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Polytechnic School

Address: 1030 E California Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91106

Telephone: (626) 396-6300

Website: polytechnic.org/page/Home

Pasadena, CA / K-12 / Private

At Polytechnic School, their name conveys both a sense of their history and of their philosophical base. Polytechnic literally means “many arts,” and since 1907, Poly has been a place where students become multi-talented, intellectually ambitious citizens of the world. On any given day, their community overflows with activities and ideas that challenge and inspire them — adults and students alike. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a long-time member of their community, they encourage you to explore the Poly website, where the range of programs, events, athletic competitions, and performances put their name into action.

Overall Niche Grade: A+

Academics: A+

Diversity: A-

Teachers: A+

College Prep: A+

Clubs & Activities: A+

Sports: A-

Organization Memberships:

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Tuition

Yearly Tuition: $34,800

Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.

Received Financial Aid —

Average Financial Aid —

Polytechnic School Rankings

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Best Private K-12 Schools in California: 2 of 142
Best Private High Schools in California: 4 of 347
Best College Prep Private High Schools in California: 4 of 335

Academics

Average Graduation Rate —

Average SAT: 1410 (71 responses)

Average ACT: 32 (59 responses)

Popular Colleges

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following colleges.

A+ University of Southern California: 50 Students
A+ Stanford University: 47 Students
A+ University of California – Berkeley: 42 Students
A+ University of California – Los Angeles: 40 Students
A+ Harvard University: 27 Students
A+ University of Pennsylvania: 26 Students
A+ Yale University: 25 Students
A+ Brown University: 24 Students
A+ Columbia University: 20 Students
A+ Duke University: 20 Students

Culture & Safety

POLL: 100% of students agree that they feel safe at their school.8 responses

POLL: 100% of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.8 responses

Students

Diversity: A-

Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.

Students: 868

POLL: 100% of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.10 responses POLL: 100% of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.10 responses POLL: 100% of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.10 responses

Student Diversity

White: 49.9%
Multiracial: 17.5%
Asian: 14.2%
Hispanic: 8.1%
Native American: 6.3%
African American: 3.9%
Pacific Islander: 0.1%

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1

National: 16:1

POLL: 85% of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.13 responses

POLL: 100% of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.13 responses

POLL: 100% of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.13 responses

Clubs & Activities

Clubs & Activities: A+

Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.

Girls Athletic Participation —

Boys Athletic Participation —

POLL: 88% of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.8 responses POLL: 63% of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.8 responses POLL: 75% of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.8 responses

Polytechnic School Reviews

86 reviews

Excellent: 37
Very Good: 30
Average: 16
Poor: 2
Terrible: 1