Type
-
School
Polytechnic School
Siviq Rank#187Pasadena, CA
17 AP Courses
Enrollment
-
Student-Teacher Ratio
-
Admit Rate
-
Reach
Local / Regional
Narrative
Profile Notes
Summary
Polytechnic School’s 2025-2026 Upper School profile describes an independent school founded in 1907 with 17 AP courses, three Honors courses, an average class size of 15, unweighted GPA only, 72% students of color, and testing averages reported for 2023-2025 of SAT 1340-1520 and ACT 31-35. The profile also states that 100% of the Class of 2025 was admitted to four-year post-secondary institutions.
College Counseling
College counseling is led by a Director of College Counseling/Dean and includes two Dean/College Counselors.
Advanced Coursework
The Upper School offers five PolyEnriched courses, 17 AP courses, and three Honors courses.
Matriculation Notes
100% of the Class of 2025 was admitted to four-year post-secondary institutions.
Siviq Layer
Siviq Scores
Siviq Scores
Precomputed percentiles relative to similar schools. These scores are descriptive rather than judgmental.
Academic Program
42nd percentile
Higher reported academic program than 42% of similar schools.
Combines advanced-course offerings, testing, and reported honors or IB signals.
Institutional Resources
65th percentile
Higher reported institutional resources than 65% of similar schools.
Uses linked nonprofit financial capacity when a reviewed EIN match is available.
Outcomes
71st percentile
Higher reported outcomes than 71% of similar schools.
Based on the reported outcomes evidence available for this school.
Reach & Access
89th percentile
Higher reported reach & access than 89% of similar schools.
Combines geographic reach and reported access signals from the current school data.
Standardized Data
Profile
Profile
Academics
- AP Courses
- 17
- Honors Program
- Yes
- Average SAT
- 1,340
- Average ACT
- 31
Profile
Student Body
- Students of Color
- 72%
Profile
Policies
- Weighted Grades
- No
- Weighted Grades Policy
- Poly only calculates and includes on the transcript a student’s unweighted GPA.
Linked Nonprofit Data
Nonprofit Financials
Net Assets
$167,762,477
Tax year 2023
Net Income
$3,891,032
Latest revenue minus expenses from the school's nonprofit filing.
Total Expenses
$52,251,980
Tax year 2023
Expenses Per Student
-
Calculated from total expenses divided by the current school-profile enrollment.
Location Context
Nearest
Institutional Details
People & Credentials
Institutional
Leadership
Head of School
John Bracker
Listed in the CONTACT US section.
Upper School Director
José Melgoza
Listed in the CONTACT US section.
Director of College Counseling/Dean
Mark Rasic
Listed in the CONTACT US section.
Institutional
Contacts
Director of College Counseling/Dean
Mark Rasic
College counseling contact listed in the CONTACT US section.
Dean/College Counselor
Samantha Schreiber
College counseling contact listed in the CONTACT US section.
Dean/College Counselor
Garine Zetlian
College counseling contact listed in the CONTACT US section.
Registrar
Claudia Jimenez
Registrar contact listed in the CONTACT US section.
Institutional
Accreditations
Accredited
Western Association of Schools and Colleges
Member
California Association of Independent Schools
Member
National Association of Independent Schools
Member
College Entrance Examination Board
Member
National Association for College Admission Counseling
Member
Western Association for College Admission Counseling
Member
California Interscholastic Federation
Member
Cum Laude Society
Founding member
Association of College Counselors in Independent Schools
Member
Global Online Academy
External References
Links
Search & Answers
Polytechnic School Frequently Asked Questions
What is the student-teacher ratio at Polytechnic School?
The current school profile does not publish a normalized student-teacher ratio for Polytechnic School.
Is Polytechnic School a day school or a boarding school?
Polytechnic School is a private school.
Does Polytechnic School offer advanced placement (AP) courses?
Yes. The current school profile reports 17 AP courses at Polytechnic School.
Does Polytechnic weight GPAs?
No. Poly says it only calculates and reports an unweighted GPA on the transcript.
What kind of financial aid does Polytechnic offer?
Poly says it awards over $7.1 million in financial aid each year, reaching 27% of qualifying families.
How many academic classes do students take each semester?
Upper School students are required to take five academic courses each semester, and 18 credits are required for graduation.
Is Polytechnic accredited?
Yes. It’s accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and also lists memberships in groups like CAIS, NAIS, NACAC, and Global Online Academy.
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Provenance
Sources
| Source | Type | Checked | Metrics |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 School Profile (PDF) Used for normalized profile metrics, school facts, FAQ answers, and school SEO metadata. | School Profile PDF | Apr 01, 2026 | AP Courses • Academic Rigor Category • Access Category • Accreditations • Advanced Course Notes • Average ACT • More normalized profile fields |
| Polytechnic School Admission Office www.polytechnic.org/admission | Official Website Page | May 12, 2026 | Founded Year |
Sources & Data QualityMirrored artifacts, website inventory, and normalization review notes for this school profile.
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| Metric | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Grades Served | - | - |
| Lowest Grade | - | - |
| Highest Grade | - | - |
| Postgraduate Offered | - | - |
| Boarding Status | - | - |
| Boarding Status Code | - | - |
| School Type | Private | Founded in 1907, Polytechnic School is the first nonprofit, independent school in Southern California |
| School Type Code | private | Private |
| Enrollment | - | - |
| Residential Enrollment | - | - |
| Day Enrollment | - | - |
| Student-Teacher Ratio | - | - |
| Founded Year | 1907 | Founded in 1907 |
| School Leadership | - | JOHN BRACKER Head of School |
| Key Contacts | - | MARK RASIC Director of College Counseling/Dean PHONE: 626.396.6621 EMAIL: [email protected] |
| Accreditations | - | Polytechnic School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges |
| School Codes | - | - |
| AP Courses | 17 | the Upper School offers five PolyEnriched courses (see next page) and 17 AP courses |
| Average Class Size | - | - |
| IB Program | - | - |
| Honors Program | Yes | Poly also offers three Honors courses: Honors French IV, Advanced Topics and Introduction to Calculus Honors, and Honors Physics. |
| Advanced Course Notes | The Upper School offers five PolyEnriched courses, 17 AP courses, and three Honors courses. | the Upper School offers five PolyEnriched courses (see next page) and 17 AP courses ... Poly also offers three Honors courses |
| Faculty Count | - | - |
| College Counseling Summary | College counseling is led by a Director of College Counseling/Dean and includes two Dean/College Counselors. | MARK RASIC Director of College Counseling/Dean ... SAMANTHA SCHREIBER Dean/College Counselor ... GARINE ZETLIAN Dean/College Counselor |
| Testing Policy | - | - |
| Testing Policy Code | - | - |
| Average SAT | 1340 | TESTING AVERAGES 2023-2025 SAT 1340-1520 |
| Average ACT | 31 | TESTING AVERAGES 2023-2025 ACT 31-35 |
| Matriculation Summary | 100% of the Class of 2025 was admitted to four-year post-secondary institutions. | Of those who applied, one hundred percent of the Class of 2025 was admitted to four-year post-secondary institutions. |
| Top Colleges | - | - |
| States Represented | - | - |
| Countries Represented | - | - |
| Students of Color | 72 | 72% identify as students of color |
| International Students | - | - |
| Receiving Financial Aid | - | - |
| Tuition-Free Share | - | - |
| Applicants | - | - |
| Admitted | - | - |
| Matriculated | - | - |
| Admit Rate | - | - |
| Yield Rate | - | - |
| Class Rank Policy | - | - |
| Class Rank Policy Code | - | - |
| Weighted Grades | No | Poly only calculates and includes on the transcript a student’s unweighted GPA. |
| Weighted Grades Policy | Poly only calculates and includes on the transcript a student’s unweighted GPA. | Poly only calculates and includes on the transcript a student’s unweighted GPA. |
| Disciplinary Reporting | - | - |
| Boarding Model | unknown | unknown |
| Selectivity Category | selective | selective |
| Academic Rigor Category | very_high | very_high |
| Testing Policy Category | not_reported | not_reported |
| College Counseling Category | extensive | extensive |
| Student Body Reach Category | regional | regional |
| Access Category | meaningful_access | meaningful_access |
| Outcome Category | strong_outcomes | strong_outcomes |
| Signals | - | Boarding status not reported in supplied evidence.; Upper School offers 17 AP courses, 5 PolyEnriched courses, and 3 Honors courses.; Students are required to take five academic courses each semester.; Testing averages for 2023-2025 are reported as SAT 1340-1520 and ACT 31-35.; College counseling includes a Director of College Counseling/Dean plus two Dean/College Counselors.; School reports 100% of the Class of 2025 was admitted to four-year post-secondary institutions.; 48% of students reside in communities beyond Pasadena.; Financial aid program annually awards over $7.1 million, with a reported 27% family participation signal.; AP exams became optional for students beginning in May 2020.; School reports unweighted GPA only on the transcript. |