Polytechnic School
School Notes Overview:
Founded in 1907, Polytechnic School is an independent, coeducational day school for students in kindergarten through grade 12. With high academic standards as its cornerstone, the school has developed a broad curriculum with outstanding programs in the performing and visual arts, athletics, and community service. Polytechnic School is a unique blend of tradition and innovation, making it an exceptional place for children to learn and to grow. The school is organized into three divisions — lower school from kindergarten through fifth grade, middle school from sixth through eighth grade, and upper school from ninth through twelfth grade. ...
School Overview:
Polytechnic School |
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| School Membership(s) | National Association of Independent Schools | |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten - 12 | |
| County | Los Angeles County, CA | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 840 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(CA) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 29% | 37% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Kind - 44 students | ||
| Grade 1 - 44 students | ||
| Grade 2 - 45 students | ||
| Grade 3 - 44 students | ||
| Grade 4 - 45 students | ||
| Grade 5 - 45 students | ||
| Grade 6 - 68 students | ||
| Grade 7 - 74 students | ||
| Grade 8 - 74 students | ||
| Grade 9 - 97 students | ||
| Grade 10 - 88 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 89 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 83 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 86 teachers | |
This School |
(CA) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:9 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 175 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 6 hours |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition rates vary by division. For the 2008-2009 school year, tuition rates are as follows: Grades K-5: $18,675 Grades 6-8: $21,950 Grades 9-12: $25,225 | |
| Head of School | Deborah Reed | |
| Admissions Director | Sally Jeanne McKenna | |
| Admissions Associate | Kelly Sulick | |
School Notes:
- Founded in 1907, Polytechnic School is an independent, coeducational day school for students in kindergarten through grade 12. With high academic standards as its cornerstone, the school has developed a broad curriculum with outstanding programs in the performing and visual arts, athletics, and community service. Polytechnic School is a unique blend of tradition and innovation, making it an exceptional place for children to learn and to grow. The school is organized into three divisions — lower school from kindergarten through fifth grade, middle school from sixth through eighth grade, and upper school from ninth through twelfth grade.
- Profile last updated: 05/06/2008
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PASADENA -- "Dr. Drew", the famed radio and T.V. host, is being haled a hero after he came to the rescue of a student seriously injured during a high school football game Friday night.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (91106) | School Zip (91106) |
(CA) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 23,725 people | 33,864,644 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 59% | 32% |
| Population Average Age | 33 years old | 33 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.2 persons | 2.8 persons |
| Median Household Income | $46,617 | $51,306 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 3.8 rooms | 4.8 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 49 years old | 41 years old |
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| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (91106) 
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| % Owning / % Renting | 36% / 64% | 55% / 45% |
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