Salesian College Preparatory High School in Richmond, CA, serves 386 students in grades 9 through 12 within a suburban community setting.
Founded in 1927, the school operates with a studentβteacher ratio of 12:1 supported by 32 teaching staff.
This coβeducational Catholic high school offers 15 Advanced Placement courses and an enrollment reflecting 90.77% students of color.
Annual tuition at Salesian College Preparatory is $21,300, aligning with private high school costs in the Richmond area.
The campus covers 21 acres and the school ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for diversity, student body size, and school history.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Yearly Tuition: $21,300
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Salesian College Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Body
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1927
Colors
White, Black, Crimson
Campus Size
21 acres
Student Body
Total Students
386 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
91%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$21,300
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pride
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Salesian College Preparatory High School cost?
Salesian College Preparatory High School's tuition is approximately $21,300 for private students.
What is Salesian College Preparatory High School's ranking?
Salesian College Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Salesian College Preparatory High School?
The application deadline for Salesian College Preparatory High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Salesian College Preparatory High School is Salesian High School (0.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Paul School (0.2 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
2851 Salesian Ave
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 234-4433
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 234-4433
0.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 386 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Paul School ![St. Paul School Photo - Friends reunite!]( "St. Paul School Photo - Friends reunite!")
(Catholic)
1825 Church Lane
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 233-3080
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 233-3080
0.2 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 117 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
El Sobrante KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
3240 San Pablo Dam Rd.
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 222-1144
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 222-1144
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 26 students
871 Sonoma Street
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 232-2283
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 232-2283
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 177 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
6226 Arlington Blvd
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 237-4164
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 237-4164
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 38 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
2851 Salesian Ave
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 234-4433
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 234-4433
0.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 386 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bethel Christian Academy
(Baptist)
431 Rincon Rd
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 223-9550
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 223-9550
2.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 71 students Tuition listed
Seneca Family Of Agencie- Catalyst Academy
Special Education School
1060 Manor Rd
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 300-6350
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 300-6350
2.9 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 24 students
Spectrum Center - Tara Hills
Special Education School
16330 San Pablo Ave
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 724-4494
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 724-4494
3.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 38 students Avg. class size: 8 students
1231 Solano Ave
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 525-5506
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 525-5506
5 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 100 students Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Paul School ![St. Paul School Photo - Friends reunite!]( "St. Paul School Photo - Friends reunite!")
(Catholic)
1825 Church Lane
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 233-3080
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 233-3080
0.2 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 117 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
871 Sonoma Street
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 232-2283
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 232-2283
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 177 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
6226 Arlington Blvd
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 237-4164
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 237-4164
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 38 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Arlington Christian School ![Arlington Christian School Photo - Chapel service at the Arlington Christian School is always the highlight of the week!]( "Arlington Christian School Photo - Chapel service at the Arlington Christian School is always the highlight of the week!")
(Baptist)
6382 Arlington Blvd
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 230-4902
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 230-4902
1.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 41 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 2 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Paul School ![St. Paul School Photo - Friends reunite!]( "St. Paul School Photo - Friends reunite!")
(Catholic)
1825 Church Lane
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 233-3080
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 233-3080
0.2 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 117 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
El Sobrante KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
3240 San Pablo Dam Rd.
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 222-1144
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 222-1144
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 26 students
871 Sonoma Street
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 232-2283
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 232-2283
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 177 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
6226 Arlington Blvd
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 237-4164
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 237-4164
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 38 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
2060 Tapscott Ave / 960 Avis Drive
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 809-9001
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 809-9001
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 458 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Richmond High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1250 23rd St.
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 231-1450
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 231-1450
0.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,280 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Dover Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1870 19th St.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 231-1420
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 231-1420
0.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 458 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Edward M. Downer Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1231 18th St.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 234-3851
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 234-3851
0.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 388 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Ford Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2711 Maricopa Ave.
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 231-1421
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 231-1421
0.7 miles
Gr: K-6 | 371 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Grant Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Downer Ave.
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 231-1422
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 231-1422
0.7 miles
Gr: K-6 | 551 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
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