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Santa Catalina School Monterey, CA
10:30-14:30 US & Canada Pacific Time
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Come see for yourself at our Open House! Explore our signature programs, sample our academic and co-curricular offerings, take a tour of campus, and talk to students about clubs, activities, leadership, and campus life.
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Santa Catalina School Monterey, CA
08:00-10:30 US & Canada Pacific Time
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Come immerse yourself in the Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School experience! Take a tour of campus, see classes in action, and meet students and teachers.
Monterey, CA
It’s all here: an unparalleled campus experience, inspiring classes, and sisterhood that runs deep. Come see for yourself at our Open House! Explore our signature programs, sample our academic and co-curricular offerings, take a tour of campus, and talk to students about clubs, activities, leadership, and campus life.
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School Overview
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Marine Ecology Research Program
4-Year Visual & Performing Arts Certificate
Global Leadership Program
Robotics and Engineering
Health and Wellness Program
Girls-Centered Education
Located on the scenic California coast in Monterey, Santa Catalina School is an independent, Catholic, all-girls boarding and day school for Grades 9-12 that prepares students to lead lives of meaning and purpose. Guided by expert faculty, students explore, discover, and deepen their passions and interests in academic and real-world settings. Through signature programs like our award-winning Marine Ecology Research Program and boundless opportunities in athletics, the arts, and more, girls learn from one another in a global community where lifelong friendships are forged. Grounded in relationships and service to others, Santa Catalina boasts a 75-year tradition of educating fearless and enthusiastic scholars equipped to enter the world with courage, grace, and compassion.
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Ranking
Top 100
College Matriculation Rankings
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$79,300
Enrollment
250
International Students
22%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
88%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:7
Endowment
$62 million
AP
13
Average SAT Score
1312
Average ACT Score
27
Class Size
14
Boarding %
54
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2026)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #9 | Northwestern University | 1 |
| #14 | Washington University in St. Louis | 1 |
| LAC #4 | Pomona College | 2 |
| #22 | University of California: Berkeley | 5 |
| #27 | University of Southern California | 3 |
| #28 | New York University | 1 |
| #28 | Tufts University | 2 |
| #28 | Wake Forest University | 1 |
| #36 | University of California: Irvine | 2 |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2025-2026)Number of students who took AP tests
88
Number of tests taken
158
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores
AP Courses
(13)AT stands for Advanced Topics. Most of these AP and AT courses are offered from year to year but are dependent upon student demand.
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Calculus AB
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Biology
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Calculus BC
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Chemistry
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Spanish Language and Culture
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English Literature and Composition
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Calculus AB
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Biology
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Calculus BC
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Chemistry
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Spanish Language and Culture
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English Literature and Composition
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United States History
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Chinese Language and Culture
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French Language and Culture
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Statistics
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Psychology
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Physics 1
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Computer Science A
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AP Equivalent and Beyond
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AT Art of Rhetoric
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AT Reality of Fantasy: Short Stories and Essays
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AT Shakespeare
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AT Art History
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AT Dictatorships: Acquisition, Maintenance, and Loss of Power
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AT Introduction to International Relations
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AT Art of Rhetoric
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AT Reality of Fantasy: Short Stories and Essays
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AT Shakespeare
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AT Art History
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AT Dictatorships: Acquisition, Maintenance, and Loss of Power
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AT Introduction to International Relations
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AT Studio Art Seminar
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AT Rehearsal and Performance
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AT Multivariable Calculus
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AT Marine Ecology Research 3
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Sports
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Field Hockey
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Field Hockey
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Softball
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Volleyball
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Water Polo
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Track and Field
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Diving
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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Mock Trial
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International Thespian Society
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TEDxSantaCatalinaSchool
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Safe Space
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Cougars in STEM
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Alegria
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Mock Trial
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International Thespian Society
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TEDxSantaCatalinaSchool
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Safe Space
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Cougars in STEM
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Alegria
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Art History Club
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AWAKE
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Bible Study Club
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Black Student Union
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Books for Africa
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Cards for Kidz
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Catalina Children’s Fund
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Catalina Spirit Club
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Creative Writing Club
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Design Club
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Entrepreneur and Business Club
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Girl Up Catalina
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Granny Club
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Model UN
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Morgan’s Message
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Mosaic
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Personal Finance and Investment Club
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Pickleball Club
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Political Literacy Club
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Psyched! Club
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R4
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SPCA x Catalina
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Student Senate
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The Patriot Fund
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Amnesty International
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Catalinan (Yearbook)
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Chinese Club
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French Club
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Korean Club
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Spanish Club
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Ukrainian Club
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Lamplighter (Newspaper)
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National Honor Society
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Peace and Justice Club
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A Cappella
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Dance Club
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Band
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Comedy/Improv
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Body Percussion
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Take De Bait (Debate)
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Arts
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Media
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Studio Art
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Chamber Choir
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Drama
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Music
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Photography
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Studio Art
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Chamber Choir
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Drama
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Photography
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Art
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Choreography
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Dance
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2D Art
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Architecture
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Design
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Improvisation
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3D Art
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Reviews
A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
11/16/2024
Reviews from other languages
Currently a 9th-grade student, the campus is very welcoming, the curriculum difficulty is appropriate, weekend activities are abundant, and teachers are very attentive to the children.
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A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
05/26/2024
Reviews from other languages
If only the network could be properly repaired and speed up a bit.
A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
04/11/2024
Reviews from other languages
Santa Catalina provides students with a rich environment. In this environment, students can not only gain an excellent academic setting but also a strong religious one. Furthermore, it offers women an opportunity to enhance their leadership skills and express themselves. The school also provides many challenging courses, allowing students to surpass themselves and elevate their academic level. Most of the teachers hold doctorates. Students come from various regions, including Europe, the United States, Mexico, and Indonesia, and everyone is very inclusive.
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A FindingSchool User
5 / 5
04/11/2024
Reviews from other languages
Santa Catalina provides students with a rich environment. In this environment, students can not only enjoy an excellent academic setting but also a strong religious one. Moreover, it offers women an opportunity to enhance their leadership skills and express themselves. The school also offers many challenging courses, enabling students to push their boundaries and elevate their academic levels. Most of the teachers hold doctorates. Students come from diverse regions, including Europe, the United States, Mexico, and Indonesia, and everyone is very inclusive.
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Frequently Ask Questions about Santa Catalina School
Tell me a bit about Santa Catalina School.
Santa Catalina School is All-girls private boarding school located in California, US. It was founded 1950 , and currently has about 250 students, 22.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.santacatalina.org.
For more official information, please visit http://www.santacatalina.org.
Does Santa Catalina School have rigorous academic requirements?
Santa Catalina School is offering 13 AP courses.
In recent years, 36 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
Santa Catalina School also have 88% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
In recent years, 36 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
Santa Catalina School also have 88% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Santa Catalina School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 34.21% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 5.26% go to top 25, and about 2.63% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Santa Catalina School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Santa Catalina School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Santa Catalina School?
The total fee for Santa Catalina School in 2024 is
$79,300 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admission@santacatalina.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admission@santacatalina.org .
Where is Santa Catalina School located?
Santa Catalina School is located in the State of California of USA.
How popular is Santa Catalina School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Santa Catalina School is among the most popular schools, within top 103 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Santa Catalina School has been favorited by 272 users.
Also Santa Catalina School has been favorited by 272 users.
How do I complete an application for Santa Catalina School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Santa Catalina School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Santa Catalina School’s official site: http://www.santacatalina.org or call them at 831-655-9356.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Santa Catalina School’s official site: http://www.santacatalina.org or call them at 831-655-9356.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Santa Catalina School?
What is the FindingSchool rating for Santa Catalina School?
The overall rating for Santa Catalina School is A.
The section ratings of Santa Catalina School are:
A for Matriculation
A- for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Santa Catalina School are:
A for Matriculation
A- for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
San Jose, the heart of Silicon Valley, is the largest city in Northern California by both population and area. As of 2020, the city had a population of over 1 million, making it the most populous city in the Bay Area. Known for its innovation, San Jose is a hub for technology and startups, hosting major companies like Cisco and Adobe. The city is also celebrated for its cultural diversity, thriving arts scene, and Mediterranean climate, making it a vibrant and dynamic place to live and work.
Population (2022)
948,279
Cost of Living
Higher than average 53%
Nearby Airport
San Jose International Airport
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