WASC-accredited nonpublic high school in Oakland, CA specializing in students with learning differences and dyslexia
Bayhill High School is a WASC-accredited, nonpublic high school in Oakland, CA, dedicated exclusively to students with learning differences. Founded in 2007, the school serves grades 9 through 12 with a mission to maximize each student's inherent abilities and potential for success. With 82 students and an average class size of 10, the school offers a supportive environment tailored to diverse learning needs.
The campus provides specialized programs for dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, nonverbal learning disability, and mild to moderate learning differences. Staffed by 15 teachers, 80% of whom hold advanced degrees, the school focuses on individualized instruction. The co-ed environment includes a variety of extracurricular activities such as sports, arts, and clubs, fostering social development alongside academic growth.
Bayhill High School operates on a rolling admissions basis with no deadline, and 30% of students receive financial aid. The school is nonsectarian and offers summer school options. For specific details on tuition ($28,000/year), admission requirements, and program specifics, families are encouraged to contact the admissions director, Donna Austin, at (510) 984-0599 or visit bayhillhs.org.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
Grades9-12
Students82
Class Size10:1 ratio
Tuition$28,000
Fin. Aid30% receive aid
Est.2007
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS)
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 2007 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $28,000 |
| Total Students | 82 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 15 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 80 |
| Average Class Size | 10 |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Donna Austin |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 80 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 30 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $7,000 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 40 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference Programs
Learning Programs Supported
DyslexiaLanguage based learning differencesMild to Moderate learning differencesdyscalculiadysgraphiaNonverbal learning disability
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Cheering · Cross Country · Dance · Flag Football · Kayaking · Soccer · Softball · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Chess Club · Community Enhancement · Cooking · Gamers · Meditation Group · Arts and Music Programs: · Band · Dance · Recreational Athletic Programs: · Basketball · Cheerleading · Cross Country · Flag Football · Kayaking |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) · California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.bayhillhs.org/calendar |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
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