Cathedral Catholic High School Photo #9 - Cathedral Catholic High School offers the opportunity to attend daily mass for the school community. Students celebrate a school-wide liturgy twice a month. Our four priests serve as faculty members, as well as attend retreats, offer guidance through spiritual direction, and more.

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Cathedral Catholic High School Photo #1 - Cathedral Catholic High School offers unique sports, such as Crew, Fencing, Equestrian, Beach Volleyball, Rugby, Sailing, and Surfing.
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Cathedral Catholic High School Photo #1 - Cathedral Catholic High School offers unique sports, such as Crew, Fencing, Equestrian, Beach Volleyball, Rugby, Sailing, and Surfing.
Cathedral Catholic High School Photo #2 - Cathedral Catholic High School sits on 54 acres, and is located in the Carmel Valley community of San Diego, CA.
Cathedral Catholic High School Photo #3 - Cathedral Catholic High School has the largest variety of high school sports offered in San Diego County, with over 40 different sports, and over 80 teams.
Cathedral Catholic High School Photo #4 - Cathedral Catholic High School is an Apple Distinguished School, utilizing a 1:1 iPad platform for students to access resource materials, as well as complete and submit assignments. The Cathedral Catholic High School campus is 100% wireless.
Cathedral Catholic High School Photo #5 - 98% of Cathedral Catholic High School graduates matriculate to a 4-year university. 1% will matriculate to a community college, and the other 1% will spend one year before college doing service or traveling.
Cathedral Catholic High School Photo #6 - Cathedral Catholic High School encourages student participation in our Visual and Performing Arts program, with offerings in Drama, Choir, Orchestra, Band, Drawing & Painting, 2D Studio Art, 3D Studio Art, Photography, Digital Design, and more.
Cathedral Catholic High School Photo #7 - Cathedral Catholic High School's faculty cares deeply about our students, and work diligently to promote the Cathedral Catholic mission of creating lifelong learners who live the call and build the kingdom.
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Cathedral Catholic High School Photo #10 - Cathedral Catholic High School offers the opportunity to attend daily mass for the school community. Students celebrate a school-wide liturgy twice a month. Our four priests serve as faculty members, as well as attend retreats, offer guidance through spiritual direction, and more.
MISSION An innovative academic community of lifelong learners grounded in the Catholic faith that prepares our graduates to live God`s call and build the Kingdom.
PROMISE Cathedral Catholic High School is a community built on faith, knowledge, character, and responsibility since 1957.
PHILOSOPHY Cathedral Catholic High School is a leader in Catholic, college preparatory education.
Our rigorous, innovative education program is offered in a nurturing community based on teachings of Jesus Christ and Traditions of the Catholic Church.Our Cathedral Catholic core values - faith, knowledge, character, and responsibility - developed from our University of San Diego High School heritage, guide our graduates` growth to become responsible leaders.
Our program is student centered, recognizing that each person is made in the image and likeness of God and shaped by differences in interest, ability, and background.
We are a collaborative community, dedicated to lifelong learning and teaching students to assume responsibility for their own educational and spiritual growth.
In partnership with parents, we form an educational ministry that is mutually supportive and committed to excellence.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,612 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $20,100
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 22 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Cathedral Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Processing or Reading Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Intellectual Disability or Delay
Year Founded
1957
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
1,612 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 50%
Students by Grade
Cathedral Catholic High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Number of AP Courses
24 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP American Government, AP Art History, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science, AP Computer Science Principles, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP French, AP Latin, AP Macro Economics, AP Music Theory, AP Physics, AP Physics C, AP Psychology, AP Spanish, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art 2D Design, AP Studio Art 3D Design, AP Studio Art Drawing, AP World History, Dual Enrollment Art 150A & Art 155A, Dual Enrollment Art 195A & Art 195B, Dual Enrollment Calculus D, Dual Enrollment Drama 110 & Drama 232, Dual Enrollment History 109, Dual Enrollment History 110, Dual Enrollment History 110 & History 111, Dual Enrollment Linear Algebra, Dual Enrollment Math 265 (Differential Equations) & Math 270 (Linear Algebra), Dual Enrollment Music 115, Dual Enrollment Nutrition 100 & Nutrition 108, Dual Enrollment Psychology 101, Dual Enrollment Psychology 245, Dual Enrollment Sociology, Dual Enrollment Sociology 101 & Sociology 102, Honors Algebra 2/ Trigonometry, Honors Anatomy & Physiology, Honors Biology, Honors Chemistry, Honors English 1, Honors English 2, Honors English 3, Honors Geometry, Honors Pre-Calculus
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Dress Code Guidelines

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 22 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Elizabeth Tysor
Admissions Associate
Cheryle Bui

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Inline Hockey (non-recreational), Sand Volleyball (non-recreational), Team Tennis
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cathedral Catholic High School cost?
Cathedral Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $20,100 for private students.
What sports does Cathedral Catholic High School offer?
Cathedral Catholic High School offers 25 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Rugby, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Surf Team, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo and Wrestling. Cathedral Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is Cathedral Catholic High School's ranking?
Cathedral Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Cathedral Catholic High School?
The application deadline for Cathedral Catholic High School is Jan. 22 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 22 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Cathedral Catholic High School located?
Cathedral Catholic High School is located in the Carmel Valley neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 5 other private schools located in Carmel Valley.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,612 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $20,100
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 22 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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