F-1 Public · California
Las Virgenes Unified School District
Calabasas, the neighbourhood of the stars twenty-five minutes from Hollywood, and a high school in the top 10% in California — for those who want glamour and a success rate close to 100%.
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- Year or semester
Las Virgenes fact sheet
Key facts
- Location
- Calabasas, California
- Arrival airport
- Los Angeles (LAX)
- Size (pupils)
- 1,500 to 2,000 per high school
- Climate
- Temperatures from 9.5 °C to 34.5 °C
- High school diploma possible
- no
- Semester possible
- yes
- Minimum ELTiS
- 242 (old scale)
- School year 2027-2028
- $40,850
- Semester 2027-2028
- $24,150
- Checked on
- 18 October 2026
A week in Las Virgenes
In the morning, an AP computer science or Honors physiology class at Calabasas High, where almost every pupil goes on to higher education. In the afternoon, the large American football field with its track, water polo or lacrosse. On Wednesday, the robotics team, Science Olympiad or the fencing club. On Thursday, karaoke or the Harry Potter club. At the weekend, the hills of the Santa Monica Mountains, sunny beaches, and Hollywood twenty-five minutes away — here, the neighbours are sometimes actors or musicians. From 9.5 to 34.5 °C.
Three things you won't find anywhere else
- A high school in the top 10% in California, with a graduation rate close to 100%.
- Calabasas, the city of the stars, twenty-five minutes from Hollywood.
- Water polo, fencing, robotics and Science Olympiad.
Courses, sports and clubs in Las Virgenes
- 53 courses
- 14 sports
- 17 clubs
- Best-stocked subject: Arts (9 courses)
Courses, by subject
Mathematics
- Algebra I-II (Honors)
- Algebra II and financial applications
- Geometry (Honors)
- Mathematical analysis (Honors)
- Calculus (AP)
- Computer science (AP)
- Statistics (AP)
- Essential mathematics
Science
- Biology (Honors, AP)
- Physiology (Honors)
- Chemistry (Honors, AP)
- Environmental science (AP)
- Physics (AP)
- Forensic science
- Conceptual physics
- Environmental biology
Humanities
- United States history (AP)
- Human geography (AP)
- World history (AP)
- European history (AP)
- American government (AP)
- Economics
- Psychology
- Sociology
English
- English I-II (Honors)
- English III-IV (Honors, AP)
- Science fiction and fantasy
- Creative writing
- Exploratory reading and writing
- Journalism
- English language development (ELD)
- Theatre
Languages
- French
- Spanish
- Chinese (Agoura High School only)
Arts
- Animation fundamentals
- Art history (AP)
- Advanced portfolio development
- Fine arts
- Ceramics
- Digital imaging
- Studio art
- Graphic design
- Web design
Options
- Sports psychology and medicine
- Finding yourself
- Photography
- Film and video production
- Automotive technology
- Woodworking
- Robotics
- Fashion design
- Culinary arts
Sports, season by season
Autumn
- American football
- Cross-country
- Water polo
- Volleyball
- Golf
- Tennis
Winter
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Wrestling
- Water polo
Spring
- Baseball
- Swimming
- Lacrosse
- Track and field
- Volleyball
- Golf
- Tennis
- Softball
Clubs
- Yearbook
- Marching band
- Choir
- Orchestra
- Science Olympiad
- Robotics team
- Public speaking and debate
- Future Business Leaders of America
- Karaoke
- Harry Potter
- Fencing
- Skateboarding
- Audiovisual
- Astronomy
- Music
- World films
- Future Physicians of America
Las Virgenes compared with other districts
Calculations based on the published prices of the districts on this page that show a package; same prices, same results.
| Package | Price | Rank | Difference from the median |
|---|---|---|---|
| School year 2027-2028 | $40,850 | no. 36 of 59 | 12% above the median ($36,550) |
| Semester 2027-2028 | $24,150 | no. 28 of 47 | 6% above the median ($22,750) |
- Within the same state (California): ranked 2 of 13 districts for the school year.
- Within the same state (California): ranked 2 of 11 districts for the semester.
- Compared with Murrieta Valley: $1,450 less per year.
- The cheapest district on the list is Newcomb ($23,900): this district costs $16,950 more (71%).
- Within the same state (California), the cheapest is San Luis Coastal ($39,400): this district costs $1,450 more (4%).
Rank: from cheapest (no. 1) to most expensive, among the districts showing a price in the same currency. The median is the price in the middle of the list.
Frequently asked questions about Las Virgenes
How much does the school year cost in Las Virgenes?
$40,850 for the 2027-2028 year. This price includes tuition, the host family and local supervision.
How much does a semester cost in Las Virgenes?
$24,150 for one semester in 2027-2028, with the same services.
Is Las Virgenes expensive compared with other districts?
Around the average: ranked 36 from cheapest of our 59 districts, 12% above the median price ($36,550). Within the same state (California), it ranks 2 of 13.
Can I go to Las Virgenes for just one semester?
Yes, Las Virgenes also accepts pupils for a single semester.
Can I earn the American diploma in Las Virgenes?
No. Las Virgenes does not award the American diploma to international pupils. If the diploma matters to you, ask Sophie which districts offer it.
What level of English do I need for Las Virgenes?
An ELTiS score of 242. The ELTiS is the English test that American high schools ask international students to take.
Which airport do I fly into for Las Virgenes?
Via Los Angeles airport (LAX).
Sophie knows Calabasas as if she lived there.
The district's high schools, sports by season, the town, the climate, things to do at the weekend — and the same for the 58 other districts. Ask her, she compares for you.
Calabasas High School has a large American football field with a track, a weight room, a gym, a cafeteria and a library, on a beautiful campus in one of the finest neighbourhoods of the Los Angeles area.
Daily life there
More districts to explore
- Murrieta Valley Unified School DistrictMurrieta, California
- Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School DistrictPlacentia, California
- San Luis Coastal Unified School DistrictSan Luis Obispo, California
Las Virgenes, Calabasas: does it appeal to you?
Ask for a quote, or put your questions to Sophie: she knows the 59 districts and their conditions.