Pacifica FAQ
The School
Pacifica is a four-year college preparatory, coeducational, school with an enrollment of 165 students. The school was founded in the fall of 2005 and is the only independent Christian high school on the Westside of Los Angeles. We anticipate enrollment to grow to 185 students in the fall of 2010.
Pacifica is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and is a member of the College Board, ASCI, Educational Record Bureau, PAIDIEA Inc, The Independent Alliance for Minority Affairs, National Association of College Admission Counselors and the California Interscholastic Federation.
How can I visit Pacifica?
Families can schedule a campus tour; attend any and all open house events; or join us for an athletic or arts event. For more information about how you can visit our campus, click here for more information.
Admissions
Pacifica will enroll 60 freshman in the fall of 2010.
Class Size
The student teacher ratio at Pacifica is 9 to 1 and most classes have 14-18 students. The average class size at Pacifica is 16 students.
The Faculty
The Pacifica faculty and administration includes 20 full and part-time members. 85% of the faculty have their Master’s Degree.
Diploma Requirements
Minimum diploma requirements at Pacifica include: English 4 years; Mathematics 3 years (Minimum of Algebra I, II and Geometry); Science 3 years (Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics, A.P. Biology); History 3 1/2 years; Language 2 years (Spanish or Latin); Theology 2 years (Old Testament/New Testament and Church History); Visual and Performing Arts 1 year; Physical Education 2 years.
Advanced Placement offerings include World History, American History, U.S. Government, American Literature, Language and Composition, Spanish Language, Spanish Literature, Biology, Calculus and Statistics. Honors courses are available in Geometry, Biology, Ancient Literature & Ancient History.
Who is a Pacifica student?
• Pacifica students come from Christian and other church affiliated schools, independent schools and public schools. They represent a variety of ethnic, economic and religious backgrounds. Pacifica draws students from communities across the Los Angeles area. Pacifica students are those of character and faith who are committed to academic, athletic, and artistic excellence.
What do you look for when admitting students to Pacifica?
Pacifica evaluates the entire student when reviewing an application for admission. We take into consideration all areas of the application process when determining if the applicant is a good fit for Pacifica. Our admissions committee considers:
- Academic achievement in grades 6, 7, and 8.
- Leadership and extracurricular involvement.
- Teacher and administrative recommendations.
- Entrance examination (ISEE).
- Standardized testing in grades 6, 7, and 8.
- Student/parent interview.
Do you accept transfer students?
Students are accepted for grades 9, 10, and 11 if space is permitting. Transfer students into grade 12 are only considered if a family has relocated.
Does Pacifica offer financial aid?
Our vision is to provide a quality Christian education for young men and women. We are looking for students and families from any neighborhood who seek a rigorous, liberal arts, college preparatory education. Pacifica desires families from all economic situations and offers financial assistance for eligible families.
Percentage of students receiving assistance in 2009 - 54% Total amount of assistance given in 2009-2010 - $800,000 Projected assistance for 2010-2011 - $900,000
How do students commute to and from Pacifica each day?
Students use car pools to and from school. We provide a zip code list to families each fall to help parents and students to locate each other by geographic areas. Students come from all over Los Angeles area including Santa Monica, Pacific Palisades, Malibu, El Segundo, South Bay, San Fernando Valley, Westchester, Culver City, Beverly Hills, Inglewood, Venice, Marina Del Rey, and Play Del Rey.
What is the cost of tuition at Pacifica?
Tuition for the 2010-2011 school year is $16,750.
Are there other fees besides tuition?
Additional fees include books ($300-600) and uniforms ($300-400). There may be additional costs for off-campus learning trips or extracurricular activities.
Does Pacifica offer athletic/academic/arts scholarships?
Financial aid is awarded solely on the basis of financial need. Athletic, Academic, or Art scholarships are not available at this time.
When will I be notified about admission and financial aid?
Admissions Decision Letters will be mailed in March to candidates who complete the application process by February 1. Applicants who have been admitted must notify the Pacifica Admissions office of their intent to enroll by March 31. Late admission may be an option if space is available.
What languages are offered?
Latin and Spanish.