Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Salesian High School
About the School
- In the spirit of Saint John Bosco, Salesian High School seeks to educate students by helping them to develop into good Christian men and women whose lives and accomplishments will be for the benefit of humankind and to the glory of God.
- Salesian High School is a private, co-educational, Catholic secondary school owned and sponsored by the Salesian Society, a religious institution of the Catholic Church.
- It provides college preparatory and general education for students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, especially those who are poor, needy, or at risk without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, and/or socio-economic condition.
- It combines the elements of Church, school, playground, home, and family in accordance with Saint John Bosco's system of reason, religion, and loving kindness.
- In embracing Saint John Bosco's vision of community, the School relies on the collaboration of all members of the Salesian family-students, parents, administrators, teachers, staff, alumni/alumnae, and those benefactors from the public community who donate their time, efforts, and/or money to the school-as essential to the achievement of its spiritual and academic goals.
- In its educational programs, the School encourages students to develop their unique talents and gifts.
- It also values the innate worth and dignity of all students, and works to develop self-worth within each individual and respect for one another in a Christian community of faith, love, and fellowship.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Salesian High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Body
School History
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
386 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
91%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
74%
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
College Acceptance Rate
100%
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School Notes
- In the spirit of Saint John Bosco, Salesian High School seeks to educate students by helping them to develop into good Christian men and women whose lives and accomplishments will be for the benefit of humankind and to the glory of God. Salesian High School is a private, co-educational, Catholic secondary school owned and sponsored by the Salesian Society, a religious institution of the Catholic Church. It provides college preparatory and general education for students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, especially those who are poor, needy, or at risk without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, and/or socio-economic condition. It combines the elements of Church, school, playground, home, and family in accordance with Saint John Bosco's system of reason, religion, and loving kindness. In embracing Saint John Bosco's vision of community, the School relies on the collaboration of all members of the Salesian family-students, parents, administrators, teachers, staff, alumni/alumnae, and those benefactors from the public community who donate their time, efforts, and/or money to the school-as essential to the achievement of its spiritual and academic goals. In its educational programs, the School encourages students to develop their unique talents and gifts. It also values the innate worth and dignity of all students, and works to develop self-worth within each individual and respect for one another in a Christian community of faith, love, and fellowship.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salesian High School's ranking?
Salesian 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 High School?
The application deadline for Salesian High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Salesian High School located?
Salesian High School is located in the North And East neighborhood of Richmond, CA.
School Calendar
View the Salesian High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Holiday: Thanksgiving - School Closed
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Holiday: Day After Thanksgiving - School Closed
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
Holiday: Christmas Eve - School Closed
December 24, 2026 (Thursday)
Holiday: Christmas Day - School Closed
December 25, 2026 (Friday)
Holiday: New Year's Day - School Closed
January 01, 2027 (Friday)
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Salesian High School is Salesian College Preparatory High School (0.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Paul School (0.3 miles away)
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Distance: 0.1 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 386 students
Catholic
2851 Salesian Ave
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 234-4433
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 117 students
Catholic
1825 Church Lane
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 233-3080
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 26 students
Daycare / Preschool
3240 San Pablo Dam Rd.
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 222-1144
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 177 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 6
Catholic
871 Sonoma Street
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 232-2283
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 38 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Extracurriculars: 5
6226 Arlington Blvd
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 237-4164
Distance: 0.1 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 386 students
Catholic
2851 Salesian Ave
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 234-4433
Distance: 2.8 mi
Gr: K-12 | 71 students
Baptist
431 Rincon Rd
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 223-9550
Distance: 2.9 mi
Gr: 4-12 | 24 students
Special Education School
1060 Manor Rd
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 300-6350
Distance: 3.3 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 38 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Special Education School
16330 San Pablo Ave
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 724-4494
Distance: 4.9 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 100 students
Avg. class size: 1 student
1231 Solano Ave
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 525-5506
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 117 students
Catholic
1825 Church Lane
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 233-3080
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 177 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 6
Catholic
871 Sonoma Street
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 232-2283
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 38 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Extracurriculars: 5
6226 Arlington Blvd
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 237-4164
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: K-8 | 41 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 2
Baptist
6382 Arlington Blvd
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 230-4902
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: 1-8 | 41 students
3120 Shane Dr
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 222-5050
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 117 students
Catholic
1825 Church Lane
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 233-3080
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 26 students
Daycare / Preschool
3240 San Pablo Dam Rd.
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 222-1144
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 177 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 6
Catholic
871 Sonoma Street
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 232-2283
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 38 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Extracurriculars: 5
6226 Arlington Blvd
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 237-4164
Distance: 2.1 mi
Gr: PK-K | 31 students
Montessori School
801 Park Central St
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 223-0314
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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%
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Amador St.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 231-1409
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 231-1409
0.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 343 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
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
0.7 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
0.7 miles
Gr: K-6 | 388 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Helms Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Road 20
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 233-3988
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 233-3988
0.7 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 558 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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