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Damien High School

High School

2280 DAMIEN AVE, La Verne, CA 91750

Private

Enrollment

735

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,039 of 1,787

In La Verne

#6 of 7

public schools

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Damien High School

6.0/10

High School in La Verne · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.1/10

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About Damien High School

Damien High School is a private high school in La Verne, CA. Damien High School serves approximately 735 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Damien High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,039 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.5 pts below CA schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Damien High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Schools in La Verne

No public schools found in La Verne for comparison. 10 other private schools in the area.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 70%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Enrollment 735
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 43.0%
White 25.0%
Two or More 16.9%
Asian 8.0%
Black 3.0%
Native American 2.0%
Pacific Islander 2.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2280 DAMIEN AVE, La Verne, CA 91750

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Damien High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bonita High (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby San Dimas), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chaparral High (Continuation) (rated 6.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby San Dimas), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ACADEMY OF SPORTS SCIENCE (rated 5.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in La Verne, see our La Verne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Damien High School La Verne 0.0 mi
JOAN MACY SCHOOL La Verne 0.1 mi 7.1
Joan Macy School La Verne 0.1 mi
HOLY NAME OF MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Dimas 0.4 mi 6.3
Calvary Baptist Schools La Verne 0.4 mi
Holy Name of Mary San Dimas 0.4 mi
CALVARY BAPTIST SCHOOLS La Verne 0.5 mi 7.0
Ramona Middle San Dimas 0.8 mi 7.7
ACADEMY OF SPORTS SCIENCE La Verne 0.7 mi 5.2
Grace Miller Elementary San Dimas 0.8 mi 7.8
Allen Avenue Elementary San Dimas 1.0 mi 6.6
Fred Ekstrand Elementary San Dimas 1.0 mi 6.8
J. Marion Roynon Elementary San Dimas 1.2 mi 7.7
Bonita High San Dimas 1.2 mi 8.1
La Verne Heights Elementary San Dimas 1.4 mi 7.1
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER San Dimas 1.5 mi
L.A. COUNTY FAIR ASSOC. CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Pomona 1.5 mi 7.5
Chaparral High (Continuation) San Dimas 1.5 mi 6.6
Vista (Alternative) San Dimas 1.5 mi
Oak Mesa Elementary San Dimas 1.8 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91750 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,827

Median Home Value

$789,100

Median Rent

$2,217/mo

Population

33,267

College Educated

41.4%

Homeownership

67.5%

Avg Commute

32.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

46.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy Oakland, CA 6.0
Aspire Ollin University Preparatory Academy Huntington Park, CA 6.0
Clairemont High San Diego, CA 6.0
Colusa High Colusa, CA 6.0
Gilbert High (Continuation) Anaheim, CA 6.0
Helen Bernstein High Hollywood, CA 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Damien High School

What grades does Damien High School serve?

Damien High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Damien High School?

Damien High School has an enrollment of approximately 735 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Damien High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Damien High School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Damien High School rank in CA?

Damien High School ranks #1,039 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Damien High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Damien High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Damien High School a private school?

Yes, Damien High School is a private all-boys school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Damien High School a religious school?

Damien High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
735
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County

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