Mater Dei High School

Private, Roman Catholic, 9-12

 1202 W Edinger Ave
       Santa Ana, CA  92707


(714) 850-9500




Student/teacher ratio:  20.4 Help
Number of students:  2,152

Racial breakdown:

White:
38.3%
Hispanic:
33.3%
Asian:
19.5%
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by a parent
Thursday, March 9, 2023

Open Quote We have multiple children who have attended different high schools. We have been following Mater Dei protocol (their sole concern) for six months to let them know that our child's teacher is not teaching. We were warned about this teacher before school began and asked to switch but were denied. This teacher takes weeks to over a month to post grades so the students don't know where they stand. She also changes the dates of quizzes and tests in Aeries to attempt to hide issues. For example, the syllabus states students can only retake quizzes before unit tests. They don't get quiz grades back before the unit tests, rendering retakes impossible. Another consistent issue is that 10-15 of the questions on quizzes/tests/finals are not from the correct unit. If students complain, she pulls the questions out of the exams resulting in less points possible/more difficult tests. Her study guide for the final only covered 30 of the material but she failed to disclose this, resulting in many failed exams. She gave a unit test the last day prior to the final (of which they didn't get graded until mid-January). They did not have any review before the final. The teacher has failed to attend meetings with our child and is not at stated office hours. When he was able to meet with her, she refused to answer any questions and mocked him. She should not be teaching.

Meanwhile, our teen has a Spanish teacher who also doesn't teach and is MIA. The school has yet to communicate the loss of this teacher. In conclusion, unless your student plays football, don't attend this school. Our child is an athlete but the school only responds to issues for football players. The students have witnessed the coach come into the classroom and request the teacher 'round up" the player's grade and then the player receives an "A" in the class. JSerra and RSM are much better options whether you're looking at academics, athletics or student life. A local public school would even be better. If you want to pay money to have your kids at a school where the administration, all the way up to the AP and Principal, does not care if their teachers are teaching...then this is the place. Close Quote


by a parent
Thursday, July 21, 2016

Open Quote This school is amazing. Great parent participation. Staff expects students to learn and to be responsible for themselves. College prep excellent. Sports participation competitive. Extracurricular activities outside of sports are available. My son was accepted to every college he applied for because of the preparation this school expected of him. He even received a congressional nomination to West Point Military Academy and a full academic ride to five other high ranking private colleges. If you want your child to find the best in themselves, send them here. It is worth the investment of money, time, sweat and yes, a few tears. The ability to supply your child with the best possible opportunities for their future is priceless. They offer scholarships and other financial aid to those that qualify. My daughter went to a public school and there wasn't a soul to be found after 3pm to speak with. The counsellors at the public school could care less to take the time to encourage her to attempt college. They actually said to her, "college isn't for everyone" Bologna. One actually laughed at her during college night for coming. I was appalled. She did go to college, she went to a Jr. College for two yrs and then accepted to Chapman University theatre program for two yrs, graduated, and eventually won an Emmy. So even if your child isn't a scholar or the least bit athletic, Mater Dei is an excellent academic choice and a great place to provide your child with self esteem and the desire to achieve. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Mater Dei High School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2004 1344 46 243 565 13 n/a n/a 0 2211
2006 1422 44 0 509 0 n/a n/a 324 2299
2008 1334 52 342 572 11 n/a n/a 0 2311
2010 1144 54 344 512 11 10 102 0 2177
2012 861 53 273 538 30 16 278 0 2049
2014 835 71 320 601 61 30 172 0 2090
2016 824 80 419 717 30 13 69 0 2152
2018 824 80 419 717 30 13 69 0 2152

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

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Student/Teacher Ratio Mater Dei High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2004 2211 155.0 14.2 n/a
2006 2299 159.0 14.4 n/a
2008 2311 162.1 14.2 n/a
2010 2177 153.8 14.1 n/a
2012 2049 134.0 15.2 n/a
2014 2090 141.9 14.7 n/a
2016 2152 105.1 20.4 n/a
2018 2152 105.1 20.4 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.


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In the 2017-18 school year, 2,152 students attended Mater Dei High School.

Students at Mater Dei High School are 38% White, 33% Hispanic, 19% Asian, 4% African American, 3% Two or more races, 1% American Indian.


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