Catholic college-prep high school in Alhambra with 136-year legacy, ADD/ADHD support, small classes, and 90% faculty with advanced degrees
Ramona Convent Secondary School is a Catholic college-prep high school for grades 9–12 in Alhambra, California, with a 136-year legacy of academic excellence. The school offers ADD/ADHD support services as part of its special education programs, helping students with attention and executive function challenges succeed in a structured academic environment. With an average class size of 18 students and 90% of faculty holding advanced degrees, Ramona provides individualized attention and experienced instruction.
The school supports students through a rigorous curriculum featuring AP and honors courses across sciences, languages, history, and the arts. Students benefit from a formal, focused learning environment enhanced by a Blue Ribbon School designation and accreditation through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Ramona's all-girls community fosters peer support and leadership development, with extensive clubs, sports, and extracurricular activities that help students build confidence and social connections.
Tuition is $17,320 annually, with fees covering yearbook, retreats, technology, and graduation expenses. The school maintains a 90% acceptance rate and offers financial aid, with 43% of students receiving support averaging $5,000 per grant. Admissions are rolling with a deadline of January 24. For more information, contact Admissions Director Veronica Puente-Smith at (626) 282-4151 or visit ramonaconvent.org.
At a Glance
Grades9-12
Students282
Class Size18:1 ratio
Tuition$17,320
Fin. Aid43% receive aid
Est.1889
DeadlineJan. 24 / rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Coalition of Girls, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1889 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $17,320 |
| Tuition Notes | Fees included in tuition covers yearbook, retreats, technology, and graduation fee (12th grade only). |
| Total Students | 282 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 34 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 90 |
| Average Class Size | 18 |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Veronica Puente-Smith |
| Admissions Associate | Veronica Fernandez |
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 24 / rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 90 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 43 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $5,000 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | All-girls |
| Percent of Students of Color | 96 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
ADD/ADHD Support
Advanced Courses
American GovernmentBiologyCalculus ABCalculus BCCapstone - ResearchCapstone - SeminarChemistryChinese Language & CultureEnglish Language and CompositionEnglish LiteratureEnvironmental ScienceEuropean HistoryFrench Language & CultureSpanish Language & CultureSpanish Literature & CultureStatisticsStudio ArtUnited States HistoryShow More (2)Hide
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Basketball · Cheering · Cross Country · Football · Soccer · Softball · Swimming · Track and Field · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Art Club · ASB Officers · Book Buddies Literacy Outreach · Book Club · California Junior Scholarship Federation · California Scholarship Federation · Campus Ministry · Chemistry Club · Class Officers · Culinary Club · French Club · Gaming Club · Hispanic Society · International Thespian Society · Key Club · Korean Culture Club · Music & Charity Club · National Honor Society · Peace & Justice Club · Photography Club · Podcast Club · President's Council · Ramona Ambassadors · Robotics · Sakura Society · Science Olympiad · Student Council · Tiger Dance Team · Show More (12) · Hide |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) · National Coalition of Girls · Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Awards | Blue Ribbon School · - Selected in · n/a |
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