P.O. Box 98, 2555 W. Highway 154, Los Olivos, CA 93441 - 
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Founded in 1957, Dunn School is an independent, college preparatory, 6th through 12th grade coeducational boarding and day school. We are located in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley, in Los Olivos, California, 30 miles from Santa Barbara. The mission of the Dunn School community is to educate the whole student to his or her fullest potential in preparation for a life of learning and responsible leadership in society.
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Dunn School
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. (Boarding) | 9-12 | 9-12 |
| Grades Offered (Day) | 6-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | Yes | Yes |
| Supports Learning Differences (LD) | Yes | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1957 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 58 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 221 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 16% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 24% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 62% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | 1579 | * National Avg. »View |
| SAT range (25th-75th percentile) | 1380 - 1810 | - |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | 15 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:5 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 19 | 13 |
| ESL Courses Offered | No | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 72% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Endowment Size | $2 million | $14 million |
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $45,500 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $20,300 | $23,900 |
| Tuition international students | $48,000 | $40,100 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 25% | 33% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $19,800 | $18,500 |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | No | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 55% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Ann Greenough | |
| Associate Director of Admissions | Christy Davidge | |
Course Listings: |
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| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
AP / Advanced Courses: |
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| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 19 | 13 |
AP/Advanced Courses
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| AP Art | AP Biology | |
| AP Calculus | AP Chemistry | |
| AP English Language | AP English Literature | |
| AP Environmental Science | AP Spanish | |
| AP Statistics | AP US Government & Politics | |
| AP US History | AP World History | |
| English 10 Honors | Math I Honors - Geometry & Algebra | |
| Math II Honors - Data, Models, & Predictions | Math III Honors - Mathematical Analysis | |
| Spanish II Honors | Spanish III Honors | |
| US History Honors | ||
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 9 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Baseball | Basketball | |
| Cross Country | Football | |
| Golf | Lacrosse | |
| Soccer | Tennis | |
| Volleyball | ||
Extracurricular: |
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| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 20 | 24 |
Extracurriculars
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| Amnesty International Club | Backgammon club | |
| Ballet | Climbing and Kayaking | |
| Community Service | Cooking Club | |
| Economics Club | Equestrian | |
| International Club | Martial Arts | |
| Organic Garden Club | Ping Pong Club | |
| School Newspaper | Student Government | |
| Surfing | Sushi Club | |
| Swimming | Teen Book Club | |
| The Academy (book group) | The Bellview | |
College Matriculation: |
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School Notes:
- Outstanding college counseling - finding the "best, right match" for each student
- Exceptional faculty advisor program - daily student contact and regular communication home
- AEE accredited Outdoor Education Program
- LD types supported: Mild Learning Differences
- School accreditations: TABS, NAIS, WBSA, SSATB, WASC
- Profile last updated: 09/30/2011
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- Midland School - 90 students - 7.4 mi. away - view location
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- Ojai Valley School - 295 students - 53.2 mi. away - view location
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