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Cardinal Newman High School
A Catholic, college preparatory community,
Educating students in the wholeness of body, mind, and soul,
Consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church,
Manifested by faith, leadership and service.
At Cardinal Newman High School, we are committed to providing Catholic education and academic excellence, as envisioned by our namesake, Saint John Henry Newman. We believe that families play a crucial role in the spiritual, moral, intellectual, physical, and social development of our students, and we seek to assist and supplement them in this vital task.
We encourage our students not only to develop their creative and critical thinking abilities but also to cultivate Christian virtue and a strong sense of social responsibility.
We invite you to be part of a community dedicated to nurturing future leaders who are rooted in the values of love, truth, and service.
A Catholic, college preparatory community,
Educating students in the wholeness of body, mind, and soul,
Consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church,
Manifested by faith, leadership and service.
At Cardinal Newman High School, we are committed to providing Catholic education and academic excellence, as envisioned by our namesake, Saint John Henry Newman. We believe that families play a crucial role in the spiritual, moral, intellectual, physical, and social development of our students, and we seek to assist and supplement them in this vital task.
We encourage our students not only to develop their creative and critical thinking abilities but also to cultivate Christian virtue and a strong sense of social responsibility.
We invite you to be part of a community dedicated to nurturing future leaders who are rooted in the values of love, truth, and service.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$32,000
Enrollment
613
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
23%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:12
AP
17
Average SAT Score
1113
Average ACT Score
22
Class Size
25
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #6 | Stanford University | 1 |
| #9 | Duke University | 1 |
| #17 | Cornell University | 1 |
| #22 | University of California: Berkeley | 1 |
| #27 | University of Southern California | 2 |
| #28 | New York University | 3 |
| #28 | University of California: Santa Barbara | 2 |
| #28 | University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | 1 |
| #28 | Wake Forest University | 1 |
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Academics
AP Courses
(17)|
French Language and Culture
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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Environmental Science
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Physics 1
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Calculus AB
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French Language and Culture
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Biology
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Environmental Science
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Physics 1
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Statistics
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Macroeconomics
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United States Government and Politics
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United States History
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English Language and Composition
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English Literature and Composition
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Studio Art: 2-D Design
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Studio Art: Drawing
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Research
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Seminar
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Sports
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Beach Volleyball
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Cheerleading
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Cross Country
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Flag Football
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Beach Volleyball
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Cheerleading
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Cross Country
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Flag Football
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Football
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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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Track and Field
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Volleyball
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Water Polo
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Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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Baking / Cooking Club
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Model UN
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Red Cross
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Finance Club
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Dance Club
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Makers Club
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Baking / Cooking Club
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Model UN
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Red Cross
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Finance Club
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Dance Club
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Makers Club
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Disc Golf Club
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Film and Production Club
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Pre-Med/AHA Club
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Sacred Steps (Prayer/Hiking Club)
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Luminary Club
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Garden Keepers & Chicken Tenders
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Badminton
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Rotary Club
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Campus Ministry
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Black Student Union
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Pickleball
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Mental Health Club
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French Club
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and Marketing Club.
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Arts
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Band
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Guitar
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Music
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Production
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Speech
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Theater
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Band
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Guitar
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Music
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Speech
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Theater
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Art History
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Digital Media
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Graphic Design
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Studio Art
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Cardinal Newman High School
Tell me a bit about Cardinal Newman High School.
Cardinal Newman High School is Co-ed private day school located in California, US. It was founded 1964 , and currently has about 613 students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.cardinalnewman.org.
For more official information, please visit http://www.cardinalnewman.org.
Does Cardinal Newman High School have rigorous academic requirements?
Cardinal Newman High School is offering 17 AP courses.
Cardinal Newman High School also have 23% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Cardinal Newman High School also have 23% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Cardinal Newman High School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2025, some students attended Stanford University, Duke University, Cornell University, University of California: Berkeley and University of Southern California.
What is the application requirement for Cardinal Newman High School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Cardinal Newman High School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Cardinal Newman High School?
The day tuition for Cardinal Newman High School in 2024 is
$32,000 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@cardinalnewman.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@cardinalnewman.org .
Where is Cardinal Newman High School located?
Cardinal Newman High School is located in the State of California of USA.
How popular is Cardinal Newman High School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Cardinal Newman High School is within top 800 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Cardinal Newman High School has been favorited by 7 users.
Also Cardinal Newman High School has been favorited by 7 users.
How do I complete an application for Cardinal Newman High School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Cardinal Newman High School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Cardinal Newman High School’s official site: http://www.cardinalnewman.org or call them at 707-546-6470.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Cardinal Newman High School’s official site: http://www.cardinalnewman.org or call them at 707-546-6470.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Cardinal Newman High School?
Yes, here are few:
Redwood Adventist Academy, Rincon Valley Christian School and Ursuline High School-CA.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Cardinal Newman High School?
The overall rating for Cardinal Newman High School is B-.
The section ratings of Cardinal Newman High School are:
B- for Matriculation
B for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
B for Community
B- for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Cardinal Newman High School are:
B- for Matriculation
B for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
B for Community
B- for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
San Francisco, officially the City and County of San Francisco, is a global hub for commerce, finance, and culture in Northern California. With a population of 815,201 as of 2021, it is the fourth most populous city in California and the second most densely populated large city in the U.S. Known for its iconic landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island, San Francisco is also a leader in technology, innovation, and the arts, with a thriving economy and a rich cultural history.
Population (2022)
808,976
Cost of Living
Higher than average 89%
Nearby Airport
San Francisco International Airport
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