Junipero Serra High School

5.00 (1 review)

14830 Van Ness Avenue
Gardena, CA 90249

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Tel: (310) 324-6675

www.la-serrahs.org

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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 (2023)

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

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

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.: 49%

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

$7,135

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% on Financial Aid

50%

Acceptance Rate

65%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

John Posatko

Admissions Associate

Raquel Armenta

Sports

Total Sports Offered

14 sports

Sports

Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track

Source: Verified school update

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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 85%. 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?

Junipero Serra High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of students of color, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

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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PowerSchool Closed (Events)

May 17, 2023 (Wednesday)

School Closed (Events)

May 29, 2023 (Monday)

School Closed (Events)

June 19, 2023 (Monday)

School Closed (Events)

July 04, 2023 (Tuesday)

School Reviews

5 5/17/2016

It's really organized and sufficient. They have lots of fun activities and great classes.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Graci

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