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School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall A+
Matriculation A+
Academics A
Extracurriculars B+
Geo & Community A
Reviews A-
The College Preparatory School is a coeducational, independent day school serving grades nine through twelve. It offers a rigorous academic program for young people who are potential candidates for four-year colleges and universities. The school’s purpose is to prepare students for productive, ethical lives in college and beyond through a challenging and stimulating education in an atmosphere of consideration, trust, and mutual responsibility.
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School Stats

Average
Current school
Tuition
$62,760
Enrollment
370
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
86%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:7
AP
7
Average SAT Score
1460
Average ACT Score
34
Class Size
14

Matriculation


College Matriculation

(2021-2025)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 4 +
#2 Columbia University 10 +
#2 Harvard College 4 +
#5 Yale University 4 +
LAC #1 Williams College 4 +
#6 Stanford University 10 +
#6 University of Chicago 10 +
#8 University of Pennsylvania 4 +
#9 Duke University 4 +

Academics

AP Courses

(7)
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Statistics
Chinese Language and Culture
Latin
Spanish Language and Culture
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Statistics
Chinese Language and Culture
Latin
Spanish Language and Culture
Physics 1
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Sports

(9)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(95)
Asian American Association
CPS Nature Squad
Black Student Union
Chinese Culture Club
Christian Student Fellowship
College Prep Against Human Trafficking
Asian American Association
CPS Nature Squad
Black Student Union
Chinese Culture Club
Christian Student Fellowship
College Prep Against Human Trafficking
College Prep Climate Action Now
CPS Protecting Animal Welfare
Curly Hair Club
DIRT
East African Alliance
Femme Union
Filipino Student Association
Gender Sexuality Alliance
Green Team
Heritage Empowerment Resilience
Humanitarians for Hispaniola
Japanese Culture Club
Jewish Student Union
Korean Club
Latinos Unidos
Middle East and North African Association
Muslim Student Association
Neurodiverse Affinity Group
Renew
South Asian Alliance
Students with Disabilities Club
Students with Interracial Lives
Taiwan Club
Wasian Identity Network
Youth United in Meals
Current Events Club
Entrepreneurship Club
Finance Club
Tracing Africa & Central Asia: History & Events
Venture Capital Club
Baking Club
Bean to Bar Club
Bird Club
Chess Club
Climbing Club
Cooking Club
Dungeons and Dragons Club
Fitness Club
Football Club
Game Theory and Gelato
Geoguessr Club
Gimkit Club
Girlz Gainz
Golf Club
Granny Club
Hawaiian Time
Magic: the Gathering Club
Mental and Emotional Health
Oakland Microbiome
Pen Pals Club
Pickling and Fermentation Club
Ping Pong Club
Pokémon Club
Poker Club
Puzzling & Tea
Quiz Bowl
Racquet Masters
Rhythm Games: Mentality Art & Discussion
Soccer Club
Star Wars Club
Taekwondo Club
ArtsMag
Book Club
Classical Music Club
Creative Writing and Poetry Club
Ethics Bowl
French Club
Geography Club
Latin Club
Linguistics and Languages Club
Mandarin Club
Philosophy Club
Photography Club
SNL and Comedy Club
Songwriting Club
SPIRIT Dance Team
Toki Pona Club
Word & Logic Club
Zine Club
Architecture Club
Artificial Intelligence Club
Computer Science Team
Consumable Science
Makers' Club
Math Club
Robotics Club
Science Olympiad
Space and Rockets Club
and Women in Medicine.
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Arts

(14)
Acting
Choral
Dance
Drama
Instrumental Ensemble
Jazz
Acting
Choral
Dance
Drama
Instrumental Ensemble
Jazz
Music
Performing
Stagecraft
Drawing
Photography
Video Production
Art
Design
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Basic Info

Co-ed
Day School Grades: 9-12
Urban
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1960
Campus Size: 5 acres
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 01/15
Interview: On Campus
Other Accepted Scores: ISEE
School Code:
SSAT: 2484
ISEE: 52192
Recommended
Recommended
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Frequently Ask Questions about The College Preparatory School

Tell me a bit about The College Preparatory School.
The College Preparatory School is Co-ed private day school located in California, US. It was founded 1960 , and currently has about 370 students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.college-prep.org/.
Does The College Preparatory School have rigorous academic requirements?
The College Preparatory School is offering 7 AP courses.

The College Preparatory School also have 86% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do The College Preparatory School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 12.08% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 43.96% go to top 25, and about 8.54% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for The College Preparatory School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, The College Preparatory 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 The College Preparatory School?
The day tuition for The College Preparatory School in 2024 is $62,760 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 davidl@college-prep.org .
Where is The College Preparatory School located?
The College Preparatory School is located in the State of California of USA. The closest major city is Oakland, which is about 5 miles away from school. Most families can choose Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is The College Preparatory School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, The College Preparatory School is among the most popular schools, within top 176 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also The College Preparatory School has been favorited by 137 users.
How do I complete an application for The College Preparatory School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about The College Preparatory School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit The College Preparatory School’s official site: http://www.college-prep.org/ or call them at 510-652-0111.
Are there additional schools that are located close to The College Preparatory School?
Yes, here are few: Holy Names High School, Maybeck High School and Park Day School.

The closest major city is Oakland. You can find out more schools near Oakland here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for The College Preparatory School?
The overall rating for The College Preparatory School is A+.

The section ratings of The College Preparatory School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
A for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

Oakland, located on the east side of San Francisco Bay in California, is a vibrant city with a rich cultural heritage. Jack London Square, named after the famed writer, features a statue of London and is a popular waterfront area. Nearby, Old Oakland boasts beautifully restored Victorian architecture and unique boutiques. The Oakland Museum of California offers exhibits on the state's history, nature, and art. Uptown is known for its art deco Fox and Paramount theaters, as well as its lively dining, nightlife, and art galleries, making it a hub for entertainment and creativity.

Population (2022) 404,155
Cost of Living Higher than average 51%

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