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School Overview

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Overall
A
Matriculation A
Academics A
Extracurriculars A
Community A
Reviews A-
Located on 75 beautiful acres, Athenian is the San Francisco Bay Area's only nonsectarian boarding school. Talented and diverse students become life-long learners and confident successful adults with a deep understanding of themselves, extraordinary skills for achievement, and the compassion to make a positive difference in the world. Distinguishing features: amazing international programs, robotics, town meeting, service, and wilderness experiences. Vitually 100% attend 4-yr colleges, including: Berkeley (& all UCs), Brown, Columbia, Stanford, USC, Wellesley, and U. of Pennsylvania, among many others.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$89,750
Enrollment
366
International Students
15%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
74%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:9
Endowment
$9 million
Average SAT Score
1388
Average ACT Score
30
Class Size
15
Boarding %
16

Matriculation

(2023)
Ranking University/College Students
LAC #1 Williams College 1
#7 University of Pennsylvania 1
#10 Northwestern University 1
#12 Dartmouth College 1
#15 Washington University in St. Louis 2 +
LAC #3 Pomona College 1
#17 Cornell University 1
#20 University of California: Berkeley 2 +
#20 University of California: Los Angeles 3 +

AP Scores

(2022)
Number of students who took AP tests
132
Number of tests taken
232
66%
18%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

Sports

(14)
Badminton
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
American Football
Golf
Badminton
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
American Football
Golf
Sailing
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(36)
Airplane Construction Project
Asian Club
Athenian Wilderness Experience--required
Band/Orchestra
Basketball
Capoeira
Airplane Construction Project
Asian Club
Athenian Wilderness Experience--required
Band/Orchestra
Basketball
Capoeira
Chorus
Community Action Board
Conditioning
Conservative Club
Dance
Fencing
Hiking
Independent Physical Education Option
Interim Trips--teacher-led adventuresome trips or activities
Interweave-
Jew Crew
Latino Club
LIterary Magazine
Music and Dance Concerts
On Campus speakers and artists
Outdoor Adventure
Poetry Readings
QED Math Club
Robotics Team--award-winning
Rock Climbing
Round Square
Round Square Study Abroad
Running
Sailing
Students of Color
Theater Productions
Ultimate Frisbee
Weight Lifting
Yearbook
Yoga
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Arts

(20)
Choir
Dance
Music
Music Production
Theater
3D Design
Choir
Dance
Music
Music Production
Theater
3D Design
Ceramics
Digital Art
Drawing
Filmmaking
Glass
Painting
Photography
Portfolio
Printmaking
Sculpture
Video
2D Art
Art
Audition
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Contact Info

http://www.athenian.org
2100 Mt. Diablo Scenic Blvd., Danville, CA 94506
925-362-7223
admission@athenian.org
California

Basic Info

Co-ed
Boarding Grades: 9-12
Urban
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1965
Campus Size: 75 acres
Boarding Rate: 16%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/15
Interview: Skype, On Campus
Other Accepted Scores: TOEFL Jr., ISEE
School Code:
TOEFL: 9155
SSAT: 1414
ISEE: 50724
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Frequently Ask Questions about The Athenian School

Tell me a bit about The Athenian School.
The Athenian School is Co-ed private boarding school located in California, US. It was founded 1965 , and currently has about 366 students, 15.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.athenian.org.
Does The Athenian School have rigorous academic requirements?
In recent years, 66 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

The Athenian School also have 74% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do The Athenian School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2023, some students attended Williams College, University of Pennsylvania, Northwestern University, Dartmouth College and Washington University in St. Louis.
What is the application requirement for The Athenian School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, The Athenian 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 The Athenian School?
The total fee for The Athenian School in 2024 is $89,750 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 admission@athenian.org .
Where is The Athenian School located?
The Athenian School is located in the State of California of USA. The closest major city is Oakland, which is about 15 miles away from school. Most families can choose Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is The Athenian School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, The Athenian School is among the most popular schools, within top 51 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also The Athenian School has been favorited by 630 users.
How do I complete an application for The Athenian School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about The Athenian School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit The Athenian School’s official site: http://www.athenian.org or call them at 925-362-7223.
Are there additional schools that are located close to The Athenian School?
Yes, here are few: San Domenico School, Woodside Priory School and Archbishop Riordan High School.

The closest major city is Oakland. You can find out more schools near Oakland here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for The Athenian School?
The overall rating for The Athenian School is A.

The section ratings of The Athenian School are:
A for Matriculation
A for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews

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Nearby City

Oakland, California
Oakland, located on the east side of San Francisco Bay in California, is a vibrant city with a rich cultural heritage. Jack London Square, named after the famed writer, features a statue of London and is a popular waterfront area. Nearby, Old Oakland boasts beautifully restored Victorian architecture and unique boutiques. The Oakland Museum of California offers exhibits on the state's history, nature, and art. Uptown is known for its art deco Fox and Paramount theaters, as well as its lively dining, nightlife, and art galleries, making it a hub for entertainment and creativity.
Population (2022) 404,155
Cost of Living Higher than average 51%
Nearby Airport Metropolitan Oakland International Airport
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