Catholic School

Chaminade College Preparatory

#31 in Best Catholic High Schools in California

grade A+
Overall Grade
Private, Catholic
6-12
WEST HILLS, CA
Rating 4.19 out of 5 228 reviews

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Academics
grade A+
Diversity
grade unavailable
Teachers
grade B+
College Prep
grade A+
Clubs & Activities
grade A+
Sports
grade A+

chaminade.org

(818) 347-8300

7500 CHAMINADE AVENUE
WEST HILLS, CA 91304

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About Chaminade College Preparatory...

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Application Deadline

January 14

Application Fee

$100

Interview Required

Yes

Required/Recommended Tests

None

Tuition

Yearly Tuition

$20,695

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

28%

Average Financial Aid

$9,182

From Chaminade College Preparatory

Chaminade College Preparatory offers a unique seven-year learning experience through a rigorous academic curriculum and diverse offerings of extra-curricular activities for grades 6 to 12. We prepare students for success in college and beyond while fostering in them deep moral values and a commitment to service that is grounded in the Catholic faith.

With Mary, the mother of Jesus, as our model, our mission is to inspire young people to love, learn and lead through our Catholic and Marianist traditions of a living faith, academic excellence, and moral responsibility.

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Academics

Average Graduation Rate

99%

Average SAT

1260

357 responses

Average ACT

221 responses

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Chaminade Summer Enrichment Program

Our Center for Excellence offers summer programs for grades K-12 with STEAM classes and Great Books Academy for elementary students; specialty camps in fine arts, athletics, mock trial, and academic offerings for middle schoolers. Our high school academies and auxiliary programs prepare students for the challenges of a rigorous educational experience giving them the skills needed to be successful.

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Culture & Safety

Poll

93%

of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 28 responses

Poll

82%

of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 28 responses

Poll

What are your favorite school events or traditions?

Based on 131 responses

Football games
19%
Dances
15%
Rallys
15%
Drama productions
12%
Homecoming
10%
Basketball games
9%
Spirit Week
8%

Students

Diversity

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Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.

Students

1,794

94%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 32 responses

84%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 32 responses

97%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 32 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National

17:1

Poll

72%

of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 36 responses

Poll

78%

of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 36 responses

Poll

81%

of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 36 responses

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Clubs & Activities

A+

Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.

Girls Athletic Participation

Boys Athletic Participation

97%

of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 36 responses

64%

of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 36 responses

92%

of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 36 responses

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Overall Niche Grade

How are grades calculated?Data Sources

Cost of Living
grade D+
Good for Families
grade B
Housing
grade C minus

Median Household Income

$120,608

National

$62,843

Median Rent

$2,721

National

$1,062

Median Home Value

$676,377

National

$217,500

Chaminade College Preparatory Reviews

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There are a couple good teachers here and there, but a majority of the time you are teaching yourself the material. There is very little understanding for students and the resources for student mental health are lacking. There are problems with diversity, racism, and homophobia. It is very religious, sometimes to the detriment of the LGBT+ student body. The best thing about the school is the activities and clubs. As a person who was involved in many student leadership organizations, the workload is heavy and there isn't much forgiveness for leading positions. Despite being a college prep school many students have flawed views about colleges and the application process. The drama program is great but the teacher is not. X-block is a really good time to make up tests and form student-teacher relationships, but if you need extra help I found that getting help from a peer is more beneficial than getting help from a teacher.

We chose Chaminade College Preparatory School for our children, because of it's well rounded curriculum, focus on character education/values, diverse extracurricular opportunities, athletic programs, amazing teachers and principal! Our family has felt connected to the school since our younger son set foot on campus 3 years ago. There is a sense of warmth and community, that you do not find at every school. Additionally, Chamiande fosters academic, social and emotional growth, and identifies each student's individual needs. We absolutely love Chaminade and all it has to offer!

Chaminade is a very academically challenging school that ultimately prepares students very well for their future as a college student. Not only are the teachers fantastic, the clubs are very diverse and student involvement on campus is very blatant around the school. It's truly an incredible High School!

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