Excelsior School

41 W Santa Clara St.
Arcadia, CA 91007
Excelsior School is a WASC accredited, independent high school that offers a rigorous, college-preparatory education; our school has established an excellent record of accomplishment of graduates matriculating at distinguished colleges and universities.
We stress small class sizes (an average of 15), and individualized attention, to facilitate mastery in all the courses we offer.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: (Boarding) 9-12
  • Enrollment: 110 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $31,200
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $13,500
  • Acceptance rate: 75%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Excelsior School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 289 schools) for:

Category
Attribute
Student Test Scores

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2023 School Data
Excelsior School
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
9-12
8-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Religious Affiliation
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1986
1907
Campus Size
17 acres
130 acres

Student Body

Enrollment
110 students
310 students
% Students of Color
80%
25%
% International Students
70%
20%
% Students Boarding
85%
67%
Average SAT Score
1350
* National Avg. »View
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Average Class Size
18 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
14
17
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
60%
71%
Summer Program Offered
Yes

Tuition Cost

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$31,200
$64,000
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
$13,500
$35,000
Tuition international students
$36,500
$55,200
Merit Scholarships Offered
No

Acceptance Rate

Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 15
Acceptance Rate
75%
60%
Director of Admissions
Timothy Lee

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
14
17
Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Government and Politics, AP Human Geography, AP Music Theory, AP Physics, AP Statistics, AP United States History, AP World History

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered
6
16

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
8
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Audio Visual Club, Blue Review (Literary Magazine), Book Clubs, Oracle (student newspaper), Son Will Society (admissions ambassadors), Sports Literature Club, Technology Committee, The Channel (newspaper)

College Matriculation

Year: 2011 - 2012
10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)
University of California -- Irvine
10
University of Califronia -- Davis
5
University of California -- Riverside
4
Cal Poly Pomoa
1
California State University - Fullerton
1
California State University - Long Beach
1
Georgia Institute of Technology
1
Syracuse University
1
Syracuse University
1
University of Southern California
1

School Notes

  • In addition to Excelsior`s small class room sizes, there are a number of factors that contribute to an environment of academic excellence. We employ an interdisciplinary approach to learning. Reading and writing skills, for example, are taught not only in English classes, but also in science and history as well. Likewise, math concepts are covered in science, economics and other courses where applicable. In addition, SAT / ACT preparation is covered within the framework of regular high school English, math, and science classes.
  • Monitored homework assistance and test preparation available four days per week.
  • A beautiful secure campus with indoor and outdoor dining facilities.
  • A culturally diverse student body with students from many countries throughout the world.
  • Merit scholarships are available.
  • Affordable tuition rates.
  • Our campus is centrally located in Pasadena, CA only 16 miles from downtown Los Angeles.
  • Excelsior School accreditations: Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Excelsior School cost?
Excelsior School's tuition is approximately $31,200 for boarding students and $13,500 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Excelsior School?
The acceptance rate of Excelsior School is 75%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 60%.
What sports does Excelsior School offer?
Excelsior School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is Excelsior School's ranking?
Excelsior School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of international students, Least expensive tuition and High average SAT scores.
When is the application deadline for Excelsior School?
The application deadline for Excelsior School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: (Boarding) 9-12
  • Enrollment: 110 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $31,200
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $13,500
  • Acceptance rate: 75%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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