School Overview
Data & methodology
Overall
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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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Sierra Canyon is an academically excellent college preparatory school committed to an environment in which students realize their greatest intellectual, ethical, and physical promise.
We are defined by an energized, attentive, and diverse student-teacher ratio.
We are defined by an energized, attentive, and diverse student-teacher ratio.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$48,600
Enrollment
1150
International Students
10%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
52%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:9
AP
26
Average SAT Score
1193
Average ACT Score
25.5
Class Size
14
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #1 | Princeton University | 1 + |
| #2 | Columbia University | 1 + |
| #2 | Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 1 + |
| #6 | Stanford University | 1 + |
| #9 | Duke University | 1 + |
| #9 | Northwestern University | 1 + |
| #14 | Washington University in St. Louis | 1 + |
| #20 | University of California: Los Angeles | 1 + |
| #22 | University of California: Berkeley | 1 + |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2025)Number of students who took AP tests
259
Number of tests taken
632
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores
AP Courses
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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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Biology
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Chemistry
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Environmental Science
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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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Biology
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Chemistry
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Environmental Science
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Physics 1
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Physics 2
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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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Computer Science A
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Computer Science Principles
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Precalculus
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European History
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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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Music Theory
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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
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cheerleading
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Cross Country
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Football
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Golf
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cheerleading
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Cross Country
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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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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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3D Printing Club
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AI/Future Thinkers
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Animal Awareness Club
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Analog Photography
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Aquatic Club
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Armenian Heritage Club
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3D Printing Club
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AI/Future Thinkers
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Animal Awareness Club
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Analog Photography
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Aquatic Club
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Armenian Heritage Club
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Art Therapy
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Asian Student Association
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Astronomy Club
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Baking Club
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Beach Brighteners
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Biology Club
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Black Student Union
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Book Club
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Cars & Coffee
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Charity Club
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Chinese Culture Club
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Crochet Club
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DND Club
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Divorced Parents Club
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Drama Club
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EmpowerHer
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Engineering Club
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French Club
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Future Lawyers of America
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Game Design Club
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Gratitude Club
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Guandan Club
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Hands for Hope
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Hopeful Hearts Club
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Human Rights Club
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Introduction to Law & Legal Reasoning
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Into the Multifandom
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Investing Club
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Japanese Club
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Jewish Student Union
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Junior Classical League 7-12th
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Leadership Club
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LEGO Club
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Latino Student Union
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Mahjong Cultural Club
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Math Club
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Mental Health Club
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Model U.N.
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Movie Club
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Persian Student Union
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Physics Club
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Pickle Ball Club
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Royal Flush
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Save a Child's Heart
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SC Green Club
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Sierra Canyon Social Experiment Club
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South Asian Association
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Spanish Club
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Speech and Debate Team
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Statistics Club
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Surgeons' Space
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Surfrider Foundation Club
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The Cinema Society
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The Rambler
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Trivia Club
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Arts
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Dance
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Instrumental Ensemble
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Music Production
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Music Theory
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Public Speaking
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Theater
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Dance
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Instrumental Ensemble
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Music Production
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Music Theory
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Public Speaking
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Theater
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Vocal
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Animation
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Digital Art
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Drawing
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Filmmaking
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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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Architecture
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Scene Study
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Writing
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Sierra Canyon School
Tell me a bit about Sierra Canyon School.
Sierra Canyon School is Co-ed private day school located in California, US. It was founded 1978 , and currently has about 1150 students, 10.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.sierracanyonschool.org.
For more official information, please visit http://www.sierracanyonschool.org.
Does Sierra Canyon School have rigorous academic requirements?
Sierra Canyon School is offering 26 AP courses.
Sierra Canyon School also have 52% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Sierra Canyon School also have 52% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Sierra Canyon School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 12.6% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 22.05% go to top 25, and about 3.15% 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 Sierra Canyon School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Sierra Canyon 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 Sierra Canyon School?
The day tuition for Sierra Canyon School in 2024 is
$48,600 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 sribeiro@sierracanyonschool.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at sribeiro@sierracanyonschool.org .
Where is Sierra Canyon School located?
Sierra Canyon School is located in the State of California of USA. The closest major city is Los Angeles, which is about 28 miles away from school. Most families can choose Los Angeles International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Sierra Canyon School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Sierra Canyon School is among the most popular schools, within top 180 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Sierra Canyon School has been favorited by 130 users.
Also Sierra Canyon School has been favorited by 130 users.
How do I complete an application for Sierra Canyon School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Sierra Canyon School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Sierra Canyon School’s official site: http://www.sierracanyonschool.org or call them at 818-882-8121.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Sierra Canyon School’s official site: http://www.sierracanyonschool.org or call them at 818-882-8121.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Sierra Canyon School?
Yes, here are few:
East Valley Academy, St Euphrasia School and St. John Eudes 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 Sierra Canyon School?
The overall rating for Sierra Canyon School is A.
The section ratings of Sierra Canyon School are:
A for Matriculation
A- for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Sierra Canyon School are:
A 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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