Very Good
#131 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 7% of private schools
Dunn School
High School
2555 W HWY 154, Los Olivos, CA 93441
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#131 of 1,787
In Los Olivos
#1 of 3
public schools
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Dunn School
High School in Los Olivos · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dunn School
Dunn School is a private high school in Los Olivos, CA. Dunn School serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Dunn School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #131 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 5.8:1 students to teachers, Dunn School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Dunn School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Dunn School compares to the 1 public school in Los Olivos, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Los Olivos
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dunn School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Los Olivos Elementary | 7.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2555 W HWY 154, Los Olivos, CA 93441
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dunn School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MIDLAND SCHOOL CORPORATION (rated 7.1/10, 5.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Santa Ynez Valley Union High (rated 5.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Solvang), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Olivos, see our Los Olivos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dunn School Los Olivos | 0.0 mi | — |
| Los Olivos Elementary Los Olivos | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Ballard Elementary Solvang | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Santa Ynez Elementary Santa Ynez | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Santa Ynez Valley Charter Santa Ynez | 3.0 mi | 4.1 |
| College Elementary Santa Ynez | 3.0 mi | — |
| Santa Ynez Valley Union High Solvang | 3.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Refugio High Solvang | 3.4 mi | — |
| SANTA YNEZ VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Santa Ynez | 3.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Acorn Village Forest School Solvang | 4.2 mi | — |
| Solvang Elementary Solvang | 4.7 mi | 8.1 |
| MIDLAND SCHOOL CORPORATION Los Olivos | 5.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Santa Ynez Valley Family School Los Olivos | 5.4 mi | — |
| THE FAMILY SCHOOL Los Olivos | 5.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Olive Grove Charter - Buellton Santa Maria | 5.8 mi | — |
| Jonata Middle Buellton | 6.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Oak Valley Elementary Buellton | 6.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Hundred Hills Buellton | 6.5 mi | — |
| Olga L. Reed Elementary Los Alamos | 11.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Vista de Las Cruces Gaviota | 12.6 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93441 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$140,685
Median Home Value
$1,343,800
Population
990
College Educated
57.1%
Homeownership
85.9%
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
55.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dunn School
What grades does Dunn School serve?
Dunn School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Dunn School?
Dunn School has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dunn School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dunn School is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Dunn School rank in CA?
Dunn School ranks #131 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Dunn School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dunn School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Dunn School a private school?
Yes, Dunn School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Dunn School a religious school?
No, Dunn School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 249
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Phone
- (805) 245-9791
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