A Private Buddhist K–12 School in West Sacramento

26-27 Open Enrollment : Submit Your Application Now!

Mission Snapshot

At Dharma School, education is more than academics. Rooted in Buddhist principles of mindfulness, compassion, and wisdom, our programs help students grow academically, emotionally, and spiritually.

We uphold the Eight Virtues: filiality, brotherhood, trustworthiness, righteousness, loyalty, propriety, incorruptibility, and a sense of shame. These values guide our students toward moral character, kindness, and harmony within our community.

Highlights

Curriculum

Rooted in Buddhist values, our curriculum balances academic excellence with mindfulness, compassion, and wisdom

Healthy & Plant-Based Meals

Our cafeteria provides nutritious plant-based lunches that reflect our values of care for the body and environment.

Community Service & Engagement

Students grow through service projects and community involvement, building responsibility and compassion.

Student Newspaper: Dharma Desk

Dharma Desk shares stories, reflections, and creative pieces from our school community. Each issue features voices from students of all ages, our faculty, and the principal, coming together to celebrate learning, mindfulness, and compassion.

Ms. Louise Gray, Retired Business Owner, Teacher

Dear City of Dharma Realm School, As an experienced educator, with experience in many fields, and with 77 years this life, I can after two months of volunteering here, definitely state this school is indeed outstanding!!

10th Grade Student

“At Dharma I feel supported by my teachers and friends. I’ve grown both in class and as a person!”

Support & Involvement