Rolling Hills Country Day School vs. Peninsula Heritage School
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School Overview
School
Rolling Hills Country Day School
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Elementary school
Peninsula Heritage School
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Elementary schoolTop Rankings
Rolling Hills Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
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Overview
Rolling Hills Country Day School is a premiere Kindergarten through Grade 8 school in the Palos Verdes Peninsula.
Our elementary school (Kindergarten to Grade 5) and Middle School (Grade 6 through 8) offer small class-sizes and specialized educators in multiple subjects.
We are an independent, WASC accredited private school serving families in Palos Verdes, Torrance, San Pedro, Lomita, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, and Manhattan Beach.
Located on a beautiful campus in Rolling Hills Estates with spacious classrooms, we provide individualized education to students in kindergarten through 8th grade in a warm and caring environment.
Small Classes. Big Education. Our teachers assess each child`s academic, social, and emotional profile to create a personalized learning plan for every student. Our small class sizes of around 12-15 students allow teachers to focus on each student`s individual learning needs.
A Loving and Caring Environment. Our students love coming to school. Our teachers bring joy into the process of learning and discover what inspires each student. It is in this type of environment that children are free to take risks, grow academically, and are encouraged to be their best selves.
A Commitment to Character Building. Our teaching of the character qualities caring, respect, attitude, gratitude, and self-control has its roots in the founding of our school and is integrated into classroom discussions and curriculum every day. A strong character coupled with strong academics enables students to lead a meaningful life.
Grades Offered
K-8
K-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
No
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
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Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1961
1961
Students Body
Total Students
423 students
125 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
24%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Kindergarten Students
36
9
Grade 1 Students
45
12
Grade 2 Students
46
12
Grade 3 Students
48
14
Grade 4 Students
48
16
Grade 5 Students
48
18
Grade 6 Students
52
16
Grade 7 Students
50
14
Grade 8 Students
50
14
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
15 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
47%
16%
Average Class Size
20
14
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:12
1:8
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(Uniforms )
(Uniforms )
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Kindergarten tuition is $18,630
Lower School tuition is $20,790
Middle School tuition is $21,870
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% on Financial Aid
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15%
Admissions Director
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Pedro Jimenez
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5
2
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
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7
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
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After School Art Programs, After School Team Sports, Chess Club, Choir, Kids Club, Music Lessons, Student Council