St. Francis High School

Saint Francis High School, a Catholic and college preparatory community, educates the whole person in the tradition of Holy Cross.
Saint Francis High School provides an environment which encourages students to achieve their highest potential through spiritual development, intellectual development, and social development.
Spiritual development imparts Christian values and promotes community service. Intellectual development fosters academic achievement and lifelong learning, and social development provides exposure to a broad range of activities and experiences.
Saint Francis High School promotes and builds Christian morality in relationships among members of the school community and within society as a whole, promoting a spirit of family.
The school is committed to building a just society within the world community in which service to others is practiced by all.
Saint Francis High School challenges each student to reach full academic potential.
Recognizing the importance of developing skills in the areas of reading, writing, mathematics, technology, and creative expression, the school offers a variety of experiences in the liberal arts, the sciences and the fine and performing arts.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,776 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Francis High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12

Student Body

Total Students
1,776 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
48%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
St. Francis High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Francis High School's ranking?
St. Francis High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Francis High School?
The application deadline for St. Francis High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
What neighborhood is St. Francis High School located?
St. Francis High School is located in the Cuesta Park neighborhood of Mountain View, CA.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,776 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Santa Clara County, CA is $23,113 for elementary schools and $30,777 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Santa Clara County, CA is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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