Junipero Serra High School
School Notes Overview:
We, the students and faculty of Junipero Serra High School are committed to developing morally aware and academically strong individuals who are of service to society. In the tradition of Padre Serra, Serra High School provides a Catholic and college preparatory education for our students with varied curricular and extra-curricular programs. With the support of faculty, parents, alumni, the advisory board and the community, students from diverse cultural, economic and religious backgrounds work together to create a true Christian spirit. This tradition, based on the Gospel of Jesus Christ, educates the whole person, emphasizing the importance of developing the individual spiritually, academically, socially, and physically. This emphasis instills the self-motivation for success in life now and in the future....
School Overview:
Junipero Serra High School |
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| School Membership(s) |
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) National Association of Independent Schools State or regional independent school association |
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| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic | |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 | |
| Year Founded | 1950 | |
| County | Los Angeles County, CA | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 650 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(CA) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 63% | 41% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Grade 9 - 194 students | ||
| Grade 10 - 149 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 157 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 150 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 38 teachers | |
| Classroom dress code | Formal | |
This School |
(CA) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:16 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 180 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 6 hours | 6 hours |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $5,850 | |
| % on Financial Aid | 50% | |
| Admissions Director | Michael Wagner | |
School Notes:
- We, the students and faculty of Junipero Serra High School are committed to developing morally aware and academically strong individuals who are of service to society. In the tradition of Padre Serra, Serra High School provides a Catholic and college preparatory education for our students with varied curricular and extra-curricular programs. With the support of faculty, parents, alumni, the advisory board and the community, students from diverse cultural, economic and religious backgrounds work together to create a true Christian spirit. This tradition, based on the Gospel of Jesus Christ, educates the whole person, emphasizing the importance of developing the individual spiritually, academically, socially, and physically. This emphasis instills the self-motivation for success in life now and in the future.
- Profile last updated: 09/08/2009
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School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (90249) | School Zip (90249) |
(CA) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 26,433 people | 33,864,644 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 25% | 32% |
| Population Average Age | 34 years old | 33 years old |
| Average Household size | 3.0 persons | 2.8 persons |
| Median Household Income | $44,451 | $51,306 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 4.3 rooms | 4.8 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 53 years old | 41 years old |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 57% / 43% | 55% / 45% |
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