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Acalanes Union High School District

Miramonte High School

#1 in Best Public High Schools in Contra Costa County
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Orinda, CA
  • 197 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      B+
    3. Teachers
      B+
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C+
    6. Health & Safety
      A-
    7. Administration
      A-
    8. Sports
      A
    9. Food
      C
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C+
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    Miramonte High School is a top rated, public school located in Orinda, CA. It has 1,277 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 21 to 1. According to state test scores, 79% of students are at least proficient in math and 87% in reading.
    Address
    750 Moraga Way
    Orinda, CA 94563
    Telephone
    (925) 280-3930
    Website
    acalanes.k12.ca.us/miramonte

    Miramonte High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    87%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    79%
    Average Graduation Rate
    98%
    Average SAT
    1350
    320 responses
    Average ACT
    31
    183 responses
    AP Enrollment
    48%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      D+
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      B-
    Area Feel
    Sparse Suburban
    Median Household Income
    $186,075
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $2,231
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $1,221,800
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A-
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    91%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.22 responses
    Poll
    77%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.22 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 47 responses
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    • Rallies
      30%
    • Sports games
      26%
    • School dances
      17%
    • Drama Plays/Musicals
      15%
    • Spirit Week
      6%
    • Public Speaking Tournaments
      4%
    • Homecoming
      2%

    Students

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,277
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    1%
    100%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.22 responses
    77%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.22 responses
    91%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.22 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    21:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $81,874
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    3.1%
    66%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.29 responses
    79%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.29 responses
    59%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.29 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $14,539/ year
    National
    $12,239
    82%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.33 responses
    52%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.33 responses
    73%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.33 responses
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    Miramonte High School Reviews

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    The social scene at Miramonte is bubbling and alive, but academics are far from lost in the shuffle! I've loved all four years here, and although there's been a fair amount of chaos and tragedy, the administration has handled it remarkably well and resource availability is at an all-time high. I would recommend attending to every student in the East Bay!
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    My daughter is in her sophomore year at Miramonte and thus far, it has been a rigorous academic experience. I have 100% confidence she is getting an excellent education. Her teachers have been supportive and passionate about their subjects. I feel the teacher quality is far beyond that of the middle school, particularly for the advanced subjects (such as AP European History). For her, the overall experience has been socially inclusive and geared around sports. She is lucky to have a group of friends who are all driven to excel, such as her, which keeps her grounded. That said, I do believe she's the right kid for this school. You have to have a good work ethic to succeed here.
    Even-though you are in this high stress environment, it's completely worth it. There are ample opportunities to get help and support and the pure diversity of courses and the depth and education that comes out of them are worth it. Prepares you AMAZINGLY for college! Very prestigious but in a good way. Go mats.