Santa Margarita Catholic High School is a college-prep school in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, offering learning difference support.
Santa Margarita Catholic High School is a coeducational, college-preparatory school in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, serving students in grades 9-12. The school provides a student-centered classroom environment with a focus on academic excellence and personal growth. While offering a robust curriculum including the International Baccalaureate diploma program and various AP courses, the school is also dedicated to supporting students with diverse learning profiles.
The school features specialized Learning Difference Programs, with staff qualified to support a wide range of learning challenges, including expertise in Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Dysgraphia. With an average class size of 22 and a faculty where 71% hold advanced degrees, students can benefit from experienced educators trained to assist those navigating specific learning needs within a high-achieving academic setting.
Beyond academics, Santa Margarita offers a holistic experience through extensive athletic programs, award-winning arts, and a strong emphasis on service and social justice. The campus is a 42-acre facility that fosters a Christ-centered community. Admissions are handled on a rolling basis, and the school offers summer school options for continued learning.
At a Glance
Grades9-12
Students1701
Class Size22:1 ratio
Tuition$16,435
Est.1987
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other religious school association(s), Other special emphasis association(s)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1987 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $16,435 |
| Tuition Notes | $16,435 is Catholic rate for 2020-2021 $18,275 is non-Catholic rate for 2020-2021 |
| Total Students | 1701 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 109 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 71 |
| Average Class Size | 22 |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 100 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 20 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference Programs
Learning Programs Supported
Some of the common areas of expertise are DyslexiaDyscalculia and Dysgraphiabut our staff is qualified to support a wide range of learning challenges.
Advanced Courses
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AP Courses
AP Art HistoryAP BiologyAP Calculus ABAP Calculus BCAP Computer Science AAP English Language & Comp.AP European HistoryAP French LanguageAP Government/Politics USAP MacroeconomicsAP Music TheoryAP Physics 1AP Physics CAP PsychologyAP Spanish LanguageAP StatisticsAP United States HistoryAP World History
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Cheering · Cross Country · Dance · Diving · Equestrian · Football · Golf · Ice Hockey · Lacrosse · Soccer · Softball · Surf Team · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball · Water Polo · Winter Track · Wrestling · Show More (5) · Hide |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) · Other religious school association(s) · Other special emphasis association(s) |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| School Calendar | www.smhs.org/other/parents/calendars |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Average SAT Score | 1269 |
| Average ACT Score | 27 |
Contact the school
(949) 766-600022062 Antonio Pkwy, Rancho Santa Margarita, California 92688
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