The Country School serves 200 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and the Other school association(s).
The student:teacher of The Country School is 10:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Yearly Tuition: $19,000
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
The Country School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
mild learning differences
Year Founded
1948
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
200 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
19 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$19,000
Tuition Notes
Tuition range from Preschool-8th grade $2,910-$22,600
% on Financial Aid
38%
Admissions Director
Myra Gerrard
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Country School cost?
The Country School's tuition is approximately $19,000 for private students.
What sports does The Country School offer?
The Country School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Football, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is The Country School's ranking?
The Country School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for The Country School?
The application deadline for The Country School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 4/28/2020
My son entered TCS in 1991. I'm sure a lot has changed since then but I'm sure it is still the amazing school it was then. We went to visit when he was 11 months old. They let him play in the pre-school while I spoke with the director. When it was time to go, he didn't want to leave. The parents in my son's grade were very involved in planning activities and using their entertainment skills to direct some very professional productions. They prepared a video for graduation that was a real tear jerker. My son went on to USC and then received a Doctor of Physical Therapy at the Keck School of Medicine at USC. I chose The Country School because I believed social and emotional development and self esteem were the foundation that made anything possible. When that is there academics happen. Our son is planning to approach his parenting the same way. Right now he is working at a hospital helping to support a team taking care of COVID-19 patients.
5 9/20/2018
I love TCS! This school is a hidden gem. The kids here are happy, confident and love to learn. My kid's have been at TCS for several years and we plan to stay for middle school.
5 12/17/2016
Academically progressive, creative and challenging. Keeps childhood light and happy for as long as possible.
5 5/17/2016
We are entering our fifth year at the Country School and couldn't be happier. Our daughter is flourishing, and her outgoing nature is celebrated and channeled into leadership opportunities, rather than being dampened by in-the-box thinking. TCS is a place that tailors the education experience to each child's needs, resulting in proactive, creative, flexible thinkers who see the world as a place to explore and improve. I wish every child could have a TCS education.
5 5/17/2016
TCS is so much more than a school to us - it is a family. It is a nurturing place where children are safe to express themselves. The academics are top notch. We are in our 9th year there and the amazing teachers and staff have taken my children from pre-school to middle school. They intimately understand my children's strengths and weaknesses and they work with us to help them reach their full potential. They nurture great students and great human beings. They don't just talk about diversity, they embody it.
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