School Overview
Data & methodology
Overall
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Matriculation
A+
Academics
B
Extracurriculars
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Geo & Community
A-
Reviews
B+
Lick-Wilmerding is a non-profit, independent, coeducational, college preparatory day school.
L-W's central mission is to offer its students a distinctive and exemplary education, the key ingredients of which are: the school's "head, heart, and hands" curriculum, the inclusive nature of its community, and its commitment to society beyond the campus.
Each of these elements is grounded in the principles set forth by the school's founders - James Lick, Jellis Wilmerding, and Miranda Lux.
From the beginning, Lick-Wilmerding served young people from all segments of society, honored work with the hands as well as the head, and committed to contributing to the common good.
Lick-Wilmerding High School inspires students to become self-directed, life-long learners who contribute to our world with knowledge, skill, creativity, compassion, and can-do confidence.
L-W's central mission is to offer its students a distinctive and exemplary education, the key ingredients of which are: the school's "head, heart, and hands" curriculum, the inclusive nature of its community, and its commitment to society beyond the campus.
Each of these elements is grounded in the principles set forth by the school's founders - James Lick, Jellis Wilmerding, and Miranda Lux.
From the beginning, Lick-Wilmerding served young people from all segments of society, honored work with the hands as well as the head, and committed to contributing to the common good.
Lick-Wilmerding High School inspires students to become self-directed, life-long learners who contribute to our world with knowledge, skill, creativity, compassion, and can-do confidence.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$65,900
Enrollment
556
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
42%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:8
Average ACT Score
30
Class Size
17
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2022-2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #1 | Princeton University | 7 |
| #2 | Columbia University | 5 |
| #2 | Harvard College | 5 |
| #2 | Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 2 |
| #5 | Yale University | 12 |
| LAC #1 | Williams College | 2 |
| #6 | Stanford University | 17 |
| #6 | University of Chicago | 4 |
| #8 | University of Pennsylvania | 9 |
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Academics
Sports
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Badminton
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Field Hockey
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Flag Football
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Badminton
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Field Hockey
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Flag Football
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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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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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A Step Forward Club
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Adaptive Tech Club
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Adoptees in Affinity
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AIF - Ad Ingenium Faciendum
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Alex's Lemonade Stand
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Amnesty International
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A Step Forward Club
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Adaptive Tech Club
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Adoptees in Affinity
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AIF - Ad Ingenium Faciendum
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Alex's Lemonade Stand
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Amnesty International
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Anti-Racist White Alliance
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Applied Science Club
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Asian Students In Alliance Club
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Astronomy Club
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Badminton Club
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Bands of Bravery
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Beekeeping Club
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Black Student Union
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Blacksmithing Club
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Blue Cross Club
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Blue Genes
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Book Club
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Books by the Bay
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Bouldering Club
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Boys to Men
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Bring Change 2 Mind
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Business and Finance Club
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Business Innovation Technology
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Cake Decorating Club
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Cakes 4 Kids
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Canada Club
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Cancer Fundraising Club
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Cards With Care
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Chess Club
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Chronic Conditions Alliance
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City Bookworms
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City Hope at LWHS
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Civic Engagement and Outreach Club
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Civic Leaders of America
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Classic Literature Interest Club
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Climbing Club
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Combat Robotics
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Competition/Tournament Club
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Concert Club
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Crochet and Creations
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Cubing Club
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Dance Club
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Data Science in Sports
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Debate Team
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DECA Club
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Dig Pink
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Digital Art and Game Design Club
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Drone Club
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ECHO
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Embroidery Club
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Engineering & Design
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Environmental Club
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FEM in STEM
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Female Athlete Wellness Club
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Fighting Game Club
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Film Club
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Financial Literacy Club
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First and Proud
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Fit Mag
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FM
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Formula 1 Club
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French Club
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Gardening Club
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Gender Sexuality Awareness
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German Culture Club
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Girl Up LWHS
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Girls In Gov
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Girls in Math
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Girls in Tech Club
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Girls Who Gym
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Golf Club
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GRID
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Heart in Motion
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HerHealthCounts
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Hidden Road Initiative
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Hiking and Biking Club
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History and Geography Competition Team
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Hydroponic Vertical Gardening
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Improv Club
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Indigenous Alliance Club
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Jazz for the Community
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Jewish Student Union
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K-Pop Club
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KABA Club
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Korea Club
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Language Learning Club
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Latinos Unidos
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Learning Strategies Center Club
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Literacy Advocates
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LitMag
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Machining Club
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Made With Love Club
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Mahjong Club
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Make-A-Wish Club
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Makers Club
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Math Club
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Medical First Aid For Youth
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Men's Wellness Group
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Merch Club
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Minecraft Modding Club
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Mobile Games Club
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Mock Trial
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Model United Nations
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Modern Threads
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MTG: Magic the Gathering
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Multiracial Alliance Club
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Murals for Movement
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Native Plants Club
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Neurogen Club
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Oakland Club
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Ocean Bowl
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Ocean Club
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Off the Field
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Open Water Swim Club
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Pacific Islanders in Alliance
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People of Color in the Arts
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Philosophy & Wellbeing
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Photography Club
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Pickle Club
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Poker and Game Theory Club
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Pre-Law Club
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Python & NLP Club
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Red Cross Club
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Relationships on Gender Alliance
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RISE Chinatown
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Robotics Club
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Rock Band Club
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S.O.N.I.C
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Safe & Sound
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SAME
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Save Hearts Club
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Self Improvement Club
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Senior Connect
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SET Club
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Short Stories Club
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Ski Club
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Soccer Club
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Special Olympics Club
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Sports Broadcasting Club
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SQUID
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STEAM the Brain
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Study Club
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Surf & Beach Club
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Sustainable Fashion Club
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Tabletop Roleplaying Game Club
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Taste the World Club
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Taylor Swift Club
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Tech Apps Club
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Technology Art and Business Solutions Club
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The ASL Club
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The Butterfly Effect
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The Language of Business
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The Stock Market and Investment Club
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The Waves
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Tigers in Economic Justice and Action
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Tigers in Faith
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Trader Joes Club
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Traditional Chinese Music Club
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Under One Sky
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Visual Arts Club
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Volleyball Club
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Vote Forward
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Wavelength LW
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Wealth In Color
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Wilderness Club
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Wildlife Conservation Club
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WISE
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Women in the Workforce
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Women's RAD Club
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World Food Club
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Write for Rights
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and Young Writers Club.
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Arts
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Acting
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Chamber Orchestra
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Dance
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Improvisation
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Jazz
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Music
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Acting
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Chamber Orchestra
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Dance
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Improvisation
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Jazz
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Music
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Music Production
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Songwriting
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Stagecraft
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Vocal
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Game Design
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Jewelry Design
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Painting
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Photography
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Studio Art
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Textile
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Woodworking
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Design
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Mixed Media
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Storytelling
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Lick-Wilmerding High School
Tell me a bit about Lick-Wilmerding High School.
Lick-Wilmerding High School is Co-ed private day school located in California, US. It was founded 1895 , and currently has about 556 students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.lwhs.org/page.
For more official information, please visit http://www.lwhs.org/page.
Does Lick-Wilmerding High School have rigorous academic requirements?
Lick-Wilmerding High School also have 42% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Lick-Wilmerding High School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 18.06% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 20.9% go to top 25, and about 8.81% 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 Lick-Wilmerding High School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Lick-Wilmerding 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 Lick-Wilmerding High School?
The day tuition for Lick-Wilmerding High School in 2024 is
$65,900 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 lwu@lwhs.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at lwu@lwhs.org .
Where is Lick-Wilmerding High School located?
Lick-Wilmerding High School is located in the State of California of USA. The closest major city is San Francisco, which is about 4 miles away from school. Most families can choose San Francisco International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Lick-Wilmerding High School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Lick-Wilmerding High School is among the most popular schools, within top 475 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Lick-Wilmerding High School has been favorited by 21 users.
Also Lick-Wilmerding High School has been favorited by 21 users.
How do I complete an application for Lick-Wilmerding High School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Lick-Wilmerding High School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Lick-Wilmerding High School’s official site: http://www.lwhs.org/page or call them at 415-333-4021.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Lick-Wilmerding High School’s official site: http://www.lwhs.org/page or call them at 415-333-4021.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Lick-Wilmerding High School?
Yes, here are few:
Archbishop Riordan High School, Calvary Baptist Academy and San Francisco Adventist.
The closest major city is San Francisco. You can find out more schools near San Francisco here.
The closest major city is San Francisco. You can find out more schools near San Francisco here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Lick-Wilmerding High School?
The overall rating for Lick-Wilmerding High School is A.
The section ratings of Lick-Wilmerding High School are:
A+ for Matriculation
B for Academics
A+ for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Lick-Wilmerding High School are:
A+ for Matriculation
B for Academics
A+ for Extracurriculum
A- 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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