Bishop Amat Memorial High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,015 students
Yearly Tuition: $11,165
Acceptance rate: 87%
Average class size: 25 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Bishop Amat Memorial High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Bishop Amat Memorial High School
9	280
10	247
11	239
12	249

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1957

Colors

Royal Blue, Gold

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Fri. Jun 4, 2027

Student Body

Total Students

1,015 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

96%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

80 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

25 students

Number of AP Courses

19 courses

List of Courses Offered

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Advanced Courses

AP Art HistoryAP Biology

AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BC

AP ChemistryAP Computer Science Principles

AP English LanguageAP English Literature

AP European HistoryAP Human Geography

AP MacroeconomicsAP Physics 1

AP Pre CalculusAP Psychology

AP Spanish LanguageAP Statistics

AP Studio ArtAP U.S. Government & Politics

AP U.S. History

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$11,165

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% on Financial Aid

62%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$3,000

Acceptance Rate

87%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

96%

Admissions Director

Flor Romero

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

18 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

DanceDrill Team

Flag FootballFootball

GolfIce Hockey

SoccerSoftball

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

WeightliftingWrestling

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

11 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Campus MinistryCampus Ministry Team

Robotics ClubYearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

Art ClassesBand ensembles

Band ProgramChoral Program

Theater ArtsTheater Production

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Athletic Training

School Notes

Bishop Amat Memorial High School is a four-year co-ed Archdiocesan Catholic high school located in La Puente, California.
Bishop Amat Memorial High School provides an excellent education to a diverse student body in the Catholic faith tradition.
The comprehensive instructional program empowers students to meet future educational and life challenges.
The Bishop Amat community promotes education in Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge byteaching students to embrace the Gospel values.

School Motto: Goodness, Discipline, Knowledge
School Mascot: Lancer

Bishop Amat Memorial High School is a four-year co-educational Archdiocesan Catholic high school. The mission of the school is to form a faith-filled community and to provide a quality education that addresses the needs of a culturally and academically diverse student body. The comprehensive instructional program flows from a college preparatory curriculum that empowers students to recognize their potential and to meet educational and life challenges in the future. The school, working in partnership with parents and the community, promotes education in Goodness, Discipline and Knowledge by preparing students to embrace Gospel values, to respect themselves and others, to become life-long learners, and to contribute positively to the community.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Eric Bieniemy, '87 - NFL player and coach
- Pat Haden, '71 - USC and NFL quarterback, sportscaster, USC Athletic Director
- John Sciarra, '72 - NFL player, All-American quarterback at UCLA, played in 1976 Rose Bowl in which UCLA upset favored Ohio State, inducted into College Football Hall of Fame 2014
- Carlos Pascual, '76 - U.S. Ambassador to Mexico, Special Envoy and Coordinator for International Energy Affairs
- France Córdova, '65 - president, Purdue University

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bishop Amat Memorial High School cost?

Bishop Amat Memorial High School's tuition is approximately $11,165 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Bishop Amat Memorial High School?

The acceptance rate of Bishop Amat Memorial High School is 87%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.

Who are famous alumni from Bishop Amat Memorial High School?

Bishop Amat Memorial High School famous alumni include: Eric Bieniemy, '87, Pat Haden, '71, John Sciarra, '72, Carlos Pascual, '76 and France Córdova, '65.

Does Bishop Amat Memorial High School offer a summer program?

Yes, Bishop Amat Memorial High School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Bishop Amat Memorial High School offer?

Bishop Amat Memorial High School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Drill Team, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Bishop Amat Memorial High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.

What is Bishop Amat Memorial High School's ranking?

Bishop Amat Memorial High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Bishop Amat Memorial High School?

The application deadline for Bishop Amat Memorial High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Bishop Amat Memorial High School located?

Bishop Amat Memorial High School is located in the Bassett neighborhood of La Puente, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Bassett.

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The average private school tuition in Los Angeles County, CA is $18,263 for elementary schools and $23,972 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles County, CA is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).