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The College Preparatory School

6100 Broadway, Oakland, CA, 94618-0946 -

School Notes Overview:

The College Preparatory School 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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School Overview:

	The College Preparatory School
School Membership(s)	National Association of Independent Schools State or regional independent school association
Religious Affiliation	Nonsectarian
Grades Offered	Grades 9 - 12
Year Founded	1960
County	Alameda County, CA
Student Body
Total Students	353 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(CA) School Avg.
% Students of Color	40%	41%
Students by Grade
	Grade 9 - 92 students
	Grade 10 - 88 students
	Grade 11 - 87 students
	Grade 12 - 86 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	55 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree	84%
Average Class Size	14
List of Courses Offered	Link to List of Courses
Average SAT score	2170
Matriculation Data	Link to Matriculation Data
Classroom dress code	Casual
	This School	(CA) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:7	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	n/a	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	7 hours	6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline	Jan. 15
Yearly Tuition Cost	$28,600
Tuition Notes	$800-$1,100 annually in non-tuition costs such as books.
% on Financial Aid	23%
Average Financial Aid Grant	$18,500
Head of School	Dr. Murray Cohen
Admissions Director	Jonathan Zucker
Admissions Associate	Vanessa Ortega
Sport
Total Sports Offered	11
	Sports
	Baseball	Basketball
	Cross Country	Golf
	Lacrosse	Soccer
	Softball	Swimming
	Tennis	Track and Field
	Volley Ball

School Notes:

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.
Profile last updated: 12/01/2008

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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (94618)	School Zip (94618)	(CA) State Average
Population (Approximate)	15,420 people	33,864,644 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	78%	32%
Population Average Age	40 years old	33 years old
Average Household size	2.1 persons	2.8 persons
Median Household Income	$77,952	$51,306
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	5.7 rooms	4.8 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	68 years old	41 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	65% / 35%	55% / 45%