Bishop O'Dowd High School is an extraordinary community becasue it is a healthy, vibrant, morally uplifting, family-friendly center for college preparation and adolescent development. Its graduates are not only eligible for the University of California and Ivy League schools, but universally report that they are "over prepared" for rigorous universities and the complex social and moral environments of college and beyond. At O'Dowd, students engage in some of the finest and most inclusive athletic, co-curricular, and visual and performing arts programs in California.
O'Dowd's environmental science, speech and debate, and student support programs are without peer and the student community, renowned for its warmth and appreciation of all kinds of minds, will bring life-long friendships and great joy.
We truly believe that a complete education requires a foundational emphasis on the moral and spiritual dimensions of student lives. These foundations in the family and supported in school, determine the quality of human beings we so need for the future.
Please visit our school to see for yourself how an O'Dowd education can prepare your daughters and sons for the world in which they will live throughout this century, and perhaps even the next.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,248 students
- Yearly Tuition: $19,840
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 11 / Jan. 8
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Bishop Odowd High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Milk Learning Differences
Year Founded
1951
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
1,248 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
47%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
25 students
Number of AP Courses
25 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1230
(Out of 1600)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Polo shirt and neatness and modesty requirements. Blue jeans allowed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 11 / Jan. 8
Yearly Tuition Cost
$19,840
Tuition Notes
Books, Registration Fee, Computer and Uniform are not included in tuition.
% on Financial Aid
30%
Admissions Director
Kerryn Pincus Gallagher
Admissions Associate
Moire Bruin
Sports
Total Sports Offered
15 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
22 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Black Student Union, Campus Ministry, Debate Team, ECO Team, Latinos Unidos, Leadership Club, Mock Trial, Retreat Leaders
Arts and Music Programs:
Ceramics, Chorus, Digital Art, Digital Photography, Fine Arts Program, Jazz Band, Musical Theatre, Performing Arts, Photography, String Orchestra, symphonic band
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cheerleading, Mountain Biking Club, Ultimate Frisbee Club
Black Student Union, Campus Ministry, Debate Team, ECO Team, Latinos Unidos, Leadership Club, Mock Trial, Retreat Leaders
Arts and Music Programs:
Ceramics, Chorus, Digital Art, Digital Photography, Fine Arts Program, Jazz Band, Musical Theatre, Performing Arts, Photography, String Orchestra, symphonic band
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cheerleading, Mountain Biking Club, Ultimate Frisbee Club
School Notes
- On the high school journey, each student will have the guidance of our exceptional faculty, personal and college counselors, campus ministers, coaches, activity moderators, and administrators, who are at the forefront of preparing each student for a dynamic 21st century world. We focus on each student's personal and moral growth, college and career choices, how students learn, and we provide excellent teaching and world-class technology and software to assist in that learning. Together these resources and services will allow students to pursue what they love and reward them with the exhilaration of true excellence. In this way we achieve our purpose; to graduate even more exemplary citizens who will transform society with their values, intelligence, skills, and leadership as they seek to find God in all things.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bishop Odowd High School cost?
Bishop Odowd High School's tuition is approximately $19,840 for private students.
Does Bishop Odowd High School offer a summer program?
Yes, Bishop Odowd High School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Bishop Odowd High School offer?
Bishop Odowd High School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Water Polo. Bishop Odowd High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is Bishop Odowd High School's ranking?
Bishop Odowd High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Bishop Odowd High School?
The application deadline for Bishop Odowd High School is Dec. 11 / Jan. 8.
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School Reviews
5 4/25/2013
This school prepared my child to go onto college very well. We are very pleased with Bishop O''Dowd. We will be sending our youngest to BOD also.
5 6/1/2012
I believe this school should extend applications and offer sport scholarships to new student amatuer or experienced.
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