Sage Hill School

20402 Newport Coast Drive Newport Coast, CA 92657
www.sagehillschool.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 743 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $58,100
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
Sage Hill School Photo #1 - Our diverse community celebrates individuality and supports students to become their best selves during grades 7-12.
Sage Hill School Photo #2 - The Sage Hill Aquatics Center
Sage Hill School Photo #3 - 30,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art Studio includes a digital art lab; ceramics and visual arts studios; dedicated instrumental, choral and dance rooms; and a Black Box theater.
Sage Hill School Photo #4 - 22 interscholastic sports totaling 42 teams at all levels of competition. Athletic facilities include Mondo turf football, soccer and lacrosse field, track, gymnasium, baseball field, tennis courts and aquatics complex.
Sage Hill School Photo #5 - Sage Hill School offers a dynamic, college-preparatory curriculum for grades 7-12 designed to inspire independent, creative and critical thinking.
Sage Hill School Photo #6 - Starting in the ninth grade, Sage Hill's student-centered college counseling process is focused on helping each student find the best college fit based on their academic profile, aspirations, talents and interests.
Sage Hill School Photo #7 - Sage Hill is committed to giving students the support they need to succeed in middle school, high school, college and beyond.
Sage Hill School Photo #8 - Average class size of 14 ensures all students get personalized attention. Sage Hill offers more than 45 AP, Honors and post-AP courses.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 743 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $58,100
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

Sage Hill School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
2000
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 4, 2027
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2026
Campus Size
28 acres

Student Body

Total Students
743 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
65%
Average Class Size
14 students
Number of AP Courses
45 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Accelerated Alegbra IIAccelerated Biology
Accelerated ChemistryAccelerated Chinese IV: Contemporary Society
Accelerated English IIIAccelerated French IV: Literature and Film
Accelerated Latin IV: CatullusAccelerated Precalculus
Accelerated Spanish IIIAdvanced Topics in Mathematics
Advanced Topics in SpanishAP American Government
AP Art HistoryAP Biology
AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BC
AP ChemistryAP Computer Science
AP EconomicsAP English Literature and Composition
AP Environmental ScienceAP Music Theory
AP Physics 1AP Physics 2
AP Physics C: Electricity and MagnetismAP Psychology
AP Spanish Language and CultureAP Statistics
AP Studio ArtAP United States History
AP World HistoryCalculus C
Multivariable Calculus
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 31 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Estimated additional $1,600 - $3,000 for books, supplies and activities.
% on Financial Aid
20%
Admissions Director
Peter Jordan
Admissions Associate
Leyla Hanjan
Application URL

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academic DecathalonDebate
Distributed Education Clubs of America (DECA)Junior Classical League (JCL)
Mock TrialModel United Nations
PublicationsSage Hill Robotics
Science Olympiad


Arts and Music Programs:
Dance Team

School Notes

  • We inspire our students a love of knowledge and the ability to use that knowledge creatively, compassionately and courageously throughout their lives.
  • School Motto: Your Journey. Your School.
  • School Mascot: Lightning

Sage Hill School`s commitment to academic excellence, outstanding college preparation, and a personal focus provides a transformative experience for our students. We inspire a love of learning in our students and the ability to use that knowledge creatively, compassionately, and courageously throughout their lives.

Situated on a beautiful 28+-acre, ocean-view campus in Newport Coast, California, Sage Hill School is Orange County`s premier non-profit, non-sectarian, independent college preparatory 7-12 school. Our small classes, strong academic program, and extensive educational opportunities beyond the traditional classroom engage our students` passions and teach them to be lifelong learners and innovative leaders.

  • Our broad curriculum also includes more than 45 Honors/AP courses in every discipline, advanced elective offerings and opportunities for independent research.
  • Our average class size of 14 facilitates close relationships between students and our world-class faculty.
  • Our 34:1 student-to-college-counselor ratio ensures that each student receives highly personalized guidance to find the best college fit.
  • The 13,000 square foot Lisa Argyros and Family Science Center is designed to promote innovative teaching and learning in science.
  • Our upper school athletics program offers 22 interscholastic sports totaling 42 teams for students at all levels of competition. Facilities include Mondo turf field, baseball diamond, gymnasium, tennis courts and aquatics center.
  • Our state-of-the-art Studio at Sage Hill allows students to hone their crafts within seven different arts disciplines and offers exceptional space for student and professional performances.
  • Our nationally recognized Service Learning program is fully integrated within our curriculum and allows students to leverage their classroom experience to benefit the community beyond Sage Hill.
  • Our unique, year-end Spring at Sage program allows students to pursue their passions in intensive seminars or through domestic and global travel.
  • School accreditations: CAIS, NAIS, WASC, CASE.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Sage Hill School cost?
Sage Hill School's tuition is approximately $58,100 for private students.
Does Sage Hill School offer a summer program?
Yes, Sage Hill School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Sage Hill School offer?
Sage Hill School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Water Polo. Sage Hill School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is Sage Hill School's ranking?
Sage Hill School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Sage Hill School?
The application deadline for Sage Hill School is Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (3 reviews)
5  
I am a freshman, and I love this school. Quality.
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5  
I like how Sage Hill is always recommending me to try new things and achieve more and my teachers encourage me to get out of my comfort zone and try harder things. I am always amaze of the results. At Sage Hill I feel safe and I really appreciate that. The cafeteria food is very yummy, the new chef brought great additions to the menu. I really like my reachers. I like their teaching styles and since the class sizes are small they can really focus on helping me and bonding with the students.
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5  
I am currently a junior at Sage Hill School and every morning when I wake up, I feel so happy that I can go to such a great school. Sage Hill really provides me with a wonderful education and has been vital in helping me prepare for my future. Particularly, the environment of the school with its small class size, leading to a much greater opportunity for positive student-teacher relationships, and just the overall kindness and respect students receive are just some of the several factors that make it such a wonderful school.
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The average private school tuition in Orange County, CA is $12,779 for elementary schools and $17,248 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Orange County, CA is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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