Saint Monica Catholic High School is a coeducational, parish high school that provides a college preparatory curriculum for students of diverse abilities, cultures, and faiths.
As a Catholic high school guided by gospel values, we affirm and respect the dignity of each member of our school community.
We are a faith-filled community that values Christian service, as well as academic achievement.
Our mission is to graduate students who demonstrate strength of character, intellectual integrity, and the love of God and others.
Recognizing parents as the primary educators, we provide a faith-based education in collaboration with parents, faculty, and the parish community.
We achieve this through the synthesis of the spiritual, intellectual, moral, emotional, social, and physical development of our students.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,000
- Average class size: 24 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 17 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Monica Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1937
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
371 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
73%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
24 students
Number of AP Courses
14 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature, AP European History, AP French, AP Japanese, AP Physics, AP Spanish Language, AP U.S. Government, AP United States History, Honors Algebra I, Honors Algebra II, Honors Biology, Honors British Literature, Honors Chemistry, Honors Economics, Honors English 9, Honors Geometry, Honors Pre-Calculus, Honors Spanish I-III, Honors World History
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 17 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,000
Tuition Notes
2018-2019 Tuition InformationParishioner Discounted Tuition*: $11,000Regular Tuition: $ 12,300.00International Tuition: $ 18,000
% on Financial Aid
30%
Admissions Director
Roxanna Warmington
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
24 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academic Decathlon, Animal Rescue Club, Animation Club, Asian Pacific Club, Black Cultural Society, California Scholarship Federation, Campus Ministry Club, Comedy Club, Creative Expression Club, Drama Club, Environmental Club, Fashion Club, Food Club, Habitat for Humanity, Human Rights Club, Key Club, Mariner Maniacs, Miracle Makers, National Honors Society, Nosotros, Poetry Club, Speech & Debate, Student Government, Video and Gaming Club
Academic Decathlon, Animal Rescue Club, Animation Club, Asian Pacific Club, Black Cultural Society, California Scholarship Federation, Campus Ministry Club, Comedy Club, Creative Expression Club, Drama Club, Environmental Club, Fashion Club, Food Club, Habitat for Humanity, Human Rights Club, Key Club, Mariner Maniacs, Miracle Makers, National Honors Society, Nosotros, Poetry Club, Speech & Debate, Student Government, Video and Gaming Club
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Monica Catholic High School cost?
St. Monica Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $11,000 for private students.
Does St. Monica Catholic High School offer a summer program?
Yes, St. Monica Catholic High School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does St. Monica Catholic High School offer?
St. Monica Catholic High School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting. St. Monica Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is St. Monica Catholic High School's ranking?
St. Monica Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Monica Catholic High School?
The application deadline for St. Monica Catholic High School is Jan. 17 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 17 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is St. Monica Catholic High School located?
St. Monica Catholic High School is located in the Wilshire Montana neighborhood of Santa Monica, CA. There are 4 other private schools located in Wilshire Montana.
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