Mater Dei High School

1202 W Edinger Ave, Santa Ana, CA, 92707-0927
Tel: (714)850-9500
Grades: 9 - 12 | 2177 students
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The students, faculty, staff, administration and alumni of Mater Dei High School are proud of its traditions of Honor, Glory, and Love. A school built by faith, dedication, and help from the families and community around us, Mater Dei is a thriving commitment to Catholic education in the heart of Orange County.

School Overview:
Mater Dei High School
School Membership(s) National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Grades Offered Grades 9 - 12
Year Founded 1950
Student Body
Total Students 2177 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 47% (CA School Avg.: 44%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 154 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 14:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 45%
Average Class Size 27 students
Number of AP Courses 14 courses
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Advanced Courses
AP Art 2D & 3D Design AP Art History
AP Art: Drawing AP Biology
AP Calculus AB AP Computer Science
AP English Lit & Comp AP European History
AP French Lang AP Latin Literature
AP Physics B AP Spanish Lang & Literature
AP US Gov't and Politics AP US History
Classroom dress code Casual
(Uniforms Required)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Jan. 22 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $10,950
% on Financial Aid 30%
Acceptance Rate 85%
Admissions Director Mr. Greg Dhuyvetter
Admissions Associate Mrs. Lisa Rosales
Sports
Total Sports Offered 19 sports
Sports
Baseball Basketball
Cheering Cross Country
Dance Drill Team
Football Golf
Gymnastics Ice Hockey
Soccer Softball
Surf Team Swimming
Tennis Track and Field
Volleyball Water Polo
Wrestling
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 48 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
American Cancer Society Amnesty International
Anime Club Asian American Club
Aztlan-Latino Heritage Biking and Cycling Club
Bowling Club California Scholarship Federation (CSF)
Chess/Strategy Club Computer Club
Debate & Forensics Disc Club/Vinyl Appreciation Club
Drama Club E.A.R.T.H. Club (Environmental Club)
Fashion Club Film Club
Fishing Club Future USCholars
Habitat For Humanity Hockey Club
Home Economics Club Interact Club
International Club Junior States of America (JSA)
Kaleidoscope Key Club
Knitting Club Latin Club
Make a Wish Club Martial Arts Club
Model United Nations (MUN) Monarch Ministry
National Art Honor Society (NAHS) National Honor Society (NHS)
Pacific Islander Club Photography Club
Red Cross Club Renaissance
Rock Musician Club SADD
Sailing Club Scarlet Ambassadors
Science Club Snowboarding Club
String Club Surf Club
Table Tennis Club Young Black Scholars

School Notes:

  • Current enrollment: approx. 2,300 students; largest non-public school west of Chicago
  • Culturally diverse: 53% Caucasian; 22% Latino; 14% Asian/Pacific Islander; 3% African American; 9% Other
  • Religiously diverse: 83% Catholic; 17% represent a variety of other faiths
  • 99% continue on to college; 88% qualify for a four-year college
  • Members of the Class of 2007 were accepted to many top schools
  • Students live in every city in Orange County; some commute from Riverside and Los Angeles counties
  • 60% of student body attended Catholic elementary school; 18% attended private school
  • The Muth Family Learning Center serves the 5% of our students who have diagnosed special learning needs
  • Teachers and peer tutors are available before and after school for tutoring
  • 70% of student body are registered members of 50 school clubs
  • 44% participate in athletics
  • 44% participate in fine and performing arts
  • More than 80% of the student body participates in at least one co-curricular or extra-curricular program
  • Up to 30% receive $750,000 annually in need-based tuition assistance
  • Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and NCEA
  • Teaching faculty are credentialed; over 40% have advanced degrees
  • 35% of the professional staff coach, moderate or direct extracurricular programs
  • 14 AP and 17 Honors classes; 40% enrolled in AP or Honors classes
  • Class of 2006: 1 National Merit Finalist
  • MediaLink, an integrated digital multi-media system, is in classrooms; and all teachers use laptops
  • Our Guidance & Counseling Center is supported by 6 academic counselors, and 5 personal counselors; the center includes the College & Career Resource Counselor and center
  • Edline serves as a homework tool and communication device between teachers and parents. All teachers have published emails
  • Schoolwide, mandatory, random drug-testing program fosters a safe, drug-free environment
  • Students are required to wear uniforms supplied by Vicki Marsha Uniforms, Inc.
  • Closed campus; 24 hour security
  • 19 sports are offered; all field varsity and lower level teams
  • Since 1990: 35 CIF, 4 state, and 19 national championships
  • 100% of student body complete at least 80 hours of community service prior to graduation
  • Class of 2007 completed nearly 90,000+ volunteer hours at hundreds of organizations
  • Over 400 involved in liturgies and prayer services throughout the year
  • Over 400 participate annually in retreats
  • Over 600 participate annually in on-campus Special Games Outreach
  • Monarch Ministry, a service group, promotes faith-filled student leadership
  • Service Awards: Disneyland Community Service Award for Youth
  • Lions Share allows students to prepare over 400 meals weekly for the homeless

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