Maranatha High School
School Notes Overview:
The Mission of Maranatha High School is to prepare students for living lives of purpose and distinction, as reflected by character, competency and community, by developing the whole student through relationships, to honor the Lord Jesus Christ....
School Overview:
Maranatha High School |
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| School Membership(s) |
Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) Western States Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) |
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| Religious Affiliation | Christian (no specific denomination) | ||
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 | ||
| Year Founded | 1965 | ||
| County | Los Angeles County, CA | ||
| Student Body | |||
| Total Students | 684 students | ||
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | ||
This School |
(CA) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 47% | 41% | |
| Students by Grade | |||
| Grade 9 - 158 students | |||
| Grade 10 - 196 students | |||
| Grade 11 - 169 students | |||
| Grade 12 - 161 students | |||
| Academics and Faculty | |||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 50 teachers | ||
| % Faculty with Advance Degree | 60% | ||
| Average Class Size | 20 | ||
| Number of AP Courses | 17 | ||
| Average SAT score | 1100 | ||
This School |
(CA) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:12 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 | |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 179 days | 180 days | |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 6 hours | |
| Finances and Admission | |||
| Admission Deadline | Dec. 1 / Feb. 5 / rolling | ||
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $15,488 | ||
| Tuition Notes | Registration $750 Application $75 | ||
| % on Financial Aid | 28% | ||
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $5,000 | ||
| Acceptance Rate | 85% | ||
| Head of School | Chet Crane | ||
| Admissions Director | John Rouse | ||
| Admissions Associate | Debbie Middlebrook | ||
| Sport | |||
| Total Sports Offered | 14 | ||
Sports |
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| Baseball | Basketball | ||
| Cheering | Cross Country | ||
| Diving | Equestrian | ||
| Football | Golf | ||
| Soccer | Softball | ||
| Swimming | Tennis | ||
| Track and Field | Volley Ball | ||
| Extracurricular | |||
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 24 | ||
Extracurriculars |
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| Adventure Club | Ambassador Club | ||
| American Sign Language Club | Art Club | ||
| California Scholastic Federation | Chess Club | ||
| Choir | Discipleship Program | ||
| Drama | Federation Christian Athletes | ||
| Film/Cinema Club | French Club | ||
| Habitat for Humanity Club | Jazz Band | ||
| Key Club | Knitting Club | ||
| Math Club | Missions Program | ||
| National Honor Society | Red Cross Club | ||
| Spanish Club | Student Council | ||
| Worship Team | Yearbook | ||
School Notes:
- Maranatha High School was founded in 1965 by a group of Christian leaders who shared a vision to establish a college preparatory high school predicated upon Biblical principles and an unalloyed commitment to Jesus Christ. Maranatha High School is the only interdenominational Christian college preparatory high school in the San Gabriel Valley. With over 130 different churches represented in the school community, Maranatha enjoys a diverse religious expression. Located in Pasadena, California, Maranatha High School provides an exceptional education for students desiring an opportunity to be fully equipped to pursue higher education. The distinctions of a Maranatha education that guide our students' high school experience are: • Critical Thinking: Advancing their ability to think critically through a worldview that is distinctively Christian and brings depth to the educational process, linking intellectual growth with the formation of character. • Competency: Gaining competency in their ability to excel in the academic disciplines. • Community: Growing in compassion for others as reflected in their commitment to our community through community service. • Character:Developing character as they strive to emulate Christ likeness in both word and deed.
- Profile last updated: 07/21/2009
In the News:
- FOOTBALL: Keith helps Maranatha post 38-21 victory (Pasadena Star-News)
posted on November 14, 2009 at 08:14:48 am
PASADENA - Maranatha High School won the Alpha League title Friday night with a 38-21 victory over visiting Campbell Hall. Maranatha's Cody Keith passed for 214 yards on 15 of 23 attempts, including three touchdowns. Keith also rushed for 52 yards. - HIGH SCHOOLS: Area athletes announce college intentions (Pasadena Star-News)
posted on November 12, 2009 at 06:44:02 am
It's one of the first documents they'll sign as young adults venturing into the grown-up world and leaving behind child's play. Yes, it's that time of year when athletes take part in early signing day, and several of them who signed Wednesday are looking to make an impact next season. - Maranatha Celebrates its 45th Birthday on the 45th School Day (San Marino Tribune)
posted on November 6, 2009 at 12:36:03 am
PASADENA - How long does it take Maranatha High School students to eat 2000 donut holes? Not long at all! On Tuesday, October 27th, Maranatha celebrated its 45th day of school this academic year, as part of a yearlong celebration of the school’s 45th anniversary. - Finalists for Tournament of Roses Royal Court narrowed to 26 (Pasadena Star-News)
posted on October 9, 2009 at 12:02:50 am
The seven-member Royal Court selected from this group will be announced in ceremonies at Tournament House on Monday, and the Rose Queen will be named on Oct. 20. - Pasadena City Council members set meetings on general plan (Pasadena Star-News)
posted on September 26, 2009 at 12:50:19 am
Council members will hold discussions on Pasadena's future priorities at a series of meetings next month. All residents are invited to help elected representative map out priorities, issues and concerns.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (91105) | School Zip (91105) |
(CA) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 10,245 people | 33,864,644 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 69% | 32% |
| Population Average Age | 48 years old | 33 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.1 persons | 2.8 persons |
| Median Household Income | $83,737 | $51,306 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 5.9 rooms | 4.8 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 56 years old | 41 years old |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 75% / 25% | 55% / 45% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- Mayfield Senior School - 305 students - 0.9 mi. away - view location
- Optimist High School - 181 students - 2.1 mi. away - view location
- Excelsior School - 64 students - 2.9 mi. away - view location
- Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy - 404 students - 3.0 mi. away - view location
- The Hillside School And Learning Center - 40 students - 3.2 mi. away - view location
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