1539 E. Howard St., Pasadena, CA 91104 - 
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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.
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Excelsior School
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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 | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
| Year Founded | 1986 | 1906 |
| Campus Size | 17 acres | 125 acres |
| Student Body | ||
| Enrollment | 60 students | 296 students |
| Percent Students of Color | 80% | 18% |
| Percent International Students | 70% | 18% |
| Percent Students Boarding | 85% | 69% |
| Average SAT Score | n/a | * National Avg. »View |
| Offers Post-Grad Year | No | No |
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Saturday Classes | No | No |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual | Casual |
| Average Class Size | n/a | 12 *National School Avg. » 20 |
| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:10 | 1:7 |
| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 6 | 13 |
| ESL Courses Offered | Yes | Yes |
| % Faculty with Advanced Degree | 60% | 64% |
| Summer Program Offered | Yes | Yes |
| Finances | ||
| Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) | $18,650 | $42,800 |
| Yearly Tuition (Day Students) | $7,900 | $23,900 |
| Percent Students on Financial Aid | n/a | 33% |
| Merit Scholarships Offered | Yes | No |
| Admission | ||
| Application Deadline | None / Rolling | Jan. 15 |
| SSAT Required | No | Yes |
| Acceptance Rate | 75% | 60% |
| Director of Admissions | Timothy Lee | |
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| # of AP/Advanced Courses Offered | 6 | 13 |
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| AP Biology | AP Calculus | |
| AP Chemistry | AP English Literature and Composition | |
| AP Physics B | AP United States History | |
College Matriculation: |
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| Year: 2010 | 10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
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| California State Polytechnic University -- Pomona | 4 | |
| University of Kansas | 4 | |
| University of California -- Irvine | 3 | |
| Illinois Institute of Technology | 2 | |
| University of California -- Santa Barbara | 2 | |
| University of California -- Berkeley | 1 | |
| University of California -- Davis | 1 | |
| University of California -- San Diego | 1 | |
| University of Colorado -- Boulder | 1 | |
| University of Iowa | 1 | |
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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.
- School accreditations: Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
- Profile last updated: 05/30/2010
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