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Cathedral Catholic High School

#2 in Best Catholic High Schools in San Diego Area
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private, Catholic
  • 9-12
  • San Diego, CA
  • 216 reviews
A+
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    A+
  2. Diversity
    B-
  3. Teachers
    A-
  4. College Prep
    A
  5. Clubs & Activities
    A+
  6. Sports
    A+
Cathedral Catholic High School is a top rated, private, Catholic school located in San Diego, CA. It has 1,630 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. Tuition is $18,100 for the highest grade offered. After graduation, 90% of students from this school go on to attend a 4-year college.
Address
5555 Del Mar Heights Rd
San Diego, CA 92130
Telephone
(858) 523-4000
Website
cathedralcatholic.org

Tuition

Yearly Tuition
$18,100
Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
Received Financial Aid
35%
Average Financial Aid
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Cathedral Catholic High School Rankings

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Academics

Average Graduation Rate
100%
Average SAT
1230
251 responses
Average ACT
29
230 responses
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Culture & Safety

Poll
92%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.25 responses
Poll
92%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.25 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 70 responses
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  • Rivalry sports games
    34%
  • Sports in general, Drama and Dance
    21%
  • Campus Ministry Retreats
    13%
  • Senior Knotts Berry Farm Trip
    13%
  • Rallies
    9%
  • Senior Grad Night
    7%
  • Homecoming
    3%

Students

Diversity
B-
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,630
85%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.27 responses
59%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.27 responses
93%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.27 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National
17:1
Poll
76%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.33 responses
Poll
94%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.33 responses
Poll
85%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.33 responses

Clubs & Activities

Clubs & Activities
A+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
High
95%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.20 responses
65%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.20 responses
80%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.20 responses
Living in the Area
A
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Cost of Living
    D+
  2. Good for Families
    A-
  3. Housing
    C-
Area Feel
Suburban
Median Household Income
$68,117
National
$55,322
Median Rent
$1,427
National
$949
Median Home Value
$488,600
National
$184,700
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When a school brings out the very best in your children, it's only natural that you would want to spread the good news. We have a senior and a freshman student at CCHS and couldn't be happier. Our students are very different, but each have been having a wonderful experience at this school. Because there are so many various activities, each got involved early, and the transition from 8th grade into high school was easy.
The teachers are very well-credentialed, dedicated and genuinely care that the student is learning. And as busy as they are with their own lives, these teachers are so accessible and responsive!
From academics, athletics and visual and performing arts, this school has a very gifted faculty and staff who help students realize their potential--not only in these fields, but also in being good people.
So happy with this school!
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Cathedral has been the best high school decision we could have ever made for our children! It has been everything we dreamt and hoped for, from the academics, to sports, to character development, t o friendships, to families, teachers, administrators, security guards, and a beautiful, well kept campus. There is nothing we would change about any of it! We love Cathedral!
As an educator, I've had experience at many, many schools from the Midwest to the West Coast. I am continually impressed by the school climate at Cathedral. The students are top notch, the teachers are loving and well-equipped, the administration is ahead of the game. Look no further--for a world-class education, send your child to Cathedral!