San Domenico School

San Anselmo
California
United States

Overview

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

  • Chinese-Mandarin
  • Spanish

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

    • Acting
    • Art History
    • Ballet
    • Ceramics
    • Choreography
    • Dance
    • Design
    • Directing
    • Drama
    • Drawing
    • Journalism
    • Lighting Design
    • Painting
    • Photography
    • Portfolio
    • Pottery
    • Printmaking
    • Production
    • Screenwriting
    • Sculpture
    • Silkscreen
    • Stagecraft
    • Studio Art
    • Television Production
    • Theater Arts
    • Theater Design
    • Modern Dance
    • Theater History

    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

    • Acting
    • Art History
    • Ballet
    • Ceramics
    • Choreography
    • Dance
    • Design
    • Directing
    • Drama
    • Drawing
    • Journalism
    • Lighting Design
    • Painting
    • Photography
    • Portfolio
    • Pottery
    • Printmaking
    • Production
    • Screenwriting
    • Sculpture
    • Silkscreen
    • Stagecraft
    • Studio Art
    • Television Production
    • Theater Arts
    • Theater Design
    • Modern Dance
    • Theater History

    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

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    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, Gateway to Prep

    Application Deadline: January 11th

    Tuition & Financial Aid

    7-Day Boarding: $0

    5-Day Boarding: $65,610

    Day Tuition Fee: $0

    Need-Based Aid: Offered

    Payment Plans: Offered

    Students Receiving Aid: 44%

    Average Awarded: $0

    School Finances

    Merit Scholarships: Not Offered

    Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: %

    Average Merit Scholarship: $0

    Current Endowment Amount: $0

    Contact

    1500 Butterfield Rd.

    San Anselmo, California United States

    415 258 1905

    Director of Admissions: Jennifer Nash

    Admissions Phone: 415 258 1905

    Fax: 415 258 1901

    Email: admissions@sandomenico.org

    Website: www.sandomenico.org

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