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A+ 5.0 California, US
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Overall
A+
Matriculation A+
Academics A+
Extracurriculars A+
Community A
Reviews A-
Harvard-Westlake is a school whose curriculum and programs create an educational environment designed for students who possess both the motivation and the ability to pursue a rigorous college preparatory course of study. The school strives to provide an education that enables and empowers its diverse students to develop their intellectual, spiritual, emotional, and physical gifts; to understand and respect the similarities and differences among themselves and others in their local and world communities; and to learn the habits of mind and self-discipline necessary to live with integrity and purpose as contributing members of society.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$49,700
Enrollment
1631
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
76%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:8
Endowment
$75 million
AP
19
Average SAT Score
1453
Average ACT Score
33
Class Size
16

Matriculation

Matriculation

(2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 3
#2 Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1
#3 Harvard College 13
#3 Stanford University 9
#3 Yale University 5
LAC #1 Williams College 1
#6 University of Chicago 14
#7 University of Pennsylvania 7
#9 California Institute of Technology 1

AP Scores

(2019)
Number of students who took AP tests
712
Number of tests taken
1933
37%
30%
21%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP Courses

(19)
Calculus AB
Spanish Language and Culture
Chinese Language and Culture
French Language and Culture
Latin
Spanish Literature and Culture
Calculus AB
Spanish Language and Culture
Chinese Language and Culture
French Language and Culture
Latin
Spanish Literature and Culture
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Physics C: Mechanics
Calculus BC
Statistics
Comparative Government and Politics
European History
Human Geography
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
United States Government and Politics
Music Theory
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Sports

(19)
Baseball
Basketball
Beach Volleyball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Equestrain
Baseball
Basketball
Beach Volleyball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Equestrain
Fencing
Field Hockey
American Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Water Polo
Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(9)
Community Service
Economics & Business
Harvard-Westlake Life
Politics
Science
Speech
Community Service
Economics & Business
Harvard-Westlake Life
Politics
Science
Speech
Debate & Performance
Tutoring
Miscellaneous
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Arts

(30)
Acting
Band
Chamber Choir
Choreography
Chorus
Dance
Acting
Band
Chamber Choir
Choreography
Chorus
Dance
Drama
Jazz
Music
Music Technology
Music Theory
Performing
Production
Stagecraft
Symphony
Theater
Vocal
Voice
Ceramics
Digital Photography
Drawing
Glass
Graphic Design
Photography
Sculpture
Video
Art
Costume Design
Scene Study
Storytelling
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Contact Info

https://www.hw.com
3700 Coldwater Canyon, Studio City, CA 91604
818-980-6692
admission@hw.com
California

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day School Grades: 7-12
Urban
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1900
Campus Size: 20 acres
Religious Affiliation: Episcopal

Application Info

Deadline: 01/17
Interview: Skype, On Campus
Other Accepted Scores: ISEE
School Code:
ISEE: 52135
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Frequently Ask Questions about Harvard-Westlake School

Tell me a bit about Harvard-Westlake School.
Harvard-Westlake School is Co-ed private day school located in California, US. It was founded 1900 , and currently has about 1631 students.

For more official information, please visit https://www.hw.com.
Does Harvard-Westlake School have rigorous academic requirements?
Harvard-Westlake School is offering 19 AP courses.

In recent years, 30 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

Harvard-Westlake School also have 76% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Harvard-Westlake School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 12.71% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 32.99% go to top 25, and about 18.56% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.

*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Harvard-Westlake School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Harvard-Westlake 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 Harvard-Westlake School?
The day tuition for Harvard-Westlake School in 2024 is $49,700 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 admission@hw.com .
Where is Harvard-Westlake School located?
Harvard-Westlake School is located in the State of California of USA. The closest major city is Los Angeles, which is about 14 miles away from school. Most families can choose Los Angeles International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Harvard-Westlake School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Harvard-Westlake School is among the most popular schools, within top 83 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Harvard-Westlake School has been favorited by 361 users.
How do I complete an application for Harvard-Westlake School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Harvard-Westlake School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Harvard-Westlake School’s official site: https://www.hw.com or call them at 818-980-6692.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Harvard-Westlake School?
Yes, here are few: Bridges Academy, Emerson Academy For Arts And Sciences and St. Francis De Sales School-CA.

The closest major city is Los Angeles. You can find out more schools near Los Angeles here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Harvard-Westlake School?
The overall rating for Harvard-Westlake School is A+.

The section ratings of Harvard-Westlake School are:
A+ for Matriculation
A+ for Academics
A+ for Extracurriculum
A for Community
A- for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, commonly known as L.A., is the largest city in California and the second most populous in the U.S. It serves as the commercial, financial, and cultural hub of Southern California. With a population of around 3.9 million as of 2020, L.A. is famous for its Mediterranean climate, diverse population, and as the epicenter of the entertainment industry, particularly Hollywood. The city also offers a rich mix of cultural landmarks, including world-class museums, beaches, and a dynamic food scene, making it a global metropolis.
Population (2022) 3,833,995
Cost of Living Higher than average 54%
Nearby Airport Los Angeles International Airport
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