Presentation High School

Presentation High School is an inclusive Catholic, college preparatory school community serving young women.
Our transformative education, rooted in faith, justice, compassion, and love, inspires students to bring positive change to the world.
While at Presentation, your student will strive while feeling centered because we anticipate and respond to our student's needs for balanced academic and personal growth within a culture of service.
Academically engaged, your student will launch from where they comfortably start to where they can go.
Personally they will learn to navigate their dynamic high school years while prioritizing wellness.
Culturally, we prepare girls for the world they are entering and will shape.
There are few opportunities in life when we can gift our children the time and space for what they need most and the tools to continue to thrive in college and life. That time is now.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 550 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $27,250
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Presentation High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1962
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
550 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
69%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Presentation High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
22 students
Number of AP Courses
19 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1345
Average ACT score
30
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Dec. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
24%
Admissions Director
Lindsay Velez
Admissions Associate
Lameisha Sherri

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
47 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Big/Little Sister Program, Panther Pride, Robotics Team, Speech and Debate

Club or Organization:
Anime and Manga Club, ASB/ Student Council, Asian Pacific Islander Student Union, ASL Club, Black Student Union, Book Club, Bring Change 2 Mind, Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs, California Scholarship Federation, Chess Club, Desi Student Association, Ethnic Studies Academy, Faith and Justice, Future of Film Club, Gaming Corner, International Thespian Society (ITS), LatinX, Leadership Academy, LGBTQ+, Math and Science Academy, Math Contests, Mu Alpha Theta, Music Students Association, National Art Honor Society (NAHS), National Honor Society, Nirvana (Yoga Club), Panthers Design Co, Panthers Exploring Medicine, Presentation Ambassadors Club (PAC), Presentation Animal Wellness Squad (PAWS), Red Cross Club, Student Environmental Action Society (SEAS), Students for Political Action (SPA), Styled at Pres Fashion Club, Women in Computer Science (WICS)/Girls Who Code, Women in Stem Careers (WISC)

Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Dance Team/Dance Company, Improv Team, Jazba, Music Ministry/Liturgical Band, Theatre

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Athletics

School Notes

  • Pres is the right size for high schoolers to engage deeply in learning-to think big, collaborate, and dive into a variety of interests. Small by design, we know each student well, so we can provide access to many choices.
  • We show up for each other every day and encourage participation and healthy debate, creating both a variety of challenging experiences and lasting connections. Accessing all there is to offer and the best of themselves, Pres students discover what's possible.
  • During their time at Pres, students will shine as they develop what they uniquely bring to the world, guided by our culture of service and growth.
  • With a team of educators, mentors, spiritual role models, and coaches, students will grow even more into what makes them unique. One class, game, project, performance, and relationship at a time, students inspire others to follow as they shape the world around them.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Presentation High School cost?
Presentation High School's tuition is approximately $27,250 for private students.
Does Presentation High School offer a summer program?
Yes, Presentation High School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Presentation High School offer?
Presentation High School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo and Wrestling. Presentation High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is Presentation High School's ranking?
Presentation High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Presentation High School?
The application deadline for Presentation High School is Dec. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
What neighborhood is Presentation High School located?
Presentation High School is located in the Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 8 other private schools located in Willow Glen.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 550 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $27,250
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in San Jose, CA is $22,795 for elementary schools and $26,110 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in San Jose, CA is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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