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School Overview

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Overall
A-
Matriculation A
Academics B+
Extracurriculars A-
Community A
Reviews C
Vistamar offers a world-class curriculum designed to prepare students for success. Teachers use creative methods to make learning engaging, fostering a love for discovery. The small, supportive community enables students to thrive, with tight-knit classes that promote belonging. Life and college planning are integrated throughout high school, ensuring students not only gain admission to top colleges but are also prepared for success beyond. Vistamar prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a multicultural curriculum and active student life that encourages learning from diverse backgrounds. The innovative campus is designed to support comfort and interaction for today’s teens, based on extensive research and planning.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$54,700
Enrollment
235
International Students
3%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
81%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:6
Endowment
$9 million
AP
18
Average SAT Score
1280
Average ACT Score
28
Class Size
14

Matriculation

(2024)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 School of the Art Institute of Chicago 1
Cal State University Fullerton 1
Cal State University San Marcos 1
#6 Stanford University 2
#9 Pratt Institute 1
#20 Columbia College Chicago 1
#20 University of California: Los Angeles 1
#22 University of California: Berkeley 1
#27 University of Southern California 2

AP Scores

(2020)
Number of students who took AP tests
56
Number of tests taken
103

Academics

AP Courses

(18)
Chinese Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics 1
Chinese Language and Culture
Spanish Language and Culture
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics 1
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Computer Science A
Statistics
Human Geography
United States Government and Politics
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Music Theory
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Studio Art: Drawing
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Sports

(9)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Flag Football
Golf
Soccer
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Flag Football
Golf
Soccer
Swimming
Track and Field
Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(37)
GSA
African American Association
Feminist Club
United Asian Association
African American Mentoring Program
Latino Students Association
GSA
African American Association
Feminist Club
United Asian Association
African American Mentoring Program
Latino Students Association
Mixed Kidz Club
Jewish Culture Club; White Anti-Racist Affinity Group
Yearbook
Vistamar View
Robotics
Eco Club
Pre-Med Club
Topics in Astronomy and Science
French Club
Book Club
Math Team
Quotable Movie Club
Junior Statesmen of America
Mock Trial
Ethics Bowl
Model UN
Entertainment Club
Investment Club
Interact Club
Girl Up
League of Legends Club
Chess Club
Club Fair
Fall Dance
WinterSemi-Formal
Jr./Sr. Prom
Spirit Week
Morning Meeting
VPA Night
Winter Concert
Soulful Celebration
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Arts

(19)
Acting
Choir
Jazz
Music
Music Theory
Performing
Acting
Choir
Jazz
Music
Music Theory
Performing
Production
Theater
Digital Media
Drawing
Film Production
Photography
Sculpture
Studio Art
2D Art
3D Art
Audio
Mixed Media
Rock
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Contact Info

https://www.vistamarschool.org/page
737 Hawaii Street, El Segundo, CA 90245
310-643-7377
admissions@vistamarschool.org
California

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day School Grades: 9-12
Urban
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 2005
Campus Size: 5 acres
Religious Affiliation: school.No Religious

Application Info

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Frequently Ask Questions about Vistamar School

Tell me a bit about Vistamar School.
Vistamar School is Co-ed private day school located in California, US. It was founded 2005 , and currently has about 235 students, 3.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit https://www.vistamarschool.org/page.
Does Vistamar School have rigorous academic requirements?
Vistamar School is offering 18 AP courses.

Vistamar School also have 81% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Vistamar School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2024, some students attended School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Cal State University Fullerton, Cal State University San Marcos, Stanford University and Pratt Institute.
What is the application requirement for Vistamar School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Vistamar 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 Vistamar School?
The day tuition for Vistamar School in 2024 is $54,700 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 admissions@vistamarschool.org .
Where is Vistamar School located?
Vistamar School is located in the State of California of USA.
How popular is Vistamar School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Vistamar School is within top 700 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Vistamar School has been favorited by 9 users.
How do I complete an application for Vistamar School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Vistamar School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Vistamar School’s official site: https://www.vistamarschool.org/page or call them at 310-643-7377.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Vistamar School?
Yes, here are few: Manhattan Academy, St. Catherine Laboure School and Trinity Lutheran School-CA.

What is the FindingSchool rating for Vistamar School?
The overall rating for Vistamar School is A-.

The section ratings of Vistamar School are:
A for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
A- for Extracurriculum
A for Community
C for Students and Parents reviews

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