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Polytechnic School
  • Private
  • PASADENA, CA
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Polytechnic School

#2 in Best Private K-12 Schools in Los Angeles Area
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    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      A+
    3. Teachers
      A+
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A+
    6. Sports
      B+
    polytechnic.org
    (626) 396-6300
    1030 E CALIFORNIA BLVD
    PASADENA, CA 91106
    About Polytechnic School...

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    January 10
    Application Fee
    $100
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $41,900
    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
    25%
    Average Financial Aid

    From Polytechnic School

    We envision a community of students, inspired by transformative teaching, who will contribute profoundly to the world as intellectual leaders.

    We develop the unique intellect, talents, and character of each student in a community dedicated to academic excellence, personal responsibility, and service to others.

    POLYTECHNIC SCHOOL, VISION AND MISSION (adopted 2005; revised 2019)

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1420
    152 responses
    Average ACT
    33
    127 responses
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    Into the Wild - Poly's Outdoor Education Program

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    Through exploration, adventure, and physical challenge, Poly's Outdoor Ed program for Middle School and Upper School students develop their self-confidence, sense of personal responsibility, resilience, and appreciation for the natural world. Students participate in trips that explore a variety of environments including alpine, desert, and water-based expeditions.

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    Students

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    872
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    7:1
    National
    17:1
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Average
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
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    Living in the Area

    Pasadena
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    1. Cost of Living
      D+
    2. Good for Families
      A minus
    3. Housing
      C minus
    Median Household Income
    $89,661
    National
    $69,021
    Median Rent
    $1,904
    National
    $1,163
    Median Home Value
    $863,100
    National
    $244,900
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