12096 N. Ventura Ave, Ojai, CA 93023 - 
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Villanova Preparatory School was founded in 1924 as a Catholic school in the Augustinian tradition. At Villanova, all educational and extra-curricular activities emphasize the Augustinian values of unity, truth and love. Through a balanced program of academic courses, athletics, community service, art and extra-curricular activities, Villanova channels students' curiosity, enthusiasm and energy so they can reach the full potential of their abilities and interests. Villanova provides an outstanding community-based education for its students with a student-teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average class size of 16.
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Villanova
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| Definition of Terms | ||
| School Focus | College Preparatory | College Preparatory |
| Grades Offered. | 9-12 | 9-12 |
| School Type | Co-ed | Co-ed |
| Support for ADD/ADHD Students | No | No |
| Religious Affiliation | Augustinian Catholic | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1924 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 131 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 280 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 32% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 35% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 34% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | 1754 | * National Avg. »View |
| Average ACT score | 26 | *National Avg. » View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (polo shirts (most days)) |
Casual |
| Average Class Size | 16 students | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:10 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 18 | 14 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 72% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $43,900 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $15,250 | $23,900 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | 40% | 34% |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | Jan. 25 / rolling | Jan. 15 |
| Accepts Standardized Application | Yes | No |
| SSAT Required | Yes | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 62% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Tyler Hart | |
Sports: |
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| Total Interscholastic Sports Offered | 13 | 13 |
Interscholastic Sports
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| Baseball | Basketball | |
| Cross Country | Football | |
| Golf | Soccer | |
| Softball | Surf Team | |
| Swimming | Tennis | |
| Track and Field | Volleyball | |
| Water Polo | ||
Extracurricular: |
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| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 24 | 24 |
Extracurriculars
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| Art Club | ASB | |
| Astronomy Club | California Scholarship Federation | |
| Campus Ministry | Chess Club | |
| Chinese Community Club | Creative Writing Club | |
| Cycling/Mountain Biking Club | Film Club | |
| Hip Hop Club | Interact | |
| Latin Club | Math Tutoring Club | |
| National Honor Society | Orchestra | |
| Philosophy Club | Programming Club | |
| Project A.F.R.I.C.A. | Recycling Club | |
| Singing Club | Student Diplomats | |
| Traditional Toy Club | Yearbook | |
School Notes:
- College Preparatory Curriculum
- 100% college placement
- 18 Advanced Placement or Honors Courses
- Day and Boarding school with 65% day and 35% resident students
- School accreditations: WCEA, WASC
- Profile last updated: 10/03/2011
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