Mater Dei High School
School Notes Overview:
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....
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Mater Dei High School |
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| School Membership(s) |
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) Western States Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) |
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| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic | ||
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 | ||
| Year Founded | 1950 | ||
| County | Orange County, CA | ||
| Student Body | |||
| Total Students | 2278 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 - 602 students | |||
| Grade 10 - 595 students | |||
| Grade 11 - 545 students | |||
| Grade 12 - 536 students | |||
| Academics and Faculty | |||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 155 teachers | ||
| % Faculty with Advance Degree | 45% | ||
| Average Class Size | 27 | ||
| Number of AP Courses | 14 | ||
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | ||
Advanced Courses |
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| AP US History | AP US Gov't and Politics | ||
| AP Spanish Lang & Literature | AP Physics B | ||
| AP Latin Literature | AP French Lang | ||
| AP European History | AP English Lit & Comp | ||
| AP Computer Science | AP Calculus AB | ||
| AP Biology | AP Art: Drawing | ||
| AP Art History | AP Art 2D & 3D Design | ||
| Classroom dress code | Casual (Uniforms Required) |
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This School |
(CA) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:14 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 | |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 180 days | 180 days | |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 6 hours | |
| Finances and Admission | |||
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 22 / rolling | ||
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $10,950 | ||
| % on Financial Aid | 30% | ||
| Acceptance Rate | 85% | ||
| Head of School | Mr. Patrick Murphy / President | ||
| Admissions Director | Mr. Greg Dhuyvetter | ||
| Admissions Associate | Mrs. Lisa Rosales | ||
| Sport | |||
| Total Sports Offered | 19 | ||
Sports |
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| Baseball | Basketball | ||
| Cheering | Cross Country | ||
| Dance | Drill Team | ||
| Football | Golf | ||
| Gymnastics | Ice Hockey | ||
| Soccer | Softball | ||
| Surf Team | Swimming | ||
| Tennis | Track and Field | ||
| Volley Ball | Water Polo | ||
| Wrestling | |||
| Extracurricular | |||
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 48 | ||
Extracurriculars |
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| 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
- Profile last updated: 07/14/2009
In the News:
- Ocean View cruises to CIF title (Huntington Beach Independent)
posted on November 13, 2009 at 08:25:32 am
SANTA ANA — Avery Johnson got the steal near midcourt, took off and slammed the ball at the buzzer. - M. Basketball. Cal Signs Four Recruits to Letters of Intent (CalBears.com)
posted on November 12, 2009 at 03:05:54 am
Three players ranked in Rivals' Top 150 and a long-distance shooter from Chicago highlight the 2010 California men's basketball recruiting class, Golden Bear head coach Mike Montgomery announced Wednesday. The class ranks No. 17 by Scout.com - ASU signs elite prospect King (East Valley Tribune)
posted on November 11, 2009 at 09:40:59 pm
Arizona State basketball coach Herb Sendek secured a key piece of the Sun Devils' future Wednesday when 6-foot-5 guard Keala King signed his letter of commitment. - Stanford loses standout freshman for season to ACL injury (Arizona Daily Star)
posted on October 20, 2009 at 07:11:38 am
STANFORD, Calif. — Stanford freshman Andy Brown will miss the basketball season with a left knee injury. - Ucla - Team Notes (USA Today)
posted on October 16, 2009 at 03:20:44 pm
Darren Collison was 86-18 as a starting point guard during his UCLA career.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (92707) | School Zip (92707) |
(CA) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 62,627 people | 33,864,644 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 13% | 32% |
| Population Average Age | 26 years old | 33 years old |
| Average Household size | 4.7 persons | 2.8 persons |
| Median Household Income | $49,080 | $51,306 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 3.8 rooms | 4.8 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 43 years old | 41 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (92707) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 56% / 44% | 55% / 45% |
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