Harvard-Westlake School

Harvard-Westlake is a school whose curriculum and programs create an educational environment designed for students who possess both the motivation and the ability to pursue a rigorous college preparatory course of study.
The school strives to provide an education that enables and empowers its diverse students to develop their intellectual, spiritual, emotional, and physical gifts; to understand and respect the similarities and differences among themselves and others in their local and world communities; and to learn the habits of mind and self-discipline necessary to live with integrity and purpose as contributing members of society.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 1,602 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $35,900
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 18
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Harvard-Westlake School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Year Founded
1989
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
1,602 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Harvard-Westlake School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
230 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
74%
Number of AP Courses
29 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 18
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
19%
Admissions Director
Aaron Mieszczanski

Sports

School Notes

  • Harvard-Westlake is a school whose curriculum and programs create an educational environment designed for students who possess both the motivation and the ability to pursue a rigorous college preparatory course of study.
  • The school strives to provide an education that enables and empowers its diverse students to develop their intellectual, spiritual, emotional, and physical gifts; to understand and respect the similarities and differences among themselves and others in their local and world communities; and to learn the habits of mind and self-discipline necessary to live with integrity and purpose as contributing members of society.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Harvard-Westlake School cost?
Harvard-Westlake School's tuition is approximately $35,900 for private students.
What sports does Harvard-Westlake School offer?
Harvard-Westlake School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Fencing, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo and Wrestling. Harvard-Westlake School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is Harvard-Westlake School's ranking?
Harvard-Westlake School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Harvard-Westlake School?
The application deadline for Harvard-Westlake School is Jan. 18.

School Calendar

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Event
Date
SCHOOL CLOSED - Passover
April 23, 2024 (Tuesday)
SCHOOL CLOSED - Memorial Day
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
SCHOOL CLOSED - Juneteenth
June 19, 2024 (Wednesday)

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 1,602 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $35,900
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 18
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Los Angeles County, CA is $16,377 for elementary schools and $21,309 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles County, CA is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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