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School Notes Overview: |
The College Preparatory School (CPS) is a coeducational,
independent day school serving grades nine through twelve.
It offers a rigorous academic program for young people who are potential candidates for four-year colleges and universities.
The school’s purpose is to prepare students for productive, ethical lives in college and beyond through a challenging and stimulating education in an atmosphere of consideration, trust, and mutual responsibility.
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The College Preparatory School |
| School Level |
High school
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| School
Membership(s) |
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s) |
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| Religious Affiliation |
Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered |
Grades 9 - 12 |
| Year
Founded |
1960 |
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County |
Alameda County, CA |
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| Total
Students |
335 students |
| Student
Body Type |
Co-ed |
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School |
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CA )
High School Avg. |
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| % Students of
Color |
41% |
39% |
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| Students by Grade |
| Grade 9 - 84 students | | Grade 10 - 85 students | | Grade 11 - 80 students | | Grade 12 - 86 students | |
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| Total Classroom Teachers |
53 teachers |
| %
Faculty with Advance Degree |
72% |
| Average Class Size |
14 |
| Average SAT score |
713 |
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School |
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CA )
High School Avg. |
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| Teacher
: Student Ratio |
1:6 |
1:11
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Public School Avg. »
1:16
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| School
Days in Calendar Year |
n/a |
180 days |
| Hours
in School Day for Students |
7 hours |
6 hours |
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| Admission Deadline |
Jan. 9 |
| Yearly
Tuition Cost |
$24,950 |
| %
on Financial Aid |
24% |
| Headmaster |
Dr. Murray Cohen |
| Admissions
Director |
Nettie Anthony-Harris |
| Admissions
Associate |
Jonathan Zucker |
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- Curriculum
All courses are college preparatory, providing students with an exceptional education. A minimum of 17 units of academic course work is required for graduation. In setting forth its curriculum, the school is committed to several major emphases, to:
develop powers of clear expression in writing and speech in English and in at least one foreign language
ensure a solid understanding of the sciences and mathematics
impart a sense of historical and global perspective
encourage development of the aesthetic sense
provide opportunities for vigorous physical growth
integrate technology throughout the curriculum
Our curriculum is rigorous and comprehensive, with core academic disciplines balanced by options in music, visual arts, dance, theater, health education, physical education, inter-scholastic athletics, forensics and community activities.
Academic Courses
English:English I, II, English Seminars
History:World, Western, U.S., History Seminars
Languages:French, Japanese, Latin, Spanish
Mathematics: Mathematics I, II, III, IV, Calculus, Statistics
Science:Physical Science, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Science Electives
Other:Health Education, Psychology, Computer Science, Forensics, Freshman Foundations, Soph Ed, Independent Study
Fine Arts Courses
Visual Arts:Drawing and Design, Two and Three Dimensional Studios, Photography, Advanced Projects
Drama:Acting, Drama, Stagecraft, Theater Production
Music:Chorus, Vocal Ensemble, Beginning Instruments, Orchestra, Chamber Music, Jazz Band, Jazz Choir, Jazz Workshop
Dance:Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced Dance, Performing Dance Group
Performing Arts:Drama Productions, Music Concerts, Art Exhibits, Dance Shows, Musicals, Music Tour, Cabaret Night
Athletics
CPS proudly sponsors competitive teams in baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track and volleyball.
Other Co-Curricular Programs
CPS offers community service, class retreats, student government, Intraterm courses, debate team, multicultural events, student publications, dances, clubs and an annual all-school snow trip.
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| About This
Zip Code (
94618 ) |
| School
Zip (
94618 ) |
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CA ) State Average |
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| Population
(Approximate) |
15,420 people |
33,864,644 people |
| %
(age 25+) w/College Degree |
78% |
32% |
| Population Average
Age |
40 years old |
33.3 years old |
| Average Household
Size |
2.1 persons |
2.8 persons |
| Median Household
Income |
$77,952 |
$50,900 |
| Avg. # of Rooms
in Household |
5.7 rooms |
4.7 rooms |
| Median Age of
Housing Structure |
67 years old |
42 years old |
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 View current housing listings in 94618 |
Median Value of Housing Unit
Zipcode (94618)
What's a Zindex?
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| %
Owning / % Renting |
65% / 35% |
55% / 45% |
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