Damien High School

2280 Damien Avenue, La Verne, CA, 91750-0917
Tel: (909)596-1946
Grades: 9 - 12 | 944 students
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The administrators, teachers and staff serve as more than academic guides. Involved in the lives of the students, they each take personal interest in the intellectual, moral, and spiritual development of every student. It is their mission to help each student develop a sense of self-worth while becoming responsible individuals giving back to the greater community.

School Overview:
Damien High School
School Membership(s) National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Western States Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Grades Offered Grades 9 - 12
Year Founded 1959
Student Body
Total Students 944 students
Student Body Type All-boys
% Students of Color 53% (CA School Avg.: 44%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 52 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 19:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 90%
Average Class Size 20 students
Number of AP Courses 26 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Art History AP Biology
AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC
AP Chemistry AP Computer Science A
AP English Literature & Composition AP Englsh Language & Composition
AP Environmental Science AP European History
AP French Language AP German Language
AP Gov't & Politics - United States AP Government and Politics
AP Human Geography AP Macro Economics
AP Physics B AP Physics C: Mechanics
AP Psychology AP Spanish Language
AP Statistics AP Studio Art: 2-D Design
AP Studio Art: 3-D Design AP Studio Art: Drawing
AP United States History Differential Equations
Average SAT score 1569
Average ACT score 25
Classroom dress code Casual
(School uniform)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $7,600
Tuition Notes Costs are for 2012 - 2013 Registration Fee $875.00
% on Financial Aid 28%
Average Financial Aid Grant $1,200
Acceptance Rate 80%
Admissions Director Christina Provenzano
Admissions Associate Matt Dunn
Sports
Total Sports Offered 15 sports
Sports
Baseball Basketball
Bowling Cross Country
Football Golf
Ice Hockey Lacrosse
Soccer Swimming
Tennis Track and Field
Volleyball Water Polo
Wrestling
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 3 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Clubs Debate, Christian Service, Student Government, Fishing Club, Peace & Justice Club, Drama, French Club, German Club, Band, Math Club, Roller Hockey, Photography, Ambassadors
Service Hours

School Notes:

    • Quality Boys Catholic College Prep School
    • Educate the whole student by providing outstanding student services while pursuing individual goals
    • Safe Established Neighborhood

    Profile last updated: 10/08/2012

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Nearby Schools:

Damien High School
Gr. 9-12 | 0 mi. away
Joan Macy School
Gr. 7-12 | 0.2 mi. away
Holy Name Of Mary Elementary School
Gr. K-9 | 0.3 mi. away
Calvary Baptist Schools
Gr. PK-12 | 0.4 mi. away
La Verne KinderCare
Gr. Nursery School-PK | 1 mi. away
Montessori School Of San Dimas
Gr. K-2 | 1.2 mi. away

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