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Carpinteria, CA•
Private School•
9-12
Parent: Faculties are good. This school is very hard to get the admission acceptance because lot of legacy students. Some employees’ working attitude not friendly, especially the workers in the health center, no patient, no mercy. Also some dorm parents are ex-Cate students whose attitudes are very mean!... Read 49 reviews
Students 298
Student-teacher ratio 6:1
#10 Best Private High Schools in California.
Blue checkmark.
Private School,
CARPINTERIA, CA,
9-12,
49 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Faculties are good. This school is very hard to get the admission acceptance because lot of legacy students. Some employees’ working attitude not friendly, especially the workers in the health....
Faculties are good. This school is very hard to get the admission acceptance because lot of legacy students. Some employees’ working attitude not friendly, especially the workers in the health....
Read 49 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 298,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6 to 1,
Santa Barbara, CA•
K-12
Parent: Laguna Blanca is a gem! We moved to the area and enrolled our kids and WOW we are so impressed! I have never seen my children so in love with school. Every day they come home and say how amazing their day was. They love their teachers like they have never loved teachers before. The teachers are above and beyond. The kids are kind. The curriculum is challenging, but somehow still incredibly fun. I feel so lucky to have my children in such a magical place!... Read 41 reviews
Students 350
Student-teacher ratio 7:1
#58 Best Private High Schools in California.
SANTA BARBARA, CA,
K-12,
41 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Laguna Blanca is a gem! We moved to the area and enrolled our kids and WOW we are so impressed! I have never seen my children so in love with school. Every day they come home and say how amazing....
Laguna Blanca is a gem! We moved to the area and enrolled our kids and WOW we are so impressed! I have never seen my children so in love with school. Every day they come home and say how amazing....
Read 41 reviews.
Students: 350,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,
Freshman: I am currently a freshman at Bishop Diego High School, but my family’s relationship with the community has dated back to 1956, when my grandmother attended. Everyone in my family that has attended Bishop Diego High School can agree that this is an amazing place to be. This is a nurturing environment that allows students to apply their own knowledge while gaining more information on a daily basis. The college prep programs, as well as the student leadership opportunities, sets up the students for higher education opportunities and for many life situations. I personally have been part of softball, soccer, and volleyball. The sports programs are very inclusive and makes even beginners feel very welcome. ASB and programs like Cardinal Ambassadors allow students to hold leadership positions and introduce prospective students to the school personally. I am lucky to be able to attend this school and I hope that many others can have the same opportunity.... Read 75 reviews
Students 274
Student-teacher ratio 13:1
#151 Best Private High Schools in California.
75 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.
Featured Review: Freshman says I am currently a freshman at Bishop Diego High School, but my family’s relationship with the community has dated back to 1956, when my grandmother attended. Everyone in my family that has attended....
I am currently a freshman at Bishop Diego High School, but my family’s relationship with the community has dated back to 1956, when my grandmother attended. Everyone in my family that has attended....
Read 75 reviews.
Students: 274,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,
San Diego, CA•
6-12
Senior: I loved my experience at Bishop’s. In terms of academics, I know that I was challenged every single day and taught to think critically. I feel more than prepared for my new college work. Additionally, the Bishops community ad a whole is incredibly kind and welcoming. There are only a couple things you should know before enrolling here. 1) Because the academics are very challenging, there is more grade deflation compared to other high schools. It is really hard to stand out academically. 2) If you are looking for a traditional high school experience, we lack in spirit and sports. Overall, the people, academics, college prep/counseling, and small classes make Bishop’s a school that I would highly recommend.... Read 83 reviews
Students 800
Student-teacher ratio 8:1
SAN DIEGO, CA,
6-12,
83 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says I loved my experience at Bishop’s. In terms of academics, I know that I was challenged every single day and taught to think critically. I feel more than prepared for my new college work.....
I loved my experience at Bishop’s. In terms of academics, I know that I was challenged every single day and taught to think critically. I feel more than prepared for my new college work.....
Read 83 reviews.
Students: 800,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8 to 1,
PK, K-12
Parent: This is an outstanding education! Through deep and meaningful relationships with faculty and peers, our boys are receiving an excellent education, while being prepared for lives of meaning and purpose. Smaller schools are the way of the future - or should be. Where faculty and staff are in control of the on-campus culture; where students are truly known. Providence does this strategically and intentionally. There are certainly sacrifices to go there, but they well worth it. If you believe in a creator god, one who is intimately engaged in our world, then the words of one Providence teachers makes a ton of sense. She expressed that teaching any subject like math, language or economics without Christ, is like being limited to teaching in black and white. Providence allows teachers to teach in full living color. Our boys have profoundly benefitted.... Read 11 reviews
Students 368
Student-teacher ratio 9:1
#190 Best Private High Schools in California.
PK, K-12,
11 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says This is an outstanding education! Through deep and meaningful relationships with faculty and peers, our boys are receiving an excellent education, while being prepared for lives of meaning and...Smaller schools are the way of the future - or should be. Where faculty and staff are in control of the on-campus culture; where students are truly known. Providence does this strategically and...If you believe in a creator god, one who is intimately engaged in our world, then the words of one Providence teachers makes a ton of sense. She expressed that teaching any subject like math,....
This is an outstanding education! Through deep and meaningful relationships with faculty and peers, our boys are receiving an excellent education, while being prepared for lives of meaning and...Smaller schools are the way of the future - or should be. Where faculty and staff are in control of the on-campus culture; where students are truly known. Providence does this strategically and...If you believe in a creator god, one who is intimately engaged in our world, then the words of one Providence teachers makes a ton of sense. She expressed that teaching any subject like math,....
Read 11 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Students: 368,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9 to 1,
7-12
Alum: The teachers and staff were amazing and helpful, however, the lack of AP classes was damaging when going into college because other students who went to public schools already came in with college credits. The school trips were a great way to have hands on learning as well as the three-day immersion program between first and second quarter. The addition of "breakfast club" was interesting and allowed for students to make more connect with the outside world. Overall, there were few lacking experiences which were made up for by real world experiences.... Read 5 reviews
Students 50
#213 Best Private High Schools in California.
7-12,
5 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Alum says The teachers and staff were amazing and helpful, however, the lack of AP classes was damaging when going into college because other students who went to public schools already came in with college....
The teachers and staff were amazing and helpful, however, the lack of AP classes was damaging when going into college because other students who went to public schools already came in with college....
Read 5 reviews.
Students: 50,
Carpinteria Unified School District, CA•
K-5
Alum: While i haven't attended summerland elementary in a multitude of years most of the things remain the same, which is the beauty of the place. There is only three teachers at the school among several aids and specialized teachers. This would sound like a flaw but when classes are so small it doesn't matter. My graduating class was 11 people and each of us had a relationship with every teacher we had. Summerland laid the foundation of my academic life and it did so very well. Summerland is a lovely place to send a school.... Read 10 reviews
Students 55
Student-teacher ratio 18:1
#619 Best Public Elementary Schools in California.
Carpinteria Unified School District, CA,
K-5,
10 Niche users give it an average review of 1.4 stars.
Featured Review: Alum says While i haven't attended summerland elementary in a multitude of years most of the things remain the same, which is the beauty of the place. There is only three teachers at the school among several....
While i haven't attended summerland elementary in a multitude of years most of the things remain the same, which is the beauty of the place. There is only three teachers at the school among several....
Read 10 reviews.
Students: 55,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18 to 1,
Students 64
Student-teacher ratio 23:1
#855 Best Public Elementary Schools in California.
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Students: 64,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 23 to 1,
Alum: My time at Carpinteria High School was nothing more than exceptional. I feel that I was well prepared for college. The teachers and staff did a good job on keeping the students in line. Athletics was a big part of my time at CHS. It was special to me because I got to play for the same school my dad, aunts, and uncles played for. Warrior Spirit Never Dies.... Read 121 reviews
Students 616
#511 Best Public High Schools in California.
121 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.
Featured Review: Alum says My time at Carpinteria High School was nothing more than exceptional. I feel that I was well prepared for college. The teachers and staff did a good job on keeping the students in line. Athletics was....
My time at Carpinteria High School was nothing more than exceptional. I feel that I was well prepared for college. The teachers and staff did a good job on keeping the students in line. Athletics was....
Read 121 reviews.
Students: 616,
Students 362
Overall Niche Grade: B+,
Students: 362,
6-8
Students 485
Student-teacher ratio 19:1
6-8,
Overall Niche Grade: B,
Students: 485,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 19 to 1,
K-8
Parent: I am so glad my children attend Crane. It's a school that truly sees and values my children's hearts while also challenging their minds with strong academics. They come home every day with many stories to tell about how much fun they had and how much they learned. The teachers are just stellar -- they put together lessons that inspire and leave you in awe. The community is also very welcoming, and it's clear to see that the smiles all around campus are genuine. People, including my kids, are just happy to be there!... Read 5 reviews
Students 260
Student-teacher ratio 4:1
K-8,
Featured Review: Parent says I am so glad my children attend Crane. It's a school that truly sees and values my children's hearts while also challenging their minds with strong academics. They come home every day with many....
I am so glad my children attend Crane. It's a school that truly sees and values my children's hearts while also challenging their minds with strong academics. They come home every day with many....
Students: 260,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 4 to 1,
PK, K-8
Students 239
Student-teacher ratio 27:1
PK, K-8,
Students: 239,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 27 to 1,
Students 230
Student-teacher ratio 26:1
Students: 230,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 26 to 1,
Students 194
Students: 194,
6-9
Students 175
6-9,
Students: 175,
Parent: We feel so lucky to have our kids at The Howard School. Every day, they are excited to go to school, where they are growing socially and intellectually, and engaging meaningfully with the world they inhabit. As parents, we also feel like full members of the Howard community--learning and growing right alongside our children. It's truly a full-family experience!... Read 3 reviews
Students 73
3 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says We feel so lucky to have our kids at The Howard School. Every day, they are excited to go to school, where they are growing socially and intellectually, and engaging meaningfully with the world they....
We feel so lucky to have our kids at The Howard School. Every day, they are excited to go to school, where they are growing socially and intellectually, and engaging meaningfully with the world they....
Read 3 reviews.
Students: 73,
Students 30
Students: 30,
Preschool
Students 28
Preschool,
Students: 28,
1-8
Parent: Knox has done a fantastic job at accommodating the individualized needs of our son; for example, giving him academic assignments ahead of his grade level, but allowing for extra nurturing to support his social and emotional development. The personalized understanding has enabled him to feel safe, and as a result to open up and to explore outside of his comfort zone. Very grateful that Knox is part of our community!... Read 8 reviews
Student-teacher ratio —
1-8,
8 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Knox has done a fantastic job at accommodating the individualized needs of our son; for example, giving him academic assignments ahead of his grade level, but allowing for extra nurturing to support....
Knox has done a fantastic job at accommodating the individualized needs of our son; for example, giving him academic assignments ahead of his grade level, but allowing for extra nurturing to support....
Read 8 reviews.
Students 15
Student-teacher ratio 1:1
Students: 15,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 1 to 1,
Students 11
Students: 11,
Campbell, CA•
Parent: Our son Jojo will be graduating middle school this year. He has been a Delphi student since 2011, and I can confidently say that we could not have chosen a better school for him! Delphi has given him the strong foundation that has completely prepared him to handle high school with poise. Delphi's holistic approach to learning goes way beyond just academic learning. The school prepares students to become well-rounded socially-conscious adults. And last but not the least, the school's after-school program and summer camp are the best things a working parent could hope for, because Delphi makes logistics a non-issue. If you are looking for the best school experience for your child, look no further and enroll him/her at Delphi.... Read 11 reviews
Students 130
CAMPBELL, CA,
11 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Our son Jojo will be graduating middle school this year. He has been a Delphi student since 2011, and I can confidently say that we could not have chosen a better school for him! Delphi has given him....
Our son Jojo will be graduating middle school this year. He has been a Delphi student since 2011, and I can confidently say that we could not have chosen a better school for him! Delphi has given him....
Students: 130,
Oceanside, CA•
Public School•
Parent: Scholarship Prep Oceanside has a wonderful culture. The community environment is an awesome educational environment for our students! Our daughter absolutely loves her school. Not to mention the schools staff and administrators did an amazing job with keeping educating and keeping the students safe during the many changes of the pandemic. The growth in this school is evident from its inception. This school is a great addition to our community in Oceanside!... Read 2 reviews
Students 510
Public School,
OCEANSIDE, CA,
2 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Scholarship Prep Oceanside has a wonderful culture. The community environment is an awesome educational environment for our students! Our daughter absolutely loves her school. Not to mention the....
Scholarship Prep Oceanside has a wonderful culture. The community environment is an awesome educational environment for our students! Our daughter absolutely loves her school. Not to mention the....
Read 2 reviews.
Students: 510,
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