School Overview
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Matriculation
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Academics
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Extracurriculars
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Geo & Community
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Reviews
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Founded in 1907, Polytechnic School is an independent, coeducational day school for students in kindergarten through grade 12. With high academic standards as its cornerstone, the school has developed a broad curriculum with outstanding programs in the performing and visual arts, athletics, and community service. Polytechnic School is a unique blend of tradition and innovation, making it an exceptional place for children to learn and to grow. The school is organized into three divisions
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$48,900
Enrollment
378
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:6
Endowment
$71 million
AP
15
Average SAT Score
1430
Average ACT Score
33
Class Size
15
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #1 | Princeton University | 1 |
| #2 | Columbia University | 4 |
| #6 | Stanford University | 4 |
| #6 | University of Chicago | 2 |
| #8 | University of Pennsylvania | 1 |
| #9 | California Institute of Technology | 1 |
| #9 | Northwestern University | 1 |
| #13 | Dartmouth College | 1 |
| #14 | Brown University | 1 |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2019)Number of students who took AP tests
230
Number of tests taken
665
AP Courses
(15)|
Chinese Language and Culture
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French Language and Culture
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Latin
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Spanish Literature and Culture
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Biology
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Chinese Language and Culture
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French Language and Culture
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Latin
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Spanish Literature and Culture
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Biology
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Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
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Physics C: Mechanics
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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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: 3-D Design
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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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Dance
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Fencing
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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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Dance
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Fencing
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Flag Football
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Football
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Golf
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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
(50)|
Ambassadors Club
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Art History Club
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Balderdash Club
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Black Student Union
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Book Club
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Breaking Boundaries
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Ambassadors Club
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Art History Club
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Balderdash Club
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Black Student Union
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Book Club
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Breaking Boundaries
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Poly Christian Fellowship
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Chess Club
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Conservative Club
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Conversaciones Siempre Interesantes
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Cooking Club
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Debate Team
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Education Beyond the Border
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Ethics Bowl
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Fem-Ed
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Fishing Club
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Food for Thought Club
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Jewish Student Union
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Healthcare Helpers
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Poly Hiking Club
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Latinos Unidos
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Math Club
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Medical Exploration Club
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Mental Health Club
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Middle-Eastern Affinity Club
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Mixed Race Affinity
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Model UN
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Neurodiversity Club
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Paw Print
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Performing Arts Student Council (PASC)
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Premier League Club
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Science Olympiad
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Polywood
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Poly Student Science Organization
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Poetry Club
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Queer Straight Alliance
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Robotics Club
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Scien
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SPQR
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Poly Start-Up Incubator
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Student-Athlete Leadership Council (SALC)
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Theatre Appreciation Club
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Sustainability Club
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Urban Gardening
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Union Station Club
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Poly United Nations Association
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Vocal Ensemble
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Women of Color Club
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Women's Service League
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Writing Club.
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Arts
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Acting
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Dance
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Directing
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Jazz
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Music
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Music Theory
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Acting
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Dance
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Directing
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Jazz
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Music
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Music Theory
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Playwriting
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Theater
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Vocal
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Ceramics
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Digital Art
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Drawing
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Film
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Film History
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Filmmaking
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Illustration
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Media
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Painting
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Photography
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Sculpture
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Studio Art
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Design
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Tech Theater
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Polytechnic School
Tell me a bit about Polytechnic School.
Polytechnic School is Co-ed private day school located in California, US. It was founded 1907 , and currently has about 378 students.
For more official information, please visit https://www.polytechnic.org.
For more official information, please visit https://www.polytechnic.org.
Does Polytechnic School have rigorous academic requirements?
Polytechnic School is offering 15 AP courses.
Where do Polytechnic School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 8.99% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 25.84% go to top 25, and about 6.97% 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 Polytechnic School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Polytechnic 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 Polytechnic School?
The day tuition for Polytechnic School in 2024 is
$48,900 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 admission@polytechnic.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admission@polytechnic.org .
Where is Polytechnic School located?
Polytechnic School is located in the State of California of USA. The closest major city is Los Angeles, which is about 13 miles away from school. Most families can choose Los Angeles International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Polytechnic School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Polytechnic School is among the most popular schools, within top 323 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Polytechnic School has been favorited by 54 users.
Also Polytechnic School has been favorited by 54 users.
How do I complete an application for Polytechnic School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Polytechnic School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Polytechnic School’s official site: https://www.polytechnic.org or call them at 626-396-6300.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Polytechnic School’s official site: https://www.polytechnic.org or call them at 626-396-6300.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Polytechnic School?
Yes, here are few:
Southwestern Academy (CA), Mayfield Junior School and The Waverly 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 Polytechnic School?
The overall rating for Polytechnic School is A-.
The section ratings of Polytechnic School are:
A+ for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A+ for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Polytechnic School are:
A+ for Matriculation
B+ 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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