academic and extracurricular challenges that will highlight their personal interests and
Department Director Katherine Reeser
Student/Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Average Class Size: 12
Summer Programs: Not Offered
Full Time Teachers: 35
Number of AP Courses Offered: 16
Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 75%
Number of IB Courses Offered: 0
Learning Support
- Evening Study Assistance
- Learning Center
- Learning Differences Support
- Peer Tutoring
- Study Skills Assistance
- Technology Center
English
- Classics
- Creative Writing
- Honors
- Literature
- Playwriting
- Poetry
History
- European History
- Honors
- United States History
- World History
Foreign Languages
Religion / Philosophy
- Ethics
- Faith
- Moral Philosophy
- Mythology
- Philosophy
- Religious Studies
- Social Justice
- The Bible
- World Religions
Humanities / Social Sciences
- Economics
- Psychology
- Sociology
Sciences
- Anatomy
- Biology
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Ecology
- Environmental Science
- Genetics
- Geology
- Health
- Physical Science
- Physics
- Physiology
Math
Computer Studies
- Computer Science
Music
- Band
- Choral Music
- Composition
- Electronic Music
- Individual Instructions
- Music Theory
- Orchestra
- Recording
- Songwriting
- Voice
Performing / Visual Arts
Special Programs
- Community Service
- Leadership
- Student Council
Campus Life
Dorm Life
Number of Dorms: 6
Average Students Per Dorm: 21
Number of Girls Dorms: 3
Number of Boys Dorms: 3
Dorm Amenities
- Game Room
- Laundry Facilities
- Lounge
- Vending Machines
- Wireless Internet
Other Dorm Amenities
Facilities
- Basketball Court
- Fitness Center
- Indoor Basketball Court
- Indoor Pool
- Pool
- Volleyball Court
Other Facilities
- Music Conservatory
- Equestrian/Riding Stables
- New Aquatic Center (coming soon)
Clubs & Organizations
- Asian Club
- Chess Club
- Community Service
- Dorm Proctors
- Drama Club
- Environmental Club
- Food Council
- Foreign Language Clubs
- Gardening Club
- Honor Council
- Horseback Riding
- International Club
- Literary Magazine
- Model UN
- Outing Club
- Peer Counseling
- Photography Club
- Sailing Club
- Science Fiction Club
- Student Activities
- Student Government
- Student Publications
- Theater Club
- Weightlifting Club
- Yearbook
- Yoga Club
- Robotics
- Anime Club
Arts & Athletics
Summary: The Art Department offers classes in digital, 2-D and 3-D design. Students have participated in local and national art exhibitions, in which they have won best in show, merit awards, and honorable mentions. Students are routinely accepted at top art schools in the US, including RISD and Parsons School.
Arts Department Director:
Athletics Department Director: Dan Gilmartin
Arts
Interscholastic Sports
- Badminton
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country Running
- Dance
- Equestrian
- Golf
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Lacrosse
- Mountain Biking
- Sailing
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Weight Lifting
Recreational Sports
- Badminton
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country Running
- Dance
- Equestrian
- Golf
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Mountain Biking
- Sailing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
- Weight Lifting
- Wrestling
Graduates
Summary: Character plays an important role in each San Domenico student’s education. The same is true of the college admission process. We seek to develop socially conscious individuals by emphasizing social justice and service learning opportunities through our core values: Study, Reflection, Service, and Community. These values are mindfully incorporated in our college counseling program, which begins in 9th grade and extends through graduation. The college counselors actively serve as a resource for all San Domenico Upper School students, and empower them to drive their search and become better communicators and decision-makers in the college admission process. Self-advocacy is highly encouraged as students discern interests and abilities, set goals, and engage in purposeful research as they identify their options. Each step of the way, we encourage students to embrace their curiosity and actively seek academic and extracurricular challenges that will highlight their personal interests and ever developing sense of purpose. In US News / Carnegie Institute rankings: - over 90% of our students were accepted to top 50 ranked colleges and universities and, - 100% of our students matriculated to top ranked and diverse universities and colleges.
College Information
Percentage of graduates who attend college: 100%
Middle Percentile of SAT Scores | Reading | Math | Writing |
---|---|---|---|
25th percentile | 610 | 590 | 610 |
75th percentile | 680 | 790 | 680 |
Vital Information
Student Body Type: Coed
Total Boarding: 120
Total Day: 550
Total Enrollment: 670
Boys: 277
Girls: 393
Boarding Grades Offered: 9-12
Day Grades Offered: K-12
School Type: Elementary, Middle, High School
Dress Code: Casual
Applications Accepted: SAO
Application Deadline: January 11th
Tuition & Financial Aid
7-Day Boarding: $65,610
5-Day Boarding: $65,610
Day Tuition Fee: $50,372
Need-Based Aid: Offered
Payment Plans: Offered
Students Receiving Aid: 44%
Average Awarded: $29,157
School Finances
Merit Scholarships: Not Offered
Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: %
Average Merit Scholarship: $
Current Endowment Amount: $13,100,000
Contact
Director of Admissions: Jennifer Nash
Admissions Phone: 415 258 1905
Fax: 415 258 1901
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.sandomenico.org
Nearby Schools
- Archbishop Riordan High School - 21mi / 34 km
- The Athenian School - 37mi / 60 km
- Monte Vista Christian School - 85mi / 136 km
- Santa Catalina School - 106mi / 171 km
- Midland School - 266mi / 429 km
- Dunn School - 271mi / 436 km








