School Overview
Data & methodology
Overall
B+
Matriculation
A-
Academics
B
Extracurriculars
B
Geo & Community
B
Reviews
B+
Dunn is located 28 miles northeast of Santa Barbara, California, in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley. The philosophy of Dunn School is based on the conviction that the depth and quality of the relationship between students and teachers is central to the process of education. Our academic curriculum offers AP courses in thirteen subject areas. The personal and social growth of each student is enhanced by our exceptional fine and performing arts programs, co-curricular athletics, and outdoor education. All Dunn graduates are prepared for the college of their choice.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$86,700
Enrollment
239
International Students
20%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
75%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:5
Endowment
$13 million
AP
11
Average SAT Score
1280
Average ACT Score
25
Class Size
9
Boarding %
52
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2021-2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #1 | Princeton University | 2 |
| Art #1 | School of the Art Institute of Chicago | 1 |
| #2 | Columbia University | 2 |
| #6 | Stanford University | 2 |
| #9 | Duke University | 1 |
| Art #9 | Pratt Institute | 1 |
| Art #11 | School of Visual Arts | 1 |
| #14 | Brown University | 1 |
| #14 | Washington University in St. Louis | 1 |
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Academics
AP Courses
(11)|
Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Macroeconomics
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Macroeconomics
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Microeconomics
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United States History
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World History
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English Language and Composition
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English Literature and Composition
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Sports
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Beach Volleyball
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Cross Country
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Soccer
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Surfing
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Beach Volleyball
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Cross Country
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Soccer
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Surfing
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Track and Field
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Ultimate Frisbee
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Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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Amnesty International Club
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Ballet
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Cooking Club
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Economics Club
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School Newspaper
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Student Government
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Amnesty International Club
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Ballet
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Cooking Club
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Economics Club
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School Newspaper
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Swimming
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The Academy (book group)
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Yoga
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Diversity Club
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Badminton Club
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Climbing Club
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Community Service Club
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Debate Club
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Film Club
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Interact Club
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Mahjong Club
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Young Life
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Arts
(7)|
Acting
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Guitar
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Instrumental Ensemble
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Vocal
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Ceramics
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Photography
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Acting
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Guitar
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Instrumental Ensemble
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Vocal
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Ceramics
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Photography
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Portfolio
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Dunn School
Tell me a bit about Dunn School.
Dunn School is Co-ed private boarding school located in California, US. It was founded 1957 , and currently has about 239 students, 20.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.dunnschool.org.
For more official information, please visit http://www.dunnschool.org.
Does Dunn School have rigorous academic requirements?
Dunn School is offering 11 AP courses.
Dunn School also have 75% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Dunn School also have 75% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Dunn School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 10.21% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 6.81% go to top 25, and about 1.7% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Dunn School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Dunn School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Dunn School?
The total fee for Dunn School in 2024 is
$86,700 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@dunnschool.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@dunnschool.org .
Where is Dunn School located?
Dunn School is located in the State of California of USA.
How popular is Dunn School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Dunn School is among the most popular schools, within top 95 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Dunn School has been favorited by 301 users.
Also Dunn School has been favorited by 301 users.
How do I complete an application for Dunn School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Dunn School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Dunn School’s official site: http://www.dunnschool.org or call them at 805-686-6471.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Dunn School’s official site: http://www.dunnschool.org or call them at 805-686-6471.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Dunn School?
What is the FindingSchool rating for Dunn School?
The overall rating for Dunn School is B+.
The section ratings of Dunn School are:
A- for Matriculation
B for Academics
B for Extracurriculum
B for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Dunn School are:
A- for Matriculation
B for Academics
B for Extracurriculum
B for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
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Population (2022)
3,833,995
Cost of Living
Higher than average 54%
Nearby Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
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