As a recently graduated student, I found my experience at Cathedral unfortunately disappointing, largely because it was such a new school, still in the process of developing its curriculum and individual 'spirit.' Despite this, I believe the school had steadily improved since my freshman year, and will
... Read more continue to do so in the future. Students who end up attending the best colleges excel strongly in either academics or athletics. A significant complaint among academically oriented students is that there is heavy grade deflation that often leaves the best Cathedral students at a disadvantage when applying to colleges and gaining admittance. This is why very few students ultimately attend Ivy League or other top schools. Cathedral is still making a name for itself among top universities, and will likely not catch up to its counterparts (including Torrey Pines, Bishops, Francis Parker, and La Jolla High) for some time. Most students come from North County, and although Cathedral may be criticized for having a lot kids with a sense of entitlement, there are definitely some down to earth, practical students. Cliques maintain a strong prevalence on and off campus, but there is no reason why any student can't find their particular niche. The more advanced classes tend to have the better, more experienced teachers, but as is in all schools Cathedral has its lemons. I know plenty of people that have become enamored with Cathedral, and to end up truly happy with the school; it takes the right individual. When choosing a high school it is very important to determine what you are looking for, and what your goals are in the future. For students who are more self reliant, I think they would feel stifled at Cathedral and could thrive much more at another local school, but for students who are less confident and need some coddling, Cathedral is a good place. Read less
Posted by a student on 06/21/09
I absolutely love this school. I just completed my freshman year and am looking forward to the next 3 years at CCHS! It's such a great school and is strong both academically and athletically. All of our teams are very prestigious, which makes it an even bigger deal once you make one. The teachers are
... Read more so dedicated to their jobs and really give their 100% all of the time. They are always open for tutoring before and after school and if you're ever failing a class they make sure to give you special attention so you can bring that grade up! There are so many opportunities to grow as a person at CCHS-we have amazing sports teams, many clubs, and ASB, Campus Ministry, and Ambassadors! In my one year spent at CCHS I have grown as a person in so many ways. Read less
Posted by a student on 06/15/09
Not a particularly good value for your $$$. Expected more from a Catholic high school. School admin is mostly interested in higher performing academic and athletic students who will bring 'prestige' to the school (and hence more $$). Not so much attention paid to those students who struggle..teacher/admin
... Read more attitudes are inflexible to these poor 'step children'. Great athletic programs which is the one reason we kept our student enrolled there, but if your student doesn't play a club sport, the likelyhood of being able to make a team is greatly diminished. Overall attitude of students is that of 'entitlement' which reflects the socio-economic class that enrollment is drawn from. We would move our student if there was a better alternative, unfortunately the public schools in San Diego are worse. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/23/09
As a parent of a non athletic student who is challenged academically, I find the staff and resources at CCHS too limited or unavailable to students requiring useful outside classroom assistance. There is no justice for all here. The administration asserts the right to harass, interrogate and insult students
... Read more that make decisions that may be immature yet common for teenagers. As an educator in the public school system, I feel the tuition, lack of personal care and attention to matters that concern all are worthy of anyone's concern. I guess my money pays for the lovely campus and extracurricular activities offered. The high school experience here does not bolster self esteem or treat all students with due respect. I teach students and my family that respect is a two way street and to always forgive, forget and move on. Such is not the philosophy at CCHS in my opinion. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/25/09
Cathedral has been a bit of a disappointment for our family. Our freshman a strong student academically, came from a public school setting & had a hard time transitioning. The sports teams are extremely difficult to make roster if you are not the 'cream of the crop'. We were really hoping that our
... Read more son would have a balanced high school experience, but that hasn't been the case. We think the campus is beautiful, but that does not make a school. We are transferring back to our local high school in Tierrasanta where most of his friends went to begin with. Admin has been a bit lax on dress code & some conduct of students (PDA) has not been addressed. For our family, not worth the money spent. Such a shame... Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/20/09
I really enjoyed attending Uni/Cathdedral. I attended four years of extracurricular activities including Campus Ministry and ASB. Teachers are good. I'm sorry but dress code is not strictly enforced, they just like saying that for some reason. I give safety an A+. Lovely campus, awesome people. I loved
... Read more my experience there and thank God for being an alumni. I recommend joining a club or sport. Read less
Posted by a student on 12/07/08
super strict, takes away any sort of school spirit, an ok school if you like being around rich snobs all the time
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Posted by a other on 11/15/08
I love this school. I have 2 kids there, one with a disability, and the other a serious student who excels. It has been excellent for both kids. There are 3 levels of many classes, from 'a little slower' to 'normal' to 'AP/honors'. Talking to students at public high school, it seems that the standard
... Read more classes at Cathedral require effort similar to a honors class at a typical public high school. Very competitive sports programs, 9 CIF championships in 2008, but many sports are offered, so there is a place for everyone. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/24/08
For the amount of $$ spent on our child's education our expectations for a well prepared college entrant were quickly dashed and the staff was far more concerned with self esteem and not 'ruining the student socially' than interested in helping us turn the poor grades around.
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Posted by a parent on 06/12/08
it is so fun and has great academics. My son loves it cause there is a surf teeam!
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San Diego schools — Cathedral Catholic High School is located at 5555 Del Mar Heights Rd, San Diego CA 92130. 5555 Del Mar Heights Rd is in the Carmel Valley neighborhood and 92130 ZIP code in San Diego, CA The school district for Cathedral Catholic High School is the Diocese Of San Diego Education Office. Cathedral Catholic High School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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