Providence High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 525 students
Yearly Tuition: $29,250
Acceptance rate: 75%
Average class size: 19 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 12
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School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Providence High School
9	152
10	122
11	126
12	125

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Year Founded

1955

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

525 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

45%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

45 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

19 students

Average SAT score

1260

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

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Number of AP Courses

20 courses

List of Courses Offered

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Advanced Courses

AP Art & Design: 2-DAP Art & Design: 3-D

AP Art and Design: DrawingAP Art History

AP BiologyAP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry

AP Computer Science AAP Computer Science Principles

AP English Language & CompositionAP English Literature & Composition

AP Environmental ScienceAP Macroeconomics

AP Physics 1: Algebra-BasedAP Psychology

AP Spanish Language & CultureAP U.S. Government & Politics

AP U.S. HistoryAP World History

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC)
California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS-CA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 12

Yearly Tuition Cost

$29,250

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Tuition Notes

Supplemental fees for specific Program Enrollment, Graduation, AP Testing, and Athletic programs

Summer Program Cost Notes

Summer program costs vary per class and activity.

% on Financial Aid

44%

Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Scott Turner

Admissions Associate

Greg Castro

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

18 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

DanceDiving

Drill TeamEquestrian

FencingFigure Skating

Flag FootballGolf

SoccerSoftball

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

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Colors

White, Teal, Forest Green

School Mascot

Pioneer

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

20 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Academic DecathlonAmnesty International

Asian American and Pacific Islander Club (AAPI)Association of Latin American Students (ALAS)

Black Student UnionBlackout Brigade (Stage Crew)

Campus MinistryDungeons & Dragons

Empowering Leadership in Latina Athletes (ELLA)Hummus for Humanity (MENA)

KehillahMakerClub

Mock TrialModel UN

Prism (GSA)Providence HYE

Red Whistle ClubRobotics Club

Students Run Los Angeles (SRLA)Well Aware

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School Notes

Providence High School is a diverse, mission-inspired community dedicated to preparing young people to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
As an independent Catholic school in Burbank, California, we promote the common good and foster a culture of impact to fulfill our mission to be "steadfast in serving all, especially those who are poor and vulnerable." Founded by the Sisters of Providence in 1955, Providence High School is the only school in the country part of a multi-state health care system.
We are governed by an independent Board of Regents and accredited by the California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS), the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), and the Western Catholic Education Association (WCEA).
Other memberships and affiliations include the National Association of Independent Schools, Independent School Management, SoCal People of Color in Independent Schools, California Teacher Development Collaborative, and Making Caring Common of the Harvard Graduate School of Education.

Through an intellectually challenging course of study and a wide-ranging and exciting co-curricular program, you can graduate and confidently head to college, prepared for advanced studies, work, and life.
At Providence, you will experience a bold academic vision that is bothjoyfuland intellectuallychallenging. Our leadership, faculty, and staff actively support the social-emotional wellbeing of our students as each of you take advantage of our full range of AP and honors courses and enriching electives.
At Providence, we know thattradition(our mission, vision, and values, and the rituals and practices that support them) is a core part of who we are and ensures the Providence Spirit that energizes the school is preserved, and we avoid conflating tradition with past practice (a.k.a. "the way we've always done things") so that tradition can be a vital source of freedom, creativity, andinnovation.
At Providence, you will joina strong and caringcommunityrooted in the shared values given to us by the Sisters of Providence (compassion, dignity, justice, excellence, and integrity), and you will be an active part of anenvironment that encourages you to discover, develop, and express your whole and utterly uniqueidentity.
At Providence, you canground yourself and uplift othersby going beyond service to impact.
At Providence, you can express yourfaiththrough virtue, worship, and an active commitment to justice, and we know that a mature faith seeks understanding so you are also encouraged to cultivate a livelycuriosity.
At Providence, you will find yourpurposethrough friendships, values, commitments, and communities you can rely upon when life inevitably gets tough, and we believe that those same things should also serve as a source of personal freedom and autonomy that gives you the confidence to reach yourpotentialby taking risks, thinking boldly, and responding to the needs of your communities. In short, we give you both roots and wings.
Discover more about why our graduates are so confident and prepared by exploring our website, giving us a call, scheduling a visit, or attending a game or performance. We look forward to getting to know you and how you will enrich our community as a Pioneer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Providence High School cost?

Providence High School's tuition is approximately $29,250 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Providence High School?

The acceptance rate of Providence High School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 80%.

Does Providence High School offer a summer program?

Yes, Providence High School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Providence High School offer?

Providence High School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Drill Team, Equestrian, Fencing, Figure Skating, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Providence High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.

What is Providence High School's ranking?

Providence High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Providence High School?

The application deadline for Providence High School is Jan. 12.

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The average private school tuition in Los Angeles County, CA is $18,294 for elementary schools and $23,987 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles County, CA is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).