Mayfield Junior School vs. Polytechnic School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Mayfield Junior School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
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Polytechnic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
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Overview
Mayfield Junior School, a Catholic independent school founded in 1931 implements the Holy Child philosophy of teaching to the Whole Child.
Students are engaged and inspired and participate in the life of the school through academics, athletics, service learning and the arts.
Mayfield is committed to the educational and religious development of each child, and to maintaining a foundation built on instilling character and a sense of community and family spirit.
Through project-based and deeper learning, students learn the value of critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication.
Creative programs and performances stimulate inquisitive minds and develop lifelong learning skills.
The fundamental belief that childhood, going to school and growing up should be a joyful experience is central to a Mayfield education.
Founded in 1907, Polytechnic School is an independent, coeducational day school for students in kindergarten through grade 12.
With high academic standards as its cornerstone, the school has developed a broad curriculum with outstanding programs in the performing and visual arts, athletics, and community service.
Polytechnic School is a unique blend of tradition and innovation, making it an exceptional place for children to learn and to grow.
The school is organized into three divisions — lower school from kindergarten through fifth grade, middle school from sixth through eighth grade, and upper school from ninth through twelfth grade.
Grades Offered
K-8
K-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
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No
Year Founded
1931
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Students Body
Total Students
524 students
862 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
37%
45%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Kindergarten Students
59
46
Grade 1 Students
56
44
Grade 2 Students
54
45
Grade 3 Students
56
41
Grade 4 Students
56
46
Grade 5 Students
60
45
Grade 6 Students
64
68
Grade 7 Students
59
75
Grade 8 Students
60
74
Grade 9 Students
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96
Grade 10 Students
-
93
Grade 11 Students
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93
Grade 12 Students
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96
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
131 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
60%
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Average Class Size
18
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Teacher : Student Ratio
1:11
1:7
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Uniform)
(Uniform)
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Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Jan. 15
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$23,403
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Tuition Notes
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Tuition rates vary by division. For the 2008-2009 school year, tuition rates are as follows:Grades K-5: $18,675
Grades 6-8: $21,950
Grades 9-12: $25,225
% on Financial Aid
20%
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Admissions Director
Lauren Marlis
Sally Jeanne McKenna
Admissions Associate
Chanel Mucci
Barbra Pakler
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13
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Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball
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Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
5
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Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
All students participate in performances each year., Chess, Choir, Instrumental, Makers Lab
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