San Domenico School
- Private, Boarding
- SAN ANSELMO, CA
Private School
San Domenico School
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Private, Boarding
- K-12
- SAN ANSELMO, CA
- Rating 4.45 out of 5 121 reviews
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4.1.2024
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Report Card
- Academicsgrade A+
- Diversitygrade A
- Teachersgrade A
- College Prepgrade A+
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A+
- Sportsgrade A minus
About
Applying
Application Deadline
January 9
Application Fee
$100
Interview Required
Yes
Required/Recommended Tests
TOEFL
Tuition
Yearly Tuition
$65,415
Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
Boarding (Tuition + Boarding)
$78,650
Received Financial Aid
34%
Average Financial Aid
$40,350
From San Domenico School
Founded in 1850, San Domenico is California's oldest independent school. Set on a 515 acre campus just north of San Francisco, at SD you will find an innovative program for students K-12, with day and boarding options in the high school. Anchored by our core values of study, reflection, community, and service, San Domenico offers an exceptional college preparatory education where values and academics join together, creating more than just great students. We are redefining the metrics of achievement, graduating inspired young leaders equipped to create a better world.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
K-8 New Parent/Guardian Welcome
1500 Butterfield Road San Anselmo, CA 94960
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San Domenico Welcome Event
San Domenico School Rankings
Niche ranks nearly 100,000 schools and districts based on statistics and millions of opinions from students and parents.
Academics
Average Graduation Rate
100%
Average SAT
1350
144 responses
Average ACT
29
40 responses
Popular Colleges
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Virtuoso Program
San Domenico’s internationally recognized Virtuoso Program (VP) is designed for high school students who are developing their potential as professional string musicians and wish to dedicate themselves to a rigorous academic and musical curriculum. Day and boarding options are available for students from across the Bay Area and around the world.
Culture & Safety
Poll
84%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 25 responsesPoll
68%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 25 responsesBoarding
Students Boarding
38%
Boarding Days Per Week
5-day, 7-day
Top Countries
China, Brazil, Czech Republic, Zimbabwe, Lithuania
International Boarding Students
70%
Students
Diversity
grade A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
680
48%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 25 responses80%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 25 responses60%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 25 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National
17:1Poll
72%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 29 responsesPoll
72%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 29 responsesPoll
72%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 29 responsesMap
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Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade A+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
High
75%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 28 responses61%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 28 responses68%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 28 responsesSan Domenico School Reviews
Rating 4.45 out of 5 121 reviews
San Domenico is an amazing school! Every day as I arrive on our
gorgeous campus, I am so grateful to be attending SD and for the
education I am receiving here. When people ask me what makes SD stick out among other independent schools, I always say our international student body, with students
from more than 20 countries from all corners of the world. From
my international friends and classmates, I have learned about the
discrimination against Romanians in Eastern Europe, how China’s Belt
Road Initiative is impacting countries such as Zimbabwe, and how
Türkiye and the United States’ political atmospheres are similar. Watching the leaves change color and the goats grazing on the green hillsides in spring always uplifts my spirits, and I believe our
campus helps us receive an enriched educational experience. The education and experiences that I am experiencing at SD are unmatched, and I am so glad that I chose to spend my high school years at San Domenico!
gorgeous campus, I am so grateful to be attending SD and for the
education I am receiving here. When people ask me what makes SD stick out among other independent schools, I always say our international student body, with students
from more than 20 countries from all corners of the world. From
my international friends and classmates, I have learned about the
discrimination against Romanians in Eastern Europe, how China’s Belt
Road Initiative is impacting countries such as Zimbabwe, and how
Türkiye and the United States’ political atmospheres are similar. Watching the leaves change color and the goats grazing on the green hillsides in spring always uplifts my spirits, and I believe our
campus helps us receive an enriched educational experience. The education and experiences that I am experiencing at SD are unmatched, and I am so glad that I chose to spend my high school years at San Domenico!
San Domenico School has been a terrific place for my kids (5th and 7th grades), who are in their second year at SD. They both love going to school every day! The curriculum is challenging, requiring a good mix of creativity and critical thinking, and the teachers are warm and accessible. My kids have made a strong group of friends - the community at SD has been so warm and welcoming.
SD provides all of the extras beyond reading, writing and math that make school engaging and fun. My middle school student has really loved the Mandarin program. The teacher makes the class relevant and interesting by incorporating all kinds of art projects. My child signs up for a new elective every semester and has loved all of them so far - writing and publishing a children’s book, growing and cooking food in the garden, guitar and tennis.
My kids love the freshly-made hot lunches and enjoy the bus ride to and from school with their friends. Overall it’s been a wonderful spot for our family.
SD provides all of the extras beyond reading, writing and math that make school engaging and fun. My middle school student has really loved the Mandarin program. The teacher makes the class relevant and interesting by incorporating all kinds of art projects. My child signs up for a new elective every semester and has loved all of them so far - writing and publishing a children’s book, growing and cooking food in the garden, guitar and tennis.
My kids love the freshly-made hot lunches and enjoy the bus ride to and from school with their friends. Overall it’s been a wonderful spot for our family.
San Domenico located on a beautiful location. It appear idyllic at first view. We have toured many of the independent schools in Marin County. Our daughter opted SD although she got accepted at another independent school. SD presents itself as an inclusive school who responds to all types of learners. They hold seminars to discuss neurodivergency, emotional learning and learning challenges. Our daughter is in Kindergarten and seems happy, albeit, a little stressed at the rigor of her teachers. After 8 months, we feel that SD which has the highest tuition does not provide any more than some public schools. In fact, there is a clear bias to children accepted. I suggest strong due diligence in selecting SD over other schools. It reminds me of the adage, "Beware if it seems to good to be true".