The Dorris-Eaton School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 375 students
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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The Dorris-Eaton School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

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Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Dorris-Eaton School
Pre-K	80
Kind	30
1	30
2	30
3	30
4	35
5	35
6	35
7	35
8	35

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Year Founded

1954

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

School Calendar

Last Day of School

Wed. Jun 2, 2027

Student Body

Total Students

375 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

45 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

18 students

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniforms K-8

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Preschool tuition varies depending on the number of days a week attending and ranges from $6300-$11200. Tuition costs include supplies, snacks, library, Spanish, art, and music. Kindergarten-grade 5 tuition is $36500. Grades 6-8 tuition is $38700. Tuition costs include textbooks, literature books, lab fees, and most supplies. Extended care before and after school is available for an additional cost. Prices vary from preschool-grade 8. Financial Aid is available.

Summer Program Cost Notes

Our summer offerings are from 9 AM-12 PM. The cost for a two-week session at our preschool campus in Alamo is $695. The cost for a two-week session for kindergarten-grade 8 at our San Ramon campus is $860.

Admissions Director

Trina M. Spencer

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

13 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

After School - Mad Science EnrichmentAfter School Care Program

Chess ClubDebate

Math OlympiadMATHCOUNTS

Science BowlStudent Council

Student ServiceTheatre

Arts and Music Programs:

After School - Music ProgramBand

Recreational Athletic Programs:

After School - Soccer Stars

School Notes

The Dorris-Eaton School, founded in 1954, is an independent, coeducational, day school for preschool through junior high students.
The school is recognized locally as well as nationally for its 70 years of academic excellence.

The Dorris-Eaton School, founded in 1954, is an independent, coeducational, day school for preschool through junior high students. The school is recognized locally as well as nationally for its 70 years of academic excellence.
Fostering intellectual curiosity is our focus. Critical and creative thinking, effective communication and public speaking, compelling writing, as well as organizational and study skills, are hallmarks of our program. Our low student-teacher ratio allows teachers to give meaningful student feedback and support.
Emphasizing the process of learning provides our K-8 students the foundation to tackle our accelerated curriculum with confidence. Classes in art, Spanish, music, and physical education along with a constantly evolving selection of electives for our sixth through eighth graders round out our offerings.
On our park-like six-acre preschool campus, there is much to explore and enjoy. Sharing, common courtesy, and working together form the springboard from which all activities flow. Our teachers offer a positive and joyful school experience and a rich, stimulating curriculum which includes classes in art, Spanish, and music.
Developing positive interpersonal skills is an important ingredient in success in school and life. Each day, preschool-eighth grade students demonstrate kindness, respect, and a growth mindset. In addition, social awareness is advanced through community service, school volunteer service programs, and a variety of age-appropriate leadership opportunities.
Dorris-Eaton's experienced faculty and comprehensive curriculum provide the solid foundation that enables our graduates to succeed in the finest high schools and universities in the country-positioning them to become influential leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs. The founding tenet, excellence in education, remains the guiding principle of The Dorris-Eaton School.

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Does The Dorris-Eaton School offer a summer program?

Yes, The Dorris-Eaton School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.

What is The Dorris-Eaton School's ranking?

The Dorris-Eaton School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for The Dorris-Eaton School?

The application deadline for The Dorris-Eaton School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The K-8 curriculum emphasizes reading/literature, writing, grammar, mathematics, science, and history. Foreign language, computer science, art, music, and physical education are integral components of the program. Junior high students are encouraged to participate in the after school competitive sports program.

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