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San Ramon Valley Unified School District

Dougherty Valley High School

#3 in Best Public High Schools in Contra Costa County
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • San Ramon, CA
  • 600 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      B
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C+
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      B
    8. Sports
      C+
    9. Food
      C+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C+
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    Dougherty Valley High School is a top rated, public school located in San Ramon, CA. It has 2,998 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 24 to 1. According to state test scores, 85% of students are at least proficient in math and 95% in reading.
    Address
    10550 Albion Rd
    San Ramon, CA 94582
    Telephone
    (925) 479-6400
    Website
    srvusd.net
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    Dougherty Valley High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    95%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    85%
    Average Graduation Rate
    98%
    Average SAT
    1380
    811 responses
    Average ACT
    31
    371 responses
    AP Enrollment
    46%
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    Living in the Area
    B-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      D
    2. Good for Families
      C+
    3. Housing
      D+
    Area Feel
    Urban Suburban Mix
    Median Household Income
    $74,927
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,562
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $462,000
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    73%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.101 responses
    Poll
    61%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.101 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 299 responses
    Report
    • Any break
      26%
    • Prom
      18%
    • Spirit week
      12%
    • Sports
      11%
    • Dance Show
      9%
    • Drama - Musicals, Plays
      6%
    • LipDub
      5%

    Students

    Diversity
    B
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    2,998
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    5%
    94%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.109 responses
    61%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.109 responses
    39%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.109 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    24:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $82,700
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    6.1%
    59%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.125 responses
    67%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.125 responses
    66%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.125 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $10,405/ year
    National
    $12,239
    82%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.130 responses
    55%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.130 responses
    76%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.130 responses
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    Dougherty Valley High School is a wonderful school both academically and socially. The student body is passionate about school spirit and the teachers are invested in school events as well. Students are kind enough and welcoming to people from all different identities and beliefs. Teachers are present and engaged with lessons and offer help with any student struggling. The only criticism is the elitist air that surrounds the kids taking honors and AP classes. Oftentimes it feels like normal students taking regular classes are looked down upon by those taking more advanced classes. While yes the material may be more advanced, it does not necessarily mean that they are above or better than others.
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    It's an extremely competitive environment which can make it tough at times but there are a broad range of classes offered, great teachers and counselors who are very supportive, lots of opportunities offered, tons of clubs, and an overall really great school spirit. Students are connected, kind, and helpful and there's something for everybody. Our social scene is pretty good too with really hyped up rallies, sports events, and other school collaborations. Faculty is really kind and pretty lenient with things such as dress code and students have an overall enjoyable high school experience.
    My experience at Dougherty Valley was not the greatest, but it was memorable. The academic environment is very rigorous and challenging, which can be both a negative and a positive depending on the person. The students are generally extremely competitive; at times, I felt very alienated and detached from my peers, who seemed to focus only on test scores and GPA. However, I see Dougherty as a critical step in my life, and I'm certain it prepared me well for college. Although the social atmosphere was disheartening, I had a great time as a wildcat!