School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
217 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
34%
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
See website
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
There are discounts for multiple students in family.
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,775
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Diane Rabago
Admissions Associate
Vicki Delucchi
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
ChoirHomework Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Sports Program
School Notes
- Good Shepherd Catholic School, a fully accredited elementary, junior high and pre-school, is located in the heart of Santa Cruz County.
- An exceptional alternative to public education is provided for students of diverse backgrounds by highly qualified teachers. Within the context of Christian values, parents and teachers, like a family, work together towards a common goal.
- By striving for excellence, Good Shepherd gives students the life-long skills of mind and heart required for self-esteem and service to others.
- Good Shepherd operates under the auspices of the Catholic Diocese of Monterey.
- Good Shepherd Catholic School is an inter-parish faith community that commits itself to excellence in education through the creation of a nurturing and stimulating environment that embraces and proclaims religious, academic, social, physical and aesthetic values.
- Good Shepherd Catholic School, a fully accredited elementary, junior high and pre-school, is located in the heart of Santa Cruz County. An exceptional alternative to public education is provided for students of diverse backgrounds by credentialed teachers. Within the context of Christian values, parents and teachers, like a family, work together towards a common goal. By striving for excellence, Good Shepherd gives students the life-long skills of mind and heart required for self-esteem and service to others. Good Shepherd operates under the auspices of the Catholic Diocese of Monterey. Good Shepherd Catholic School is an inter-parish faith community that commits itself to excellence in education through the creation of a nurturing and stimulating environment that embraces and proclaims religious, academic, social, physical and aesthetic values.
- Find us at https://www.facebook.com/gscsschool and www.instagram.com/gogsrams
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Good Shepherd Catholic School cost?
Good Shepherd Catholic School's tuition is approximately $6,300 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Good Shepherd Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of Good Shepherd Catholic School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
What sports does Good Shepherd Catholic School offer?
Good Shepherd Catholic School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Good Shepherd Catholic School?
The application deadline for Good Shepherd Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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