Maranatha's Mission
We champion a Christ-centered, university preparatory education to equip the whole student through academics, arts, athletics, and service for the glory of God.
Latest News & Events
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A Distinctive Academic Journey: The Oliver Honors Institute
Through rich discussion, challenging texts, and a distinctly Christian perspective, Maranatha’s Oliver Honors Institute equips students to think deeply, communicate clearly, and lead with wisdom and conviction. -
Explore Generative AI for Social Good This Summer
This summer, Maranatha High School will host a 9-day, in-person Generative AI for Social Good Intensive presented by Inspirit AI and designed for students entering grades 8-12. -
Athletics News and Game Schedule: April 13-18
We are entering an exciting stretch with league play and tournament action as our student-athletes continue to compete with excellence and represent Maranatha with pride. Take a look at what’s ahead for the week below. -
Get Your Tickets Now for “The Addams Family”
Don’t miss Maranatha’s spring musical, The Addams Family, opening this weekend at the beautiful Ambassador Auditorium. With three performances and great seats still available, now is the perfect time to purchase your tickets through our online Box Office. -
Maranatha Students Use Engineering Skills to Support Altadena Fire Recovery
More than a year after the devastating Altadena Fire of 2025, many families in our local community are still facing the long road of rebuilding. This spring, students in Maranatha High School’s TILE Lab are stepping into that need in a meaningful and practical way. -
Maranatha Speech & Debate Competes at Cal Invitational
Each year, the Maranatha Speech & Debate Team travels to a college invitational, and this year, we headed to UC Berkeley. Over three days, students competed in full-day events held across campus, giving us the chance to experience Berkeley while putting our skills to the test. -
Academics as Formation: The Maranatha Approach
James K.A. Smith argues that education is not just about the ideas we think but about the habits that shape who we become. At Maranatha, academics are distinctive because learning is approached as formation rather than mere information transfer. -
Why We Have Flex Blocks at Maranatha
If you’ve heard your student mention “Flex,” you may be wondering what this block is all about and why we built it into the weekly schedule. -
A Year or Two… or Thirty-Four
Learn how a reluctant move to Southern California became a calling—and a legacy—for a beloved Maranatha educator. -
Watch: Our 60th Anniversary Message
Join us in marking Maranatha’s 60th Anniversary and hear a brief message from our Head of School.
By The Numbers
The "Maranatha Difference" is not just one thing - it's in everything we do!
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11:1
Student to Teacher Ratio -
20
Average Class Size -
61%
Teachers that Hold Master’s Degree -
16
Sports Offered -
44
Honors and Advanced Placement courses
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Changed Lives... Changing Lives
Maranatha students strive to be rigorous scholars, effective communicators, global stewards, and are able to model their faith to effect the world for Christ.
Staying Social
Located In Pasadena, CA, Maranatha High School is a Private Christian University Preparatory School For Grades 9 through 12. Students benefit from a challenging academic program, innovative technology, fine and performing arts, competitive athletics, and a wide selection of extracurricular activities.
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
Maranatha High School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accepted or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of color, national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school administered programs.
Maranatha High School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accepted or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of color, national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school administered programs.