St. Bonaventure High School was founded on the spiritual ideals of St. Francis of Assisi and the academic fervor of its namesake, St. Bonaventure.
We strive to inculcate the values emphasized by St. Francis in an academic setting that prepares and motivates young people to be committed to the Christian way of life.
St. Bonaventure High School is owned by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles and is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
The school is comprehensive with an emphasis on a college preparatory curriculum.
We serve a large geographical area that includes the communities of all southern Ventura County.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
127 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Bonaventure School?
The application deadline for St. Bonaventure School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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