Grace High School Competitors

Piedmont Unified, an exemplary school district committed to public education, is dedicated to developing independent learners who are responsible, competent, and intellectually curious with a strong sense of self and community. Through quality instruction and shared leadership, the District will impart knowledge and promote creative and critical thinking in a safe, nurturing, and challenging environment. The Piedmont Unified School District is located in Piedmont, California, a city of approximately 11,000 residents in the San Francisco Bay Area. The outstanding staff provides a remarkable education and learning environment for all students. The residents of Piedmont demonstrate a strong sense of community and are committed to maintaining and enhancing educational programs, services and school facilities. Parents and community members have developed a variety of support organizations that work collaboratively with staff to support the needs of the school system.

Founded in 1951, Bishop O'Dowd High School is known for its commitment to Catholic, college preparatory education. O'Dowd provides students with academic, co-curricular, and faith opportunities that help them achieve at the highest levels and prepare to lead and serve at college and beyond. O'Dowd ranks in the top ten of more than 200 public and Catholic high schools in the greater Bay Area in UC admissions.