Frequently Asked Questions

List of 13 frequently asked questions.

• Do you offer AP classes?

  dTHS offers a broad slate of both honors and AP courses. This coming year, our AP classes will include: AP English Literature & Composition, AP English Language & Composition, AP European History, AP Government & Politics: United States, AP Psychology, AP United States History, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Computer Science A, AP Statistics, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Environmental Science, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP 2D Art and Design, AP 3D Art and Design, AP Drawing, AP Spanish Language and Culture, and AP Spanish Literature and Culture.

• Does your school have STEM-focused programs?

  Alongside biology, calculus, chemistry, computer science, and physics course, our signature programs also include a three-year Medical Science Academy for students interested in pursuing careers in medicine (or nursing), a three-year Engineering & Robotics Academy, as well as our Spirulina Research Program focused on the biochemistry of the superfood spirulina.

• If my child does not have a solid Jewish background, will he/she be at a disadvantage?

  No. The de Toledo High School student body is a blend of students from diverse Jewish backgrounds and experiences. Jewish Studies courses are taught with consideration of individual student ability.

• Does de Toledo High School provide College Counseling?

  de Toledo’s superb college preparation program produces admissions results to rival those of any other high school in Los Angeles. de Toledo students currently attend such prestigious institutions of higher learning as Yale, Columbia, Northwestern, NYU, UC Berkeley, UCLA, UC San Diego, USC, Michigan, WashU, Brandeis, Tufts, and Duke. Collectively, our College Counseling team has over 45 years of experience working in selective college admissions departments and as college counselors at independent high schools. Starting in the 9th grade, students (and their families) are assigned a college counselor – who also serves as a dedicated academic advisor – throughout all four years of high school.

• Do you have a Performing Arts program?

  de Toledo’s award-winning Visual and Performing Arts programs – from Studio and Media Arts to Music and Dance – inspire our students to new heights of creativity and self-expression. The school’s theatre program is led by Raymond Saar, who had starring roles on some of the most prestigious stages in the world. Our Stagecraft program designs, builds, and runs tech on all the school’s live shows. dTHS Dance Teams regularly take home top honors at area competitions and perform and choreograph for school shows throughout the year. Aerial Dance is also offered, providing a learning and performing program that is unique at the high school level. Our Music program provides a wide variety of school performance opportunities and wins group and individual honors at competitions. Music students at all levels of ability are able to join our jazz ensembles, pop rock bands, as well as our songwriting and technology program. Our campus’ new Richard and Darcy Kopcho Student Art Gallery features work of our Studio Art and Photography students, and we present exhibitions throughout the year to display the rich and expressive paintings, drawings, sculptures, and photographs our students produce. Our Media Arts program, featuring our newly completed Ryan Koeppel Vision & Sound Production Suite, offers film, video, and digital artists opportunities to learn on cutting-edge technology.

• Is Hebrew a required course?

  Hebrew is required for three years (consecutively from the year of enrollment). Our Hebrew courses satisfy the language requirement for all colleges and universities. Students do not need to speak Hebrew prior to enrollment. We have a program geared for students learning Hebrew for the first time as well as classes for students whose language skills range from beginning to advanced.

• Do you have competitive Sports teams?

  Yes! We have championship-caliber athletics offerings available for both boys and girls. Our teams have won more than 40 league championships in such sports as baseball, basketball, cross country, flag football, golf, soccer, swim, tennis, volleyball, and more! Multiple dTHS student-athletes have signed letters of intent to take their athletic talents to colleges and universities, including our first D1 baseball commitment this past year!

• Are there learning opportunities beyond the classroom?

  Yes! Our Global Jewish Education program allows students to take part in overseas exchanges and other partnerships with Jewish schools located in Israel, Hungary, Uruguay, Turkey, Uganda, and Mexico. All students also participate in grade-level trips, such as our 11th grade Civil Rights Journey to the U.S. South. One of the school year ’s definitive highlights is our All-School Shabbaton, an unforgettable four-day community experience bringing our students and faculty together at the beautiful Brandeis Bardin Campus of the American Jewish University.

• What is the tuition? What additional costs should be anticipated?

  Tuition for the 2024-2025 school year is $46,800. There are supplemental fees for items including, but not limited to, grade trips, the All-School Shabbaton retreat, Parent Organization dues, yearbook, and safety and emergency preparedness needs. The 12th grade fee includes graduation costs. These fees do not include bus transportation, textbooks that families purchase directly from the supplier, athletic uniforms, school dances or other social gatherings, and certain optional field trips.

• Is Tuition Assistance available?

  The Board of Directors of de Toledo High School is committed to providing tuition assistance to families who demonstrate financial need. This need is based on the online, confidential application submitted through a 3rd party program, FAST (Financial Aid for School Tuition).

• What modes of transportation and campus parking are available?

  The dTHS #1 line provides service to/from the Westside, the dTHS #2 line provides service to/from locations across the San Fernando Valley, while our Mid-Wilshire Express bus offers fast (limited stop) transportation to school each morning. dTHS families frequently join carpools, and 11th and 12th grade students are permitted to park on campus.

• Do you require a school uniform?

  We do not have a school uniform; we do have a dress code. Proper attire sets a tone for serious learning. Clothing that is immodest or detracts from the learning environment is not permitted. Details may be found in the Parent/Guardian-Student Handbook.

• How can parents get involved?

  The dTHS Parent Organization organizes a wide variety of educational, social, and community events for parents. Parents can also volunteer at school functions, run our campus JagShack, sell spirit wear, and much more!