St. Bernard High School

9100 Falmouth Avenue Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
www.stbernardhs.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 165 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $14,000
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 165 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $14,000
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Bernard High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

Category
Attribute

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1957
Colors
White, Blue, Gold
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
165 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Advanced Courses
AP BiologyAP Calculus
AP ChemistryAP English Language
AP English LiteratureAP Environmental Science
AP European HistoryAP Spanish Language
AP Studio Art: DrawingAP US Government
AP US History

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Christina McCole
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School Notes

  • St. Bernard High School endeavors to help the individual develop spiritually, morally, intellectually, culturally, socially and physically.
  • It is a community of students, teachers and parents seeking to incorporate into their lives the truths of Jesus Christ and to expand the Kingdom of God.
  • The school's communal spirit reaches out to students of all races, beliefs and social backgrounds.
  • St. Bernard offers a broad-based liberal arts curriculum with an emphasis on Christian values and Catholic tradition.
  • This curriculum is designed to meet the needs of the college-bound student.
  • Students are expected to work to achieve their own individual potential on academic and spiritual levels, with the guidance of parents as primary educators, in partnership with the faculty.
  • They are encouraged to incorporate Christian values, community involvement and global awareness into their everyday lives.
  • The development of the spiritual person is at the core of achieving these goals.
  • School Mascot: Viking
  • St. Bernard High School endeavors to help the individual develop spiritually, morally, intellectually, culturally, socially and physically.
  • It is a community of students, teachers and parents seeking to incorporate into their lives the truths of Jesus Christ and to expand the Kingdom of God.
  • The school's communal spirit reaches out to students of all races, beliefs and social backgrounds.
  • St. Bernard offers a broad-based liberal arts curriculum with an emphasis on Christian values and Catholic tradition.
  • This curriculum is designed to meet the needs of the college-bound student.
  • Students are expected to work to achieve their own individual potential on academic and spiritual levels, with the guidance of parents as primary educators, in partnership with the faculty.
  • They are encouraged to incorporate Christian values, community involvement and global awareness into their everyday lives.
  • The development of the spiritual person is at the core of achieving these goals.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Bernard High School cost?
St. Bernard High School's tuition is approximately $14,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Bernard High School?
The acceptance rate of St. Bernard High School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
When is the application deadline for St. Bernard High School?
The application deadline for St. Bernard High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Los Angeles County, CA is $18,263 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).

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