Junipero Serra High School

Junipero Serra High school believes that students from all faiths and backgrounds deserve an academically challenging and spiritually enriching Catholic college preparatory education that forms them to become generous, responsible citizens and leaders.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 544 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,135
  • Acceptance rate: 65%
  • Average class size: 27 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Junipero Serra High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1950
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
544 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Junipero Serra High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
27 students
Number of AP Courses
9 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP English, AP Govt/Econ, AP Physics, AP Psychology, AP Spanish Lang/Lit, AP Studio Art, AP US History
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki pants and polo shirt

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
50%
Acceptance Rate
65%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
John Posatko
Admissions Associate
Raquel Armenta

Sports

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Junipero Serra High School cost?
Junipero Serra High School's tuition is approximately $7,135 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Junipero Serra High School?
The acceptance rate of Junipero Serra High School is 65%, which is lower than the national average of 84%. Junipero Serra High School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in California with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Junipero Serra High School offer?
Junipero Serra High School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. Junipero Serra High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is Junipero Serra High School's ranking?
When is the application deadline for Junipero Serra High School?
The application deadline for Junipero Serra High School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Calendar

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Event
Date
POWERSCHOOL CLOSED (Events)
May 15, 2024 (Wednesday)
School Closed (Events)
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
School Closed (Events)
June 19, 2024 (Wednesday)
First Day of School (Events)
August 14, 2024 (Wednesday)

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 544 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,135
  • Acceptance rate: 65%
  • Average class size: 27 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Los Angeles County, CA is $16,377 for elementary schools and $21,309 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles County, CA is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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