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B+ 5.0 California, US
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School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall
B+
Matriculation B+
Academics A
Extracurriculars A-
Community A
Reviews B
Pacific Ridge School promotes both artistic and athletic achievement, while integrating our vision and our values in every aspect of our curriculum. Pacific Ridge School inspires and prepares students to be life-long learners who act with compassion and integrity. As they explore assumptions from new perspectives and become aware of their role as members of a global community, students learn the importance of finding their purpose in life. Good teachers and administrators work for the welfare of their students wherever they are, even in long-standing institutions in which traditions make even welcome change more difficult.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$42550
Enrollment
685
International Students
2%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
70%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:7
AP
15
Average SAT Score
1344
Average ACT Score
31
Class Size
15

Matriculation

Matriculation

(2020-2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 1 +
#3 Harvard College 1 +
#3 Stanford University 1 +
#3 Yale University 1 +
#6 University of Chicago 1 +
#7 Johns Hopkins University 1 +
#7 University of Pennsylvania 1 +
#10 Duke University 1 +
#10 Northwestern University 1 +

AP Scores

(2023)
Number of students took AP test
90
Number of tests taken
175
73%
18%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP Courses

(15)
Spanish Language and Culture
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Spanish Language and Culture
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
United States History
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Music Theory
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Psychology
Art History
Chinese Language and Culture
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
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Sports

(14)
Baseball
Basketball
Beach Volleyball
Cross Country
Dance
Golf
Baseball
Basketball
Beach Volleyball
Cross Country
Dance
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Surfing
Swimming
Tennis
Volleyball
Water Polo
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(30)
Apparel Design Club
Architecture Club
Astronomy Club
Ceramics Club
DECA Club
Dungeons & Dragons Club
Apparel Design Club
Architecture Club
Astronomy Club
Ceramics Club
DECA Club
Dungeons & Dragons Club
Entrepreneurship Club
eSports Club
Fashion/Lifestyle Magazine Club
Film Appreciation Club
Finance Club
Firelabs Club
Gaming & Design Club
Improv Club
Math Club
Mock Trial Club
Model United Nations
Music Production Club
Outdoor & Indoor Sports Club
Philosophy Club
Pom Dance Team Programming Club
Puzzle Club
Robotics
Speech & Debate Club
Student Artist Collective
Student Council
Surf Club
SWENext (women in science)
The Flock
Urban Agriculture Club
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Arts

(14)
Dance
Jazz
Music
Music Production
Music Theory
Piano
Dance
Jazz
Music
Music Production
Music Theory
Piano
Theater
Vocal
2D Design
3D Design
Digital Photography
Filmmaking
Graphic Design
Photography
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Contact Info

http://www.pacificridge.org
6269 El Fuerte Carlsbad, CA 92009
760-448-9820
admissions@pacificridge.org
California

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day S. Grades: 7-12
Urban
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 2007
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Other Accepted Scores: ISEE
Recommended
Day school
Mater Dei High School United States Flag
4.9
Recommended
Boarding
The Thacher School United States Flag
4.9

Frequently Ask Questions about Pacific Ridge School

Tell me a bit about Pacific Ridge School.
Pacific Ridge School is Co-ed private day school located in California, US. It was founded 2007 , and currently has about 685 students, 2.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.pacificridge.org.
Does Pacific Ridge School have rigorous academic requirements?
Pacific Ridge School is offering 15 AP courses.

In recent years, 73 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

Pacific Ridge School also have 70% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Pacific Ridge School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 2.78% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 4.7% go to top 25, and about 1.5% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Pacific Ridge School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Pacific Ridge School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for Pacific Ridge School’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for Pacific Ridge School in 2024 is $42,550 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@pacificridge.org .
Where is Pacific Ridge School located?
Pacific Ridge School is located in the State of California of USA. The closest major city is Los Angeles, which is about 20 miles away from school. Most families can choose Los Angeles International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Pacific Ridge School on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Pacific Ridge School is within top 800 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Pacific Ridge School has been favorited by 7 users.
How to start with an application with Pacific Ridge School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Pacific Ridge School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Pacific Ridge School’s official site: http://www.pacificridge.org or call them at 760-448-9820.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to Pacific Ridge School?
Yes, here are few: Centers Of Learning, Montclair College Prep School and St. Elisabeth School.

The closest major city is Los Angeles. You can find out more schools near Los Angeles here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Pacific Ridge School?
The overall rating for Pacific Ridge School is B+.

The section ratings of Pacific Ridge School are:
B+ for Matriculation
A for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews

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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