Catholic School

Chaminade College Preparatory

#865 in Best Private High Schools in America

grade A+
Overall Grade
Private, Catholic
6-12
WEST HILLS, CA
Rating 4.18 out of 5 238 reviews

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Overall Niche Grade

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Academics
grade A+
Diversity
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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...

Applying

Application Deadline

January 13

Application Fee

$100

Interview Required

Yes

Required/Recommended Tests

None

Tuition

Yearly Tuition

$21,975

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

26%

Average Financial Aid

$10,187

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

1270

376 responses

Average ACT

225 responses

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Open House - Discover the Chaminade Difference!

Join us on November 6 to learn why so many families choose Chaminade! Come meet members of our administration, faculty and staff. Hear from current families and students. Walk around the Middle or High School campus. Learn about academics, extra-curriculars, sports and faith life. See and experience our outstanding programs. Discover how a Marianist Catholic education is the best choice for you!

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Culture & Safety

Poll

93%

of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 30 responses

Poll

83%

of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 30 responses

Poll

What are your favorite school events or traditions?

Based on 142 responses

Football games
18%
Dances
14%
Rallys
14%
Drama productions
13%
Homecoming
9%
Basketball games
8%
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

1,837

94%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 34 responses

82%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 34 responses

94%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 34 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National

17:1

Poll

74%

of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 38 responses

Poll

79%

of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 38 responses

Poll

79%

of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 38 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. 38 responses

63%

of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 38 responses

92%

of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 38 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

$131,057

National

$69,021

Median Rent

$2,989

National

$1,163

Median Home Value

$739,118

National

$244,900

Chaminade College Preparatory Reviews

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Chaminade College Preparatory is an amazing school that provides its students with both a quality education and a supportive family like environment. When it comes to academics, the school provides its students with loads of different types of courses to participate in, with helpful and personable teachers. The teachers go above and beyond to make sure students understand the material and are helped through obstacles. Another thing that stands out is the immense family spirit. Student culture and activities allows for a community like feel where all chaminade students have school pride and are connected to one another through the school they attend. Personally, I feel as though Chaminade allowed me to grow as a person in both my education and mindset in the 4 years I attended. I love Chaminade and hope to send my kids there one day.

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.

I really enjoyed my time at chaminade! Although the schoolwork is hard at times and you really have to put the work in to succeed, the reward that comes is well worth it. Family spirit is everything here, and if you come to school at Chaminade you will have friends and people to support you your entire life.

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