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#846 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Top 47% of private schools

Don Bosco Technical Institute

High School

1151 SAN GABRIEL BLVD, Rosemead, CA 91770

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 14 schools in Rosemead. Learn more

Enrollment

317

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

6.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

California high schools

#154 of 277

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Don Bosco Technical Institute

Don Bosco Technical Institute serves 317 students in grades 9-12 as a public high school in Rosemead, California. With 29 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 10.8:1, allowing for more personalized attention and smaller class sizes than many larger high schools. The school has earned impressive recognition, receiving a 9.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #25 out of 1,790 high schools statewide, placing it in the 99th percentile of California schools.

This exceptional ranking reflects the school's commitment to academic excellence and student achievement. Don Bosco Technical Institute draws students from a diverse community where the median household income is $70,863 and the poverty rate stands at 11.7%. The surrounding area has a college education rate of 23% among residents with bachelor's degrees or higher, with median home values around $673,800, indicating a stable middle-class neighborhood.

The school's technical focus likely provides students with valuable career preparation alongside traditional academics. Located on San Gabriel Boulevard in Rosemead, Don Bosco Technical Institute sits in the heart of Los Angeles County's large suburban landscape, offering students access to both educational opportunities and the broader resources of the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, Don Bosco Technical Institute operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$26,911
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$32,068
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.19x — Strong
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
54%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$19.6M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 317 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Don Bosco Technical Institute compares to the 14 public schools in Rosemead, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
This School
vs
21.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
317
This School
vs
491
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
7.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 93.1% vs 0%
Black 5.4% vs 0%
White 0.6% vs 0%
Asian 0.6% vs 0%
Don Bosco Technical Institute Rosemead Public Avg

All Schools in Rosemead

School Rating
Don Bosco Technical Institute (this school) 6.3
Rice (Eldridge) Elementary 4.3
Temple (Roger W.) Intermediate 8.1
Sanchez (George I.) Elementary 6.2
Bitely (Arlene) Elementary 6.0
Garvey (Richard) Intermediate 8.9
Willard (Frances E.) Elementary 8.9
Duff Language Magnet Academy 9.3
Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary 4.6
Mildred B. Janson Elementary 7.4
Savannah Elementary 5.5
Muscatel Middle 8.8
Emma W. Shuey Elementary 8.4
Rosemead High 8.5
Encinita Elementary 6.7

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,313.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 13%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 317
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 93.1%
Black 5.4%
White 0.6%
Asian 0.6%
Two or More 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1151 SAN GABRIEL BLVD, Rosemead, CA 91770

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Don Bosco Technical Institute may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Duff Language Magnet Academy (rated 9.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hillcrest Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Monterey Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Potrero Heights Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby South San Gabriel), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rosemead, see our Rosemead schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Don Bosco Technical Institute Rosemead 0.1 mi
Potrero Heights Elementary South San Gabriel 0.5 mi 9.0
Rice (Eldridge) Elementary Rosemead 0.8 mi 4.3
Temple (Roger W.) Intermediate Rosemead 1.3 mi 8.1
Sanchez (George I.) Elementary Rosemead 1.3 mi 6.2
La Merced Intermediate Montebello 1.3 mi 7.8
La Merced Academy Montebello 1.4 mi 8.4
Hillcrest Elementary Monterey Park 1.4 mi 9.1
SUNSHINE EDUCATIONAL CENTER Rosemead 1.7 mi
Willard (Frances E.) Elementary Rosemead 1.7 mi 8.9
Garvey (Richard) Intermediate Rosemead 1.7 mi 8.9
Bitely (Arlene) Elementary Rosemead 1.7 mi 6.0
Monterey Vista Elementary Monterey Park 1.7 mi 6.7
Duff Language Magnet Academy Rosemead 2.0 mi 9.3
ARMENIAN MESROBIAN SCHOOL Pico Rivera 2.1 mi 6.9
Armenian Mesrobian School Pico Rivera 2.1 mi
Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary Rosemead 2.0 mi 4.6
Fremont Elementary Montebello 2.1 mi 7.1
Durfee Elementary Pico Rivera 2.1 mi 5.5
Montebello Gardens Elementary Pico Rivera 2.2 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91770 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,757

Median Home Value

$712,700

Median Rent

$1,740/mo

Population

58,893

College Educated

23.1%

Homeownership

51.1%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

44.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Don Bosco Technical Institute has a median household income of $73,757. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $712,700, with a median rent of $1,740/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.8%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Don Bosco Technical Institute

What grades does Don Bosco Technical Institute serve?

Don Bosco Technical Institute serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Don Bosco Technical Institute?

Don Bosco Technical Institute has an enrollment of approximately 317 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Don Bosco Technical Institute?

The student-teacher ratio at Don Bosco Technical Institute is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Don Bosco Technical Institute rank in CA?

Don Bosco Technical Institute is ranked #846 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is Don Bosco Technical Institute's MySchoolScout rating?

Don Bosco Technical Institute has a composite rating of 6.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Don Bosco Technical Institute a private school?

Yes, Don Bosco Technical Institute is a private all-boys school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Don Bosco Technical Institute a religious school?

Don Bosco Technical Institute has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,868/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Rosemead). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
317
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.1 hours
Days Per Year
185 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
LOS ANGELES
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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