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School Overview

Garces Memorial is an academically challenging, college preparatory, co-educational Catholic high school, founded in 1947 by the Christian Brothers and Dominican Sisters of St. Thomas Aquinas. Today it is operated by the Diocese of Fresno and staffed by a lay faculty and administration who are inspired by their Catholic faith to minister to the needs of the student body. Garces Memorial alumni have attended the most prestigious colleges and universities. They are successful and valuable members of their communities spanning across the United States and abroad as leaders in their faith, in their chosen professions, and in their commitment to serve others.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$12,500
Enrollment
614
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
51%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:15
AP
15

Matriculation

(2009-2012)
Ranking University/College Students
#4 Stanford University 1 +
#7 Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1 +
#10 Johns Hopkins University 1 +
#12 Northwestern University 1 +
#15 Cornell University 1 +
#15 Washington University in St. Louis 1 +
#18 Rice University 1 +
#18 University of Notre Dame 1 +
#20 University of California: Berkeley 1 +

Academics

AP Courses

(15)
Biology
Calculus AB
Chemistry
Computer Science A
English Literature and Composition
European History
Biology
Calculus AB
Chemistry
Computer Science A
English Literature and Composition
European History
French Language and Culture
Macroeconomics
Psychology
Spanish Language and Culture
Studio Art: Drawing
United States Government and Politics
United States History
English Language and Composition
Microeconomics
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Contact Info

http://www.garces.org/
2800 Loma Linda Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93305-0933
(661)327-2578
California

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day S. Grades: Grades 9-12
Rural
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1947
Religious Affiliation: Catholic

Application Info

Deadline: 03/02
Other Accepted Scores: TOEFL
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Frequently Ask Questions about Garces Memorial High School

Tell me a bit about Garces Memorial High School.
Garces Memorial High School is Co-ed private day school located in California, US. It was founded 1947 , and currently has about 614 students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.garces.org/.
Does Garces Memorial High School have rigorous academic requirements?
Garces Memorial High School is offering 15 AP courses.

Garces Memorial High School also have 51% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Garces Memorial High School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2009-2012, some students attended Stanford University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Johns Hopkins University, Northwestern University and Cornell University.
What is the application requirement for Garces Memorial High School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Garces Memorial High School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Garces Memorial High School?
The day tuition for Garces Memorial High School in 2024 is $12,500 For internaltion students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.
Where is Garces Memorial High School located?
Garces Memorial High School is located in the State of California of USA.
How popular is Garces Memorial High School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Garces Memorial High School is within top 900 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Garces Memorial High School has been favorited by 5 users.
How do I complete an application for Garces Memorial High School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Garces Memorial High School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Garces Memorial High School’s official site: http://www.garces.org/ or call them at (661)327-2578.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Garces Memorial High School?
Yes, here are few: Antelope Valley Christian School, Bakersfield Christian High School and

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Nearby City

Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, commonly known as L.A., is the largest city in California and the second most populous in the U.S. It serves as the commercial, financial, and cultural hub of Southern California. With a population of around 3.9 million as of 2020, L.A. is famous for its Mediterranean climate, diverse population, and as the epicenter of the entertainment industry, particularly Hollywood. The city also offers a rich mix of cultural landmarks, including world-class museums, beaches, and a dynamic food scene, making it a global metropolis.
Population (2022) 3,833,995
Cost of Living Higher than average 54%
Nearby Airport Los Angeles International Airport
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