Photo: Da Vinci student wearing suit for project presentationPhoto: Da vinci graduates in their gearPhoto: Rotary award for Da Vinci student
   Top qualities/skills employers look for***:
      -   Communication Skills
      -   Strong Work Ethic
      -   Teamwork Skills
      -   Initiative
      -   Interpersonal Skills
      -   Problem-Solving skills
      -   Analytical Skills
      -   Flexibility
      -   Computer Skills
      -   Technical Skills
*** Source: Job OutlookPhoto: Video player screen shots from Da Vinci media gallery, 2008 National Association Colleges & Employers

"Da Vinci has offered me a great opportunity for college I feel extremely prepared and I believe that Da Vinci has given me the confidence and skills to continue on with my education successfully next year."
Both Da Vinci and DHS prepare exceptional students for the future and our statistics prove it:
Key Performance Metrics* Da Vinci DHS State Avg.
Rank Among 65 Local Public High Schools 5th 2nd N/A
2007 API Base Score** 838 854 689
2006-2007 SAT Avg. -- Critical Reading 604 591 493
2006-2007 SAT Avg. -- Math 605 606 513
2006-2007 SAT Avg. -- Writing 567 586 491
2006/2007 Graduation Rate 96% 93% 68%
2007 Enrollment 282 1,693 N/A
*Sacramento Magazine, 8/08
** API - Academic Performance Index is a combination of a school's STAR test scores and CA High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)
Photo: image of three friends contemplating what the future after graduation from Da Vinci High might bring
Sure numbers are important, but we as individuals mean so much more to our teachers here at Da Vinci. Watch our video to see how individualized our education really is. Start by clicking on the arrow in the middle of the video player screen or you can watch on TeacherTube or YouTube (especially good choice if TeacherTube is laggy). Don't forget to check out our other great videos on our Media and Project Gallery Pages.