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We are San Diego's oldest and largest independent co-ed school. We are a values-driven institution that continues the legacy of our namesake, Colonel Francis W. Parker. We are a diverse community of students, faculty, and staff who come together to form One Parker.
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Belonging is the foundation of academic excellence. But belonging doesn’t happen by chance. So we work hard to weave belonging into our curriculum, community, and culture.
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“The needs of society determine the work of the school.” Colonel Francis W. Parker
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We treat our students as whole people, so we support their whole selves—mentally, physically, socially, and emotionally. The result? Our students have the confidence, energy, and resilience to reach their highest potential.
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We are always looking to the future. We embrace cutting-edge technology; we continuously improve our teaching practice; we spend our funds wisely to enhance learning. And when our students are ready to look ahead, we prepare them for college and beyond.

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Math at Parker: Curricular Alignment Adds Up to Academic Excellence

Math at Parker: Curricular Alignment Adds Up to Academic Excellence

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Students First: How Parker Fosters a Community of Belonging

Students First: How Parker Fosters a Community of Belonging

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Out of Classroom Learning Strengthens Academic Experience

Out of Classroom Learning Strengthens Academic Experience

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Get to Know Student Success and Wellness Program

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Parker Students Earn Acceptances to 340+ Institutions

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Upper School Admissions

Steps to Apply

Learn more about Parker, our programs, and community

Submit our inquiry form to receive communications about our application process and to attend admissions events.
Attend events for prospective students and families:
- Middle/Upper School Open House: Saturday, November 9, 9 to 11 am
- Upper School Information Session: Thursday, December 12, 5 to 6:30 pm
- Parker Athletics Showcase: Friday, December 6, 5:30 to 6:30 pm
- Individual Middle School Campus Tours: Various dates
Explore our website:
- Learn more about Parker’s Upper School program and curriculum.
- Understand how our commitment to Belonging is fundamental to Parker’s mission and the daily life of our community.
- Read current and past stories about our dynamic faculty, students, alumni and other members of the Parker community.

Submit an application

Login to our online application system, or create an account if you don't have one.
Click “begin admissions process” to start your application.
- Submit the application form as soon as you’ve decided to apply!
- Once you have submitted the application form and the $125 application fee (or fee waiver), a personalized checklist of other required items will appear for you to complete.
If you’d like to be considered for financial assistance, create an account and begin your application in Clarity.

Complete your application by February 1, 2025

After submitting our online application form you’ll be able to request, submit, and complete the following checklist items in your application account:
- Parent Statement Questionnaire
- Student Statement Questionnaire
- Current English Teacher Evaluation
- Current Math Teacher Evaluation
- Current School Administrator Evaluation
- Academic records (Current and previous two years of report cards, and school administered standardized test scores, if available)
- Supplemental/Special Interest Evaluation (optional)
- Register for an the Independent School Entrance Examination (ISEE)
- Schedule a Student and Parent/Guardian Interview
If you’d like to be considered for for financial assistance, submit your application in Clarity by February 1, 2025

Admissions decisions released on March 7, 2025

Admissions decisions will be emailed to parents/guardians after 3:30 pm on Friday March 7, 2025.
Admitted students and families will be invited to attend additional programs and revisit opportunities.
Admitted families have until the end of day on Friday, March 21, 2025 to submit their enrollment agreements.
Applicants initially offered a space in our wait pool will be considered for open seats through the enrollment process and into the spring and summer months.

Get in Touch

Shannon Caraveo

Shannon Caraveo

Associate Director of Upper School Admissions

Upper School

Grades 9 to 12

6501 Linda Vista Drive
San Diego, CA 92111

Phone
858/569-7900

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