Amerigo Los Angeles, Bishop Montgomery High School
Bishop Montgomery High School challenges university-bound students to reach their full potential through a robust academic curriculum, countless extracurricular activity options and real-world learning experiences.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Grades: (Boarding) 9-12
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $70,550
- Average class size: 900 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
Amerigo Los Angeles, Bishop Montgomery High School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 308 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Offering Breadth
School Overview
Definition of Terms | 2021 School Data
Amerigo Los Angeles, Bishop Montgomery High School
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
9-12
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1957
1907
Campus Size
24 acres
125 acres
Student Body
% International Students
8%
20%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
33
17
Tuition Cost
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$70,550
$59,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
n/a
$32,995
Acceptance Rate
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
33
17
Courses
Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Computer Science A, French Language and Culture, Language and Composition, Latin 4, Literature and Composition, Macroeconomics, Music Theory, Physics I, Physics II, Spanish Language and Culture , Spanish Literature and Culture, Statistics, United States Government and Politics, United States History
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
13
16
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
41
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
ACE Mentorship Program, Animal Club, Art Appreciation Club, Best Buddies Club, Bishop Ambassadors, Bishop Fitness Club, Black and Gold Lettermen's Club, Book Club, California Scholarship Federation, Color Guard, Concordia Club, Green Team, Habitat Club, I-Friends International Mentoring Program, International Club, Junior State of America, Key Club, Knightlife, Knights' Council, Latin Club, Mock Trial, National Honor Society, Robotics Club, Science Club, Short Flags, Speech and Debate, Technology and Programming Club, yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Comedy Sportz Improv, Dance Team, Drama Lab, Drum Line, Jazz Band, Marching Band, Orchestra, Vocal Jazz, Wind Ensemble
Recreational Athletic Programs:
eSports and Digital Gaming Club, Sand Volleyball, Yoga Club
ACE Mentorship Program, Animal Club, Art Appreciation Club, Best Buddies Club, Bishop Ambassadors, Bishop Fitness Club, Black and Gold Lettermen's Club, Book Club, California Scholarship Federation, Color Guard, Concordia Club, Green Team, Habitat Club, I-Friends International Mentoring Program, International Club, Junior State of America, Key Club, Knightlife, Knights' Council, Latin Club, Mock Trial, National Honor Society, Robotics Club, Science Club, Short Flags, Speech and Debate, Technology and Programming Club, yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Comedy Sportz Improv, Dance Team, Drama Lab, Drum Line, Jazz Band, Marching Band, Orchestra, Vocal Jazz, Wind Ensemble
Recreational Athletic Programs:
eSports and Digital Gaming Club, Sand Volleyball, Yoga Club
College Matriculation
Year:
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
School Notes
- Located on a beautiful 24-acre campus just one mile away from the Pacific Ocean, Bishop Montgomery High School provides students with a supporitve, collaborative and challenging environment wher ethey can pursue their unique interests both inside and outside of the classroom. At Bishop Montgomery, students have access to over 30 Honors and AP courses in a wide variety of subjects, as well as a unique STEAM program where they can do a deep dive into the subjects of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math.
- Amerigo Los Angeles, Bishop Montgomery High School accreditations: Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), Western Catholic Education Association (WCEA)
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Carmelita Jeter - Olympic Gold Medal Sprinter?
- Denise Austin - Member of the Presidential Council on Physical Fitness and Sports under President Bush and President Obama?
- Dr. Vincent Price - President of Duke University (#10)?
- Dr. Patrick Concannon - Director of the University of Florida’s Gene Research Institute?
- Sal Torres - Serves as mayor of Daly City and has been elected to city council 5 times ?
Profile last updated: 03/16/2022
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