Bishop Montgomery High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Bishop Montgomery High School in Torrance, CA, serves 1,105 co–educational students in grades 9 through 12 within a midsize city community.
Founded in 1957, this Catholic high school has a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 supported by 76 teachers.
The school charges an annual tuition of $13,300 and requires a formal dress code.
Bishop Montgomery offers 19 Advanced Placement (AP) courses to its students.
It ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for having one of the largest student bodies.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,105 students
Yearly Tuition: $13,300
Average class size: 24 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Bishop Montgomery High School
9	258
10	289
11	275
12	283

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Grade 10 has most students with 289, slightly more than Grade 12's 283 and Grade 11's 275.

Year Founded

1957

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Campus Size

24 acres

School Motto

Seek Justice, Speak Truth, Serve With Honor

Student Body

Total Students

1,105 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

61%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

76 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

24 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Number of AP Courses

19 courses

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$13,300

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College Acceptance Rate

99%

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Sports

Colors

Black, Gold

School Mascot

Knights

School Notes

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Carmelita Jeter - Olympic Gold Medal Sprinter?
- Denise Austin - Member of the Presidential Council on Physical Fitness and Sports under President Bush and President Obama?
- Dr. Vincent Price - President of Duke University (#10)?
- Dr. Patrick Concannon - Director of the University of Florida’s Gene Research Institute?
- Sal Torres - Serves as mayor of Daly City and has been elected to city council 5 times ?

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Bishop Montgomery High School cost?

Bishop Montgomery High School's tuition is approximately $13,300 for private students.

Who are famous alumni from Bishop Montgomery High School?

Bishop Montgomery High School famous alumni include: Carmelita Jeter, Denise Austin, Dr. Vincent Price, Dr. Patrick Concannon and Sal Torres.

What is Bishop Montgomery High School's ranking?

Bishop Montgomery High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Bishop Montgomery High School?

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

In what neighborhood is Bishop Montgomery High School located?

Bishop Montgomery High School is located in the Southwood neighborhood of Torrance, CA.

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The average private school tuition in Los Angeles County, CA is $17,619 for elementary schools and $23,837 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles County, CA is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).