School Overview
Data & methodology
Overall
B+
Matriculation
B+
Academics
B
Extracurriculars
B
Geo & Community
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Reviews
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We are grounded in a rigorous college preparatory framework, but we go much further. We are multidisciplinary and cutting-edge, giving students the ability to ask the hard questions, and the tools to answer them. We are technologically sophisticated, but we recognize the limitations of technology, so we teach critical thinking above all else—because this is the foundation of true learning. We are deeply humanistic, treating every student with profound respect and care. And we are a joyful, inclusive, vibrant community—where students actually love to come to school every day.
Sonoma Academy: Redefining education for a new era. Times are changing, and our students are ready to meet, embrace, and create this change.
Sonoma Academy: Redefining education for a new era. Times are changing, and our students are ready to meet, embrace, and create this change.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$60,700
Enrollment
326
International Students
1%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
85%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:10
Endowment
$0 million
AP
4
Average SAT Score
1300
Average ACT Score
28
Class Size
16
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2021-2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #1 | Princeton University | 1 + |
| #2 | Columbia University | 1 + |
| #2 | Harvard College | 1 + |
| Art #3 | Rhode Island School of Design | 1 + |
| #5 | Yale University | 1 + |
| LAC #1 | Williams College | 1 + |
| #6 | Stanford University | 1 + |
| #8 | University of Pennsylvania | 1 + |
| #9 | Johns Hopkins University | 1 + |
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Academics
AP Courses
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Calculus BC
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Chemistry
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Spanish Literature and Culture
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Music Theory
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Sports
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Tennis
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Track and Field
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Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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American Red Cross Club
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Art of Chinese Calligraphy
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Art of Chinese Tea Club
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Book Club
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Broadway Club
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French Culture Club
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American Red Cross Club
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Art of Chinese Calligraphy
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Art of Chinese Tea Club
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Book Club
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Broadway Club
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French Culture Club
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C.A.R.E. Club
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Do it Yourself Club
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Earthology Club
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Education for Elibou
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Fan Club
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Fishing and Environmental Club
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Flight Club
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Food and Culture Club
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Girls Learn International (GLI) Club
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Grilling And Chilling Club
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Hoops and Balls
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Magic Club
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Math Club
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Photography Club
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Queer-Straight Alliance (QSA)
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Rocketry Club
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Running Club
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SA Tech Corps
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Schools for Kabul Club
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Soccer Club
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Sonoma Academy Animal Club (SAAC)
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Sonoma Academy Car Club (SACC)
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Surfing Club
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Tea Club
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Trivia Club
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Model UN Club
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LLC
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Arts
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Acting
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Band
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Chamber Choir
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Choir
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Choreography
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Dance
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Acting
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Band
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Chamber Choir
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Choir
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Choreography
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Dance
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Guitar
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Jazz
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Music
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Musicianship
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Percussion
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Production
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Singing
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Songwriting
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Theater
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Ceramics
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Digital Photography
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Drawing
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Fiber Art
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Filmmaking
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Graphic Design
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Painting
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Photography
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Sculpture
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Studio Art
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Woodworking
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Art
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Mosaics
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Storytelling
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Tech Theater
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Sonoma Academy
Tell me a bit about Sonoma Academy.
Sonoma Academy is Co-ed private day school located in California, US. It was founded 2001 , and currently has about 326 students, 1.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit https://www.sonomaacademy.org.
For more official information, please visit https://www.sonomaacademy.org.
Does Sonoma Academy have rigorous academic requirements?
Sonoma Academy is offering 4 AP courses.
Sonoma Academy also have 85% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Sonoma Academy also have 85% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Sonoma Academy students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 2.75% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 4.71% go to top 25, and about 1.18% 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 Sonoma Academy?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Sonoma Academy’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Sonoma Academy?
The day tuition for Sonoma Academy in 2024 is
$60,700 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at info@sonomaacademy.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at info@sonomaacademy.org .
Where is Sonoma Academy located?
Sonoma Academy is located in the State of California of USA. The closest major city is San Francisco, which is about 48 miles away from school. Most families can choose San Francisco International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Sonoma Academy on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Sonoma Academy is among the most popular schools, within top 376 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Sonoma Academy has been favorited by 41 users.
Also Sonoma Academy has been favorited by 41 users.
How do I complete an application for Sonoma Academy?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Sonoma Academy. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Sonoma Academy’s official site: https://www.sonomaacademy.org or call them at 707-545-1770.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Sonoma Academy’s official site: https://www.sonomaacademy.org or call them at 707-545-1770.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Sonoma Academy?
Yes, here are few:
Cardinal Newman High School, Rincon Valley Christian School and Ursuline High School-CA.
The closest major city is San Francisco. You can find out more schools near San Francisco here.
The closest major city is San Francisco. You can find out more schools near San Francisco here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Sonoma Academy?
The overall rating for Sonoma Academy is B+.
The section ratings of Sonoma Academy are:
B+ for Matriculation
B for Academics
B for Extracurriculum
A for Community
A for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Sonoma Academy are:
B+ for Matriculation
B for Academics
B for Extracurriculum
A for Community
A for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
San Francisco, officially the City and County of San Francisco, is a global hub for commerce, finance, and culture in Northern California. With a population of 815,201 as of 2021, it is the fourth most populous city in California and the second most densely populated large city in the U.S. Known for its iconic landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island, San Francisco is also a leader in technology, innovation, and the arts, with a thriving economy and a rich cultural history.
Population (2022)
808,976
Cost of Living
Higher than average 89%
Nearby Airport
San Francisco International Airport
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