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Compass High School

1500 Ralston Avenue
Belmont, CA 94002

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Tel: (650) 437-2100

www.compasshigh.org

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 37 students
Yearly Tuition: $49,400
Average class size: 6 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type

Special Education School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, Executive Functioning Disorder, ADHD, Anxiety, Other Learning Differences

Year Founded

2012

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

37 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

29%

State avg.: 51%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

8 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

6 students

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Feb. 1 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$49,400

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% on Financial Aid

20%

Admissions Director

Aimee Callahan

Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BadmintonBasketball

BowlingCross Country

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Arts and Crafts ClubBroadcasting Club

Comic Book ClubDrama Club

Dungeons and Dragons ClubPhotography Club

Student Council

School Notes

Compass High School is dedicated to working with children with learning differences; providing a challenging yet supportive academic program that prepares talented teens for college while addressing underlying learning challenges in academic achievement, executive function, and social development.
Compass High School provides a specialized and supportive education for complex learners.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Compass High School cost?

Compass High School's tuition is approximately $49,400 for private students.

What sports does Compass High School offer?

Compass High School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Basketball, Bowling and Cross Country.

When is the application deadline for Compass High School?

The application deadline for Compass High School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 37 students
Yearly Tuition: $49,400
Average class size: 6 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

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