School Overview
Data & methodology
Overall
A-
Matriculation
B+
Academics
A-
Extracurriculars
A-
Geo & Community
A
Reviews
B+
Pacific Ridge School promotes both artistic and athletic achievement, while integrating our vision and our values in every aspect of our curriculum. Pacific Ridge School inspires and prepares students to be life-long learners who act with compassion and integrity. As they explore assumptions from new perspectives and become aware of their role as members of a global community, students learn the importance of finding their purpose in life. Good teachers and administrators work for the welfare of their students wherever they are, even in long-standing institutions in which traditions make even welcome change more difficult.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$44,995
Enrollment
650
International Students
2%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
70%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:7
AP
20
Average SAT Score
1300
Average ACT Score
31
Class Size
14
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2022-2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #1 | Princeton University | 1 + |
| Art #2 | California Institute of the Arts | 1 + |
| #2 | Columbia University | 1 + |
| #2 | Harvard College | 1 + |
| Art #3 | Rhode Island School of Design | 1 + |
| #6 | Stanford University | 1 + |
| #8 | University of Pennsylvania | 1 + |
| #9 | Johns Hopkins University | 1 + |
| #14 | Brown University | 1 + |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2025)Number of tests taken
212
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores
AP Courses
(20)|
Chinese Language and Culture
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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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Chemistry
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Environmental Science
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Chinese Language and Culture
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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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Chemistry
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Environmental Science
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Physics C: Mechanics
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Statistics
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Psychology
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United States Government and Politics
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United States History
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World History
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English Language and Composition
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English Literature and Composition
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Art History
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Studio Art: 2-D Design
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Studio Art: 3-D Design
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Studio Art: Drawing
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Sports
(15)|
Baseball
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Basketball
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Beach Volleyball
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Cross Country
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Dance
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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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Cross Country
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Dance
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Flag Football
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Golf
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Ice Hockey
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Surfing
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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
(37)|
Academic Team
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Apparel & Graphic Design Club
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Astronomy Club
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Bring Change to Mind Club
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Ceramics Club
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Chess Club
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Academic Team
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Apparel & Graphic Design Club
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Astronomy Club
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Bring Change to Mind Club
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Ceramics Club
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Chess Club
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Clash of Clans Club
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Computing Club
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Cubing Club
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Culinary Club
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Entrepreneurship Club
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eSports Club
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Film Appreciation Club
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Finance Club
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Game Design Club
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Gaming Club
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Global Culinary Appreciation Club
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Improv Club
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Journalism Club
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Mind at Rest Space Club
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Mock Trial Club
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Model United Nations
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Music Appreciation Club
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NASA HUNCH Club
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Open Art Club
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Origami Club
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Outdoor & Indoor Sports Club
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Pickle Ball Club
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Ping Pong Club
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Robotics
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Science Olympiad
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Speech & Debate Club
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Student Council
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Surf Club
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SWENext (Women in Science)
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The Flock
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Urban Agriculture Club.
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Arts
(16)|
Dance
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Jazz
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Music
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Theater
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Vocal
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2D Design
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Dance
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Jazz
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Music
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Theater
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Vocal
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2D Design
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3D Design
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Art History
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Ceramics
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Digital Photography
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Drawing
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Filmmaking
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Graphic Design
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Photography
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Visual Arts
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Pacific Ridge School
Tell me a bit about Pacific Ridge School.
Pacific Ridge School is Co-ed private day school located in California, US. It was founded 2007 , and currently has about 650 students, 2.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.pacificridge.org.
For more official information, please visit http://www.pacificridge.org.
Does Pacific Ridge School have rigorous academic requirements?
Pacific Ridge School is offering 20 AP courses.
In recent years, 75 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
Pacific Ridge School also have 70% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
In recent years, 75 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
Pacific Ridge School also have 70% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Pacific Ridge School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 2.23% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 1.79% go to top 25, and about 0.89% 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 Pacific Ridge School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Pacific Ridge 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 Pacific Ridge School?
The day tuition for Pacific Ridge School in 2024 is
$44,995 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@pacificridge.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@pacificridge.org .
Where is Pacific Ridge School located?
Pacific Ridge School is located in the State of California of USA. The closest major city is Los Angeles, which is about 20 miles away from school. Most families can choose Los Angeles International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Pacific Ridge School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Pacific Ridge School is within top 800 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Pacific Ridge School has been favorited by 7 users.
Also Pacific Ridge School has been favorited by 7 users.
How do I complete an application for Pacific Ridge School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Pacific Ridge School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Pacific Ridge School’s official site: http://www.pacificridge.org or call them at 760-448-9820.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Pacific Ridge School’s official site: http://www.pacificridge.org or call them at 760-448-9820.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Pacific Ridge School?
Yes, here are few:
Centers Of Learning, Montclair College Prep School and St. Elisabeth School.
The closest major city is Los Angeles. You can find out more schools near Los Angeles here.
The closest major city is Los Angeles. You can find out more schools near Los Angeles here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Pacific Ridge School?
The overall rating for Pacific Ridge School is A-.
The section ratings of Pacific Ridge School are:
B+ for Matriculation
A- for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Pacific Ridge School are:
B+ for Matriculation
A- for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
Los Angeles, commonly known as L.A., is the largest city in California and the second most populous in the U.S. It serves as the commercial, financial, and cultural hub of Southern California. With a population of around 3.9 million as of 2020, L.A. is famous for its Mediterranean climate, diverse population, and as the epicenter of the entertainment industry, particularly Hollywood. The city also offers a rich mix of cultural landmarks, including world-class museums, beaches, and a dynamic food scene, making it a global metropolis.
Population (2022)
3,833,995
Cost of Living
Higher than average 54%
Nearby Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
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