Southwestern Academy (CA)

B- 3.8 California, US

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School Overview

Overall

B-

Matriculation B

Academics B

Extracurriculars C

Community A+

Reviews C

Founded in 1924 when San Marino was covered in orange groves, Southwestern Academy has become a school rich in culture and diversity. For over 100 years, we have supported the educational needs of both domestic and international students in grades 6-12 with 100% of students entering college/university upon graduation. Our close-knit community of faculty and staff make every student feel like part of our family. Our co-ed campus with boarding and day classes in San Marino, California provides a peaceful, safe, and beautiful space for students to thrive. Academic programs include college preparatory courses, three levels of an English Language Learners (ELL) Program, and post graduate curricula. Our Summer Adventures program is available for students every summer! Extracurricular activities include soccer, tennis, volleyball, music, visual/media arts, basketball, and baseball along with several clubs suited for a variety of interests. Our students have found a place to belong. Maybe it’s your place, too.

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Tuition

$61,875

Enrollment

144

International Students

75%

Faculty with Advanced Degrees

38%

Teacher-Student Ratio

1:6

Endowment

$17 million

Average SAT Score

1350

Class Size

Boarding %

Matriculation

(2024)

Ranking	University/College	Students
#20	University of California: Los Angeles	1 +
#22	University of California: Berkeley	1 +
#28	Tufts University	1 +
#34	University of California: San Diego	1 +
#36	University of California: Irvine	1 +
#38	University of California: Davis	1 +
#42	Boston University	1 +
#49	Pepperdine University	1 +
#57	University of Pittsburgh	1 +

Academics

AP Courses

(7)

Calculus AB	Calculus BC
English Language and Composition	Human Geography
English Literature and Composition	European History

Sports

(6)

Baseball	Basketball
Soccer	Volleyball
Cross Country	Track and Field

Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(9)

Southwestern Interact Club	Southwestern Arts Society (SAS)
Southwestern Environmental Associates (SEA)	Southwestern Music Society (SMS)
Southwestern International Club (I-Club)	Golf Club

Arts

(5)

Media	Photography
Art	Drama
Music

Contact Info

http://www.southwesternacademy.edu

2800 Monterey Road, San Marino, CA 91108

626-799-5010

admissions@southwesternacademy.edu

California

Basic Info

Co-ed

Boarding Grades: 6-12

Urban

IB: No

ESL: Yes

Year Founded: 1924

Campus Size: 8 acres

Boarding Rate: 80%

Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: Rolling

Interview: Zoom, On Campus, WeChat, WhatsApp

Pre Interview: No Requirement

School Code:

TOEFL: 8098

SSAT: 7430

ISEE: 53161

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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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