Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Yearly Tuition: $31,220
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 11 / rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Presentation High School
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Yearly Tuition: $31,220
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 11 / rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Presentation High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extra-curric.
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1962
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
Student Body
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
22 students
Average SAT score
1345
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
30
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Number of AP Courses
36 courses
List of Courses Offered
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
Dec. 11 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$31,220
% on Financial Aid
30%
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Kelsey Connolly
Admissions Associate
Ericka Najar
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
16 sports
Colors
White, Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Panther
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
46 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Big/Little Sister ProgramPanther Pride
Robotics TeamSpeech and Debate
Club or Organization:
Anime and Manga ClubASB/ Student Council
Asian Pacific Islander Student UnionASL Club
Black Student UnionBook Club
Bring Change 2 MindBusiness Leaders and Entrepreneurs
California Scholarship FederationChess Club
Desi Student AssociationEthnic Studies Academy
Faith and JusticeFuture of Film Club
Gaming CornerInternational Thespian Society (ITS)
LatinXLeadership Academy
LGBTQ+Math and Science Academy
Math ContestsMu Alpha Theta
Music Students AssociationNational Art Honor Society (NAHS)
National Honor SocietyNirvana (Yoga Club)
Panthers Design CoPanthers Exploring Medicine
Presentation Ambassadors Club (PAC)Presentation Animal Wellness Squad (PAWS)
Red Cross ClubStudent Environmental Action Society (SEAS)
Students for Political Action (SPA)Styled at Pres Fashion Club
Women in Computer Science (WICS)/Girls Who CodeWomen in Stem Careers (WISC)
Arts and Music Programs:
ChoirDance Team/Dance Company
Improv TeamMusic Ministry/Liturgical Band
Theatre
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Athletics
School Notes
- Presentation High School is an inclusive Catholic, college preparatory school community serving young women.
- Our transformative education, rooted in faith, justice, compassion, and love, inspires students to bring positive change to the world. While at Presentation, your student will strive while feeling centered because we anticipate and respond to our student's needs for balanced academic and personal growth within a culture of service.
- Academically engaged, your student will launch from where they comfortably start to where they can go.
- Personally they will learn to navigate their dynamic high school years while prioritizing wellness.
- Culturally, we prepare girls for the world they are entering and will shape.
- There are few opportunities in life when we can gift our children the time and space for what they need most and the tools to continue to thrive in college and life.
- At Presentation High School, you'll find a dynamic, inclusive community where young women are empowered to thrive. Rooted in Catholic values and a mission of love, justice, and compassion, Pres offers a transformative high school experience-one that nurtures academic excellence, leadership through service, and bold self-expression.
- With robust programs in STEM, the arts, athletics, and more than 40 clubs and affinity groups, students discover their passions and grow into confident changemakers. Our all-girls environment is intentionally small, so every student is known, supported, and celebrated. At Pres, sisterhood is lifelong-and every girl is inspired to bring positive change to the world.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Presentation High School cost?
Presentation High School's tuition is approximately $31,220 for private students.
What schools are Presentation High School often compared to?
Presentation High School is often viewed alongside schools like Notre Dame High School by visitors of our site.
Does Presentation High School offer a summer program?
Yes, Presentation High School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Presentation High School offer?
Presentation High School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo and Wrestling. Presentation High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is Presentation High School's ranking?
Presentation High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Presentation High School?
The application deadline for Presentation High School is Dec. 11 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 11 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Presentation High School located?
Presentation High School is located in the Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 6 other private schools located in Willow Glen.
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School Reviews
5 5/24/2024
Making tremendous strides to constantly improve the classrooms and student experience. Academics and mental health are both high priorities, and the teachers truly care about their students and their success! While sports are not the main drive of the school, you can find a lot of offerings and actually play rather than be benched like other schools. The small size and multitude of clubs, affinity groups, interest groups, and other offerings ensure each student can find their place, be involved, and get a great education!
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