Garces Memorial High School

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Garces Memorial High School

Private High School | Grade 9-12
2800 Loma Linda Dr,  Bakersfield, CA
4.3
3.7
508 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mrs. Kathleen Bears
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1180
Average ACT Score
27
Average GPA
3.62
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$13,950
Religious Affiliation
Catholic

Niche Grade

A
Academics
B+
Teachers
A
College Prep
A-
Resources/Facilities
A
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.62
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
37
Full Time Teachers
34
Part Time Teachers
3
Teachers in First or Second Year
19%
College Prep
Average SAT
1180
Math
590
Verbal
600
Average ACT
27
Math
26
English
27
Reading
28
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
16
AP Pass Rate
67%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White
67.4%
Hispanic
32.6%

School Rankings

#42 Best Catholic Schools in California
#169 Best Private HS in California
#177 Most Diverse Private HS in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Cal Poly 95 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 91 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 73 Students
University of California - San Diego 72 Students
San Diego State University 65 Students
University of San Diego 61 Students
University of California - Davis 59 Students
University of California - Berkeley 56 Students
University of Southern California 50 Students
University of California - Irvine 49 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 66 Students
Psychology 52 Students
Biology 35 Students
Nursing 24 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 20 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 19 Students
Engineering 18 Students
Mechanical Engineering 16 Students
Political Science and Government 14 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 13 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.3 62 Reviews
5.0 Freshman
3/27/2026
The staff and teachers are super kind, helpful, and understanding, Garces gets you ready for college starting freshman year, they have counselors who actually try to help you with anything and everything, they have something that's called enrichment and you can go to any classroom and work on any homework you have or if you need help on a homework assignment you can go and get help by a teacher.
5.0 Parent
7/2/2025
There is a since of family ar Garces Memorial from the students, parents, teachers and adminstration. There is also a since of tradition and legacy that keeps us together long after one leaves the school on the hill.
4.0 Junior
2/24/2023
Overall its a great school for anyone looking to get away from issues from today's public school district (Fights, school threats, drugs, Etc)
GreatSchools Reviews
3.7 6 Reviews
5.0 other
8/22/2018
GMHS has always had a special place in my heart. As an alumnae of Garces, I can say that it greatly helps prepare students for college as well as opens many doors.
5.0 parent
4/30/2015
GMHS Is An excellent school, their academic program is set to help the top students to advance more in their education and at the same time helps all students through "collaboration " an instructional time that every other day the teachers work guiding students and resolving doubts . Morals are the...
1.0 parent
10/26/2014
My son is an amazing football player an has great grades, however we are not wealthy as some of the students so he cannot play ball and or get the teachers attention when he needs help. This school is a waste of money and a popularity contest. If your broke you won't fit in! How's that for a CATHOLI...
1.0 parent
8/24/2014
Garces has no principal. The current one is temporary. The administration/counseling personal lack administrative credentials. Multiple teaching positions were vacant and filled with relatives or friends. Grade inflation. Definitely look elsewhere for quality private school education.

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Garces Memorial High School is a private Catholic school for students in grades 9-12 located at 2800 Loma Linda Dr in Bakersfield, CA. Annual tuition is $13,950. The school has a total enrollment of 508 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Garces Memorial High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average GPA is 3.62, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1180 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $255,774. Discover additional schools in the area, like Bethel School, Bakersfield Adventist Academy, Northwest Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Bakersfield has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Garces Memorial High School.

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