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Our new campus is located between sandy beaches and snow-capped mountains just a 30-minute drive from downtown Los Angeles. Our students use Southern California as their classroom, exploring its natural wonders, respected universities, arts and science museums, and a world-famous entertainment industry.
As part of a global network that has sponsored more international students than any other U.S. high school for over a decade, our unique diversity-students from 60+ nationalities-shapes every aspect of life and learning on campus.
Our highly personalized approach lets students shape their journey based on their unique interests and future goals. With support from a dedicated University and Academic Counselor from year one, 92% of our graduates are accepted into their first or second choice university.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Yearly Tuition: $71,700
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
EF Academy Pasadena ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
2022
Campus Size
16 acres
Student Body
Total Students
265 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
18 courses
List of Courses Offered
AP/Advanced Courses
Advanced Studies: AnatomyAdvanced Studies: Introduction to Philosophy
Advanced Studies: Linear AlgebraAdvanced Studies: Organic Chemistry
AP Art and DesignAP Biology
AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BC
AP ChemistryAP Comparative Government and Politics
AP Computer Science PrinciplesAP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and CompositionAP Environmental Science
AP Human GeographyAP Macroeconomics
AP MicroeconomicsAP Physics C
AP SpanishAP Statistics
French 3French 4
Innovation & Impact: Capstone or MentorshipInnovation & Impact: Global Entrepreneurs
Mandarin 3Mandarin 4
Spanish 3Spanish 4
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$71,700
Tuition Notes
Tuition listed is for 7-day boarding. 5-day boarding tuition is $68,700 and day tuition is $43,700.
Admissions Director
Bobbie Jo Dobbs
Admissions Associate
Donna Rosenberg
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
20 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art and DesignCampus and Community Service
CraftingDance
E-SportsEF VIBE – Visionaries in Business & Entrepreneurship
Girls Who CodeLanguage Exchange
Limitless (Math Club)Model United Nations
Music EnsembleOMID for Girls
Outdoor EducationOutdoor Sports
RoboticsSpeed and Agility Training
Student AmbassadorsStudent Media Services
Theater ProductionYearbook
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does EF Academy Pasadena cost?
EF Academy Pasadena's tuition is approximately $71,700 for private students.
What sports does EF Academy Pasadena offer?
EF Academy Pasadena offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is EF Academy Pasadena's ranking?
EF Academy Pasadena ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for EF Academy Pasadena?
The application deadline for EF Academy Pasadena is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to EF Academy Pasadena is Excelsior School (0.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Marks School - Altadena (0.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
41 W Santa Clara Street
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 623-6339
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 623-6339
0.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 81 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1610 E. Elizabeth Street
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 798-8858
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 798-8858
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 246 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Tabernacle Of David Christian Academy
(Christian)
1536 E Washington Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 765-5105
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 765-5105
0.3 miles
Gr: K-5 | 19 students
Levon & Hasmig Tavlian Armenian Preschool & Kdgn
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
1694 E Washington Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 398-8199
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 398-8199
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 35 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Firehouse Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
1923 Allen Ave
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 798-2865
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 798-2865
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 24 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
41 W Santa Clara Street
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 623-6339
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 623-6339
0.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 81 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2495 E Mountain St
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 794-0363
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 794-0363
1.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 140 students
The Marianne Frostig Center for Eductional Therapy ![The Marianne Frostig Center for Eductional Therapy Photo - Frostig School welcomes students in grades 1-12.]( "The Marianne Frostig Center for Eductional Therapy Photo - Frostig School welcomes students in grades 1-12.")
Special Education School
971 N. Altadena Drive
Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 791-1255
Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 791-1255
1.4 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 218 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Pasadena Waldorf High School
Special Program Emphasis
536 E Mendocino St
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 204-0786
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 204-0786
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 307 students Tuition listed
Villa Esperanza Services ![Villa Esperanza Services Photo - Samantha communication with Gwendolyn Meier, Villa's Speech Director.]( "Villa Esperanza Services Photo - Samantha communication with Gwendolyn Meier, Villa's Speech Director.")
Special Education School
2116 East Villa Street
Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 449-2919
Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 449-2919
1.5 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 64 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1610 E. Elizabeth Street
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 798-8858
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 798-8858
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 246 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Tabernacle Of David Christian Academy
(Christian)
1536 E Washington Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 765-5105
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 765-5105
0.3 miles
Gr: K-5 | 19 students
St. Elizabeth School
(Catholic)
1840 Lake Ave
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 797-7727
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 797-7727
0.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 197 students Sports: 7 Tuition listed
Oak Knoll Montessori School ![Oak Knoll Montessori School Photo - Adolescent students guide elementary students in preparing hot lunch.]( "Oak Knoll Montessori School Photo - Adolescent students guide elementary students in preparing hot lunch.")
Montessori School
1200 N Lake Ave
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 345-9929
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 345-9929
0.8 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 112 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
2046 Allen Avenue
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 657-2742
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 657-2742
0.8 miles
Gr: NS-6 | 169 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1610 E. Elizabeth Street
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 798-8858
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 798-8858
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 246 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Levon & Hasmig Tavlian Armenian Preschool & Kdgn
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
1694 E Washington Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 398-8199
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 398-8199
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 35 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Firehouse Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
1923 Allen Ave
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 798-2865
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 798-2865
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 24 students
Oak Knoll Montessori School ![Oak Knoll Montessori School Photo - Adolescent students guide elementary students in preparing hot lunch.]( "Oak Knoll Montessori School Photo - Adolescent students guide elementary students in preparing hot lunch.")
Montessori School
1200 N Lake Ave
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 345-9929
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 345-9929
0.8 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 112 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
Our School
Daycare / Preschool
1800 E Mountain St
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 798-0911
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 798-0911
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 73 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1065 East Washington Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 396-5720
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 396-5720
0.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 546 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Marshall Fundamental
(Math: 31% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
990 North Allen Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 396-5810
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 396-5810
0.8 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 1,689 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Webster Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2101 East Washington Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 396-5740
Pasadena, CA 91104
(626) 396-5740
0.9 miles
Gr: K-5 | 277 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Charles W. Eliot Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2184 North Lake Ave.
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 396-5680
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 396-5680
1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 407 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Altadena Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
743 East Calaveras St.
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 396-5650
Altadena, CA 91001
(626) 396-5650
1.2 miles
Gr: K-5 | 527 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
School Reviews
5 6/16/2020
Our West coast campus is located in beautiful Pasadena, 40 minutes North of LA, and just an hour away from Santa Monica Beach. Pasadena is a delightful city and a safe place for young students to move around in. The campus has all the facilities a young student would need; innovative classrooms, open spaces, modern labs, a new gym, as well as a pool (so the students really can enjoy the Californian weather). The campus is top modern, and I am excited to accept new students to this Campus.
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