Presentation High School

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 550 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $28,970
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
  • Presentation grads recognized for achievements in high school, community  - 05/28/2023 Willow Glen school honors members of Class of 2023. Grace Gallegos, valedictorian of Presentation High School's Class of 2023, led initiatives to collect food for clients of Sacred Heart Community Service ...more and to help her peers achieve work-life balance. Gallegos is the winner of Presentation's Nano Nagle Award for the Class of 2023. The award is named after Presentation's founder, who also worked to feed the hungry and keep her community healthy. hide

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  • Pres is the right size for high schoolers to engage deeply in learning-to think big, collaborate, and dive into a variety of interests. Small by design, we know each student well, so we can provide access to many choices.
  • We show up for each other every day and encourage participation and healthy debate, creating both a variety of challenging experiences and lasting connections. Accessing all there is to offer and the best of themselves, Pres students discover what's possible.
  • During their time at Pres, students will shine as they develop what they uniquely bring to the world, guided by our culture of service and growth.
  • With a team of educators, mentors, spiritual role models, and coaches, students will grow even more into what makes them unique. One class, game, project, performance, and relationship at a time, students inspire others to follow as they shape the world around them.

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Arielle R.

“ . So, if you're lucky enough to have Maestra Del Rea l as your Spanish teacher, consider yourself blessed ” in 2 reviews

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“ There are so many clubs and opportunities for community service to help students explore what they might want to pursue. ” in 2 reviews

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“ The faculty is solid and students are well prepared for college both socially and academically. ” in 2 reviews

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2281 Plummer Ave

San Jose, CA 95125

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Welcome to Presentation High School! We are a premier college preparatory high school dedicated to nurturing our students' academic, personal, and holistic success. Our commitment to educational excellence ensures that each student is challenged and inspired to reach her full potential. Our unique approach to balanced growth starts with the exceptional support of our faculty, complemented by curriculum and extracurricular programs that nurture mental and social wellness. This combination equips students with the tools they need to shape the best version of themselves and launches them toward success in college and beyond. Each student can explore her unique talents at Pres through our award-winning STEM, Athletics, and Art programs. Here, girls take the lead in every arena—from student government to sports teams to the stage—ensuring they have every chance to develop confidence and discover their true selves. We invite you to explore and experience why Presentation High School is where your daughter belongs!

Lindsay Velez Director of Admissions (408) 264 - 1664, ext. 2453 [email protected]

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    Presentation High School is an independent, college preparatory high school located in San Jose, CA. Rooted in Catholic values and welcoming of all faiths, “Pres” empowers young women to become fearless and faithful leaders determined to serve the world.

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    Students must earn a D- or higher in each course to meet graduation requirements. Students may enroll in up to 7 classes per semester, but take no fewer than 6 courses. 90% of our students take 4 years of math, 70.5% of students take 4 years of science, and 36% of our students take 4 years of modern language.

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    We are a college preparatory school for girls whose purpose and dedication flow from the teaching missions of the Roman Catholic Church. Nestled in a suburb of San Jose called Willow Glen, we serve a community of young women that reflects the diverse face of the Northern California Bay Area. Presentation High School is fully accredited by the

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    Presentation High School is a private, Catholic, college preparatory school for girls established in 1962. It is owned and run by the Sisters of the Presentation, and operates within the Diocese of San Jose in California. The school is located in the Willow Glen area of San Jose, California, United States. Students come to Presentation from 154 ...

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  9. PRESENTATION HIGH SCHOOL - Updated July 2024 - Yelp

    Presentation High School has been exceptional in our experience. This is my daughter's second year at Pres. We find the course offerings prepare both the liberal arts and STEM focused students adequately, while challenging their intellect.

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