11052 Independence Ave. , Chatsworth, CA, 91311
Tel:
(818)882-8121
Grades: PK - 12 | 957 students
Sierra Canyon is an academically excellent college preparatory school committed to an environment in which students realize their greatest intellectual, ethical, and physical promise. We are defined by an energized, attentive, and diverse student-teacher ratio.
School Overview: |
Sierra Canyon School
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| School Membership(s) | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Western States Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) |
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| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 12 | |
| Year Founded | 1978 | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 957 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
| % Students of Color | 40% (CA School Avg.: 40%) | |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Average Class Size | 16 students | |
| Number of AP Courses | 25 courses | |
Advanced Courses
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| Art | Biology | |
| Calculus | Chemistry | |
| English | Environmental Science | |
| French Language | French Literature | |
| Government | History | |
| Latin Language | Latin Vergil | |
| Physics | Spanish Language | |
| Spanish Literature | ||
| Classroom dress code | Casual | |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling | |
| Tuition Notes | Early Kindergarten? $13,740 Kindergarten - 6th $ 21,750 7th - 8th $ 22,850 9th-12th $ 28,600 | |
| Acceptance Rate | 25% | |
| Admissions Director | Kendall Pillsbury (EK-6) and Vince Valenzuela (7-12) | |
| Admissions Associate | Erin Anderson | |
| Sports | ||
| Total Sports Offered | 17 sports | |
Sports
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| Baseball | Basketball | |
| Cheering | Cross Country | |
| Dance | Equestrian | |
| Flag Football | Football | |
| Golf | Lacrosse | |
| Soccer | Softball | |
| Swimming | Tennis | |
| Track and Field | Volleyball | |
| Wrestling | ||
| Extracurriculars | ||
| Total Extracurriculars | 10 extracurriculars | |
Extracurriculars
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| Cooking Club | Film Club | |
| Mock Trial | Ski and Snowboard Club | |
| Student Activities Association | Student Ambassadors | |
| Student Government | Student Newspaper | |
| The Geek Squad | Yearbook | |
School Notes:
- At its core, Sierra Canyon School develops students who are keen to realize their potential as their teachers are to inspire it. The School therefore seeks to do the following:
- Build close, meaningful student-teacher relationships
- Develop a strong sense of community
- Encourage personal excellence inside and outside the classroom
- Provide opportunities for challenge, reflection, perspective and personal growth
- Celebrate and inspire lifelong learning
Profile last updated: 09/04/2012
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School Reviews:
April 04,2013 - My husband and I toured 5 different schools in the Valley and found the admission process and school so welcoming and friendly at Sierra Canyon. We were accepted into 3 schools and have chosen Sierra Canyon to be our kids home. The sense of community and idea of an individualized instruction were key reasons that we chose SC. It is worth the 25 minute drive from Calabasas for us!*-Posted by Parent *
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