Very Good
#268 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 15% of private schools
Salesian High School
High School
2851 SALESIAN AVE, Richmond, CA 94804
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#268 of 1,787
In Richmond
#2 of 5
public schools
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About Salesian High School
Salesian High School is a private high school in Richmond, CA. Salesian High School serves approximately 386 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Salesian High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #268 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Salesian High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Salesian High School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Richmond, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Salesian High School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Richmond High | 5.7 |
| Summit Public School: Tamalpais | 4.1 |
| Greenwood Academy | 4.8 |
| John F. Kennedy High | 4.8 |
| Making Waves Academy | 7.2 |
| De Anza High | 5.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2851 SALESIAN AVE, Richmond, CA 94804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salesian High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Middle College High (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby San Pablo), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SALESIAN COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Richmond High (rated 5.7/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Salesian High School d/b/a Salesian College Preparatory Richmond | 0.1 mi | — |
| SALESIAN COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Ford Elementary Richmond | 0.2 mi | 3.4 |
| St. Paul School San Pable | 0.3 mi | — |
| Richmond High Richmond | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Helms Middle San Pablo | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Grant Elementary Richmond | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Riverside Elementary Richmond | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Dover Elementary San Pablo | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Edward M. Downer Elementary San Pablo | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Richmond | 0.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Manzanita Middle Richmond | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Michelle Obama Elementary Richmond | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Middle College High San Pablo | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| ST DAVID SCHOOL Richmond | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| St. David School Richmond | 1.0 mi | — |
| Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co San Jose | 1.3 mi | 1.9 |
| Lovonya DeJean Middle Richmond | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Highland Elementary Richmond | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy San Pablo | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,430
Median Home Value
$618,000
Median Rent
$1,825/mo
Population
44,679
College Educated
32.5%
Homeownership
48.6%
Avg Commute
34.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
36.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salesian High School
What grades does Salesian High School serve?
Salesian High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Salesian High School?
Salesian High School has an enrollment of approximately 386 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salesian High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Salesian High School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Salesian High School rank in CA?
Salesian High School ranks #268 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Salesian High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Salesian High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Salesian High School a private school?
Yes, Salesian High School is a private coeducational 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 Salesian High School a religious school?
Salesian High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 386
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Phone
- (510) 234-4433
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