Central Catholic High School vs. Big Valley Christian
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Central Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
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Student Body
Sports offered
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Big Valley Christian ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Overview
Central Catholic High School provides 4-year College Preparatory education.
A Central Catholic graduate will be spiritually-developed, academically-prepared, a socially-responsible leader, and a globally-conscious citizen.
We offer 24 Honors and Advanced Placement (AP) Courses.
Through a college partnership, college courses are offered on our campus each year. Last year, our seniors earned 87 college credits prior to graduation.
The average SAT score is 1568 and the average ACT score is 24.3.
Since 1974, Big Valley Christian School has served as an extension of the home and a partner with the church in Christian education. From Preschool to High School, BVCS provides a Christ-centered, college preparatory education. BVCS is dedicated to encouraging all students to strive for their highest potential academically, socially and spiritually.
We provide an environment where students can grow spiritually, learn to communicate effectively, practice responsible citizenship, and become skilled problem solvers with the goal that each student will be a transforming influence upon their world.
Grades Offered
9-12
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
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Year Founded
1966
1974
Students Body
Total Students
405 students
852 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
53%
58%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
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139
Kindergarten Students
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88
Grade 1 Students
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53
Grade 2 Students
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49
Grade 3 Students
-
49
Grade 4 Students
-
63
Grade 5 Students
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50
Grade 6 Students
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54
Grade 7 Students
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66
Grade 8 Students
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47
Grade 9 Students
111
50
Grade 10 Students
96
44
Grade 11 Students
104
47
Grade 12 Students
94
53
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
52 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
60%
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Average Class Size
25
25
Number of AP Classes
12
7
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:15
1:16
Average SAT score
1140
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Average ACT score
24
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Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Khaki pants/shorts, polo shirts)
(Khaki pants/shorts, polo shirts)
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Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$14,100
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Tuition Notes
Central Catholic High School offers more than 50 scholarships to incoming and current students. Roughly 40% of our current student body has received more than $550,000 in scholarships to assist with tuition costs.
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% on Financial Aid
40%
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Acceptance Rate
99%
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Admissions Director
Viola Duran
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Admissions Associate
Viola Duran
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
16
12
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
22
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Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Academic Decathlon, Art Club, ASB (Associated Student Body), BETA (Academic Achievement Club), Blue Crew, Book Club, Bowling Club, Christian Athletes, Creative Writing Club, CSF (California Scholarship Federation - Academic Club), Drama Club, Interact Club, International Club, Key Club (in conjunction with Kiwanis), Math Bowl Team, NHS (National Honor Society - Academic Club), Running Clubb, Science Olympiad, Social Justice Club, Speech and Debate Teams, Student Marketing, Technology Club
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