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Garces Memorial High School

2800 Loma Linda Dr
Bakersfield, CA 93305

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Garces Memorial is an academically challenging, college preparatory, co-educational Catholic high school, founded in 1947 by the Christian Brothers and Dominican Sisters of St. Thomas Aquinas.

Today it is operated by the Diocese of Fresno and staffed by a lay faculty and administration who are inspired by their Catholic faith to minister to the needs of the student body.

Garces Memorial alumni have attended the most prestigious colleges and universities.

They are successful and valuable members of their communities spanning across the United States and abroad as leaders in their faith, in their chosen professions, and in their commitment to serve others.

Quick Stats (2023)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 479 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,895
Application Deadline: Jan. 7 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

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

Year Founded

1947

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

479 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

33%

State avg.: 49%

Students by Grade

Garces Memorial High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

36 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

51%

Number of AP Courses

16 courses

Average SAT score

1170

Average ACT score

Classroom Dress Code

Formal
Polos, khaki pants/shorts or skirt.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 7 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,895

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Tuition Notes

$7,895 Catholic Tuition $8,195 Non-Catholic Tuition

Admissions Director

Gordon Westhoff

Admissions Associate

Katie Faulkner

Sports

Total Sports Offered

16 sports

Sports

Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

9 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

and many more organizations., ASB, Campus Ministry, Christian Life Community, InterAct, Key Club, S.O.S. Club, Student Government, Theatre

School Notes

Extracurricular Activities: On an annual basis, 85% of the Garces student body participate in some type of extracurricular activity. Garces Memorial offers a variety of opportunities for involvement including student government, theatre, service clubs and campus ministry.
Athletics: In the history of the CIF central section, the athletic program at Garces Memorial ranks 4th all time with 111 section team championships. Garces competes in the Southeast Yosemite League at Division I & II for playoffs in all sports except our recent athletic addition of water polo which competes at Division III.
Community Service Requirement: All Garces students are expected to give back to the community in the form of service to others. In addition to the subject area requirements, students in the class of 2013 must complete sixty (60) hours of community service in order to graduate and participate in any commencment activities

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Garces Memorial High School cost?

Garces Memorial High School's tuition is approximately $7,895 for private students.

What schools are Garces Memorial High School often compared to?

Garces Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bakersfield Christian High School by visitors of our site.

What sports does Garces Memorial High School offer?

Garces Memorial High School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Water Polo. Garces Memorial High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.

What is Garces Memorial High School's ranking?

Garces Memorial High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Garces Memorial High School?

The application deadline for Garces Memorial High School is Jan. 7 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 7 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Stats (2023)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 479 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,895
Application Deadline: Jan. 7 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in California is $14,991 for elementary schools and $20,744 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in California is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).