Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School
Tel:
(562)869-9969
- Our Lady of Perpetual Help School has been educating children for over 60 years.
- As a Catholic school we pride ourselves in weekly mass attendance, a strong commitment to Christian service and daily religion classes.
- Student have the opportunity to participate in CYO Sports and a variety of clubs.
- Our Middle School is Departmentalized giving the students the valuable experience of moving from class to class and enjoying varied teaching styles.
- 100% of OLPH Students who apply to catholic high schools are accepted.
- The feedback we receive from the high schools is that OLPH Students are fully prepared for high and school and positioned to excel.
- Currently, OLPH Graduates are attending USC, University of California at San Diego, Chapman College, Yale University, Boston College, Georgetown University and more.
- Because of the family-like atmosphere at OLPH School our Alumni come back to visit frequently.
Quick Stats (2018-19)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 328 students
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 34 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School places among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
- Category Attribute
- Advanced Degrees Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
- Student Body Largest student body
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) National Catholic Education Association Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| Year Founded | 1948 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 328 students |
| Student Body Type | n/a |
| % Students of Color | 40% State avg.: 44% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 17 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 19:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 98% |
| Average Class Size | 34 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (White polo & Plaid skirt for girls, light blue polo and navy pants for boys) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition varies depending on Parish membership. Please contact school for details. |
| Acceptance Rate | 90% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Susan Espitia |
| Admissions Associate | Lidia Hernandez |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 7 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Soccer, Track and Field, VolleyballBasketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 13 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Academic Deacthlon, California Junior Scholarship Federation, Drama Club, Student Ambassadors, Yearbook Club Club or Organization: Christian Service Club, Creative Writing Club, Student Council, Youthact & Interact Club Arts and Music Programs: Art Club, Choir, Drum Club Recreational Athletic Programs: Health & Fitness Clu |
School Notes
- Since 1948 the continuing mission of Our Lady of Perpetual Help is to foster Catholic values while meeting the spiritual, academic, social and physical needs of each student. As a Parish Ministry, Our Lady of Perpetual Help assist the parents in raising responsible, educated students able to live out the values and teachings of Christ as they meet the challenges of the future.
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