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#913 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St Francis Catholic High School
High School
5900 ELVAS AVE, Sacramento, CA 95819
Enrollment
964
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
964
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#913 of 1,787
In Sacramento
#12 of 31
public schools
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About St Francis Catholic High School
St Francis Catholic High School is a private high school in Sacramento, CA. St Francis Catholic High School serves approximately 964 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #913 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
St Francis Catholic 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 St Francis Catholic High School compares to 59 public schools serving similar grades in Sacramento, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Francis Catholic High School (this school) | 6.2 |
| Umoja International Academy | 7.4 |
| Hiram W. Johnson High | 4.3 |
| Sacramento Charter High | 5.2 |
| American Legion High (Continuation) | 6.4 |
| West Campus | 8.1 |
| SAVA - Sacramento Academic and Vocational Academy - SCUSD | 5.9 |
| Encina Preparatory High | 4.2 |
| Palmiter Special Education | 5.7 |
| Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./Sr. High | 4.9 |
| C. K. McClatchy High | 4.9 |
| The MET | 7.4 |
| Fortune | 5.6 |
| Rio Americano High | 5.3 |
| Marconi Learning Academy | 4.6 |
| Arthur A. Benjamin Health Professions High | 6.8 |
| New Technology High | 6.6 |
| Las Flores High (Alternative) | 6.1 |
| Daylor (William) High (Continuation) | 4.2 |
| Luther Burbank High | 5.9 |
| Rosemont High | 4.7 |
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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.
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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
5900 ELVAS AVE, Sacramento, CA 95819
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Francis Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. West Campus (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Umoja International Academy (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hiram W. Johnson High (rated 4.3/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Phoebe A. Hearst Elementary Sacramento | 0.2 mi | 8.6 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Sacramento | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| LIGHTHOUSE Sacramento | 0.5 mi | — |
| Umoja International Academy Sacramento | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Tahoe Elementary Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Aspire Capitol Heights Academy Oakland | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Caleb Greenwood Elementary Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Hiram W. Johnson High Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| The Language Academy of Sacramento Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Giving Back 2 Kids Lab School, LLC Sacramento | 1.6 mi | — |
| Theodore Judah Elementary Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| SHALOM SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Shalom School Sacramento | 1.7 mi | — |
| New Joseph Bonnheim (NJB) Community Charter Sacramento | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| David Lubin Elementary Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Sacramento | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| West Campus Sacramento | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| California Montessori Project - Capitol Campus Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| SACRAMENTO COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Sacramento Country Day School Sacramento | 1.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95819 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,500
Median Home Value
$716,000
Median Rent
$2,007/mo
Population
20,173
College Educated
68.3%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
37.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Francis Catholic High School
What grades does St Francis Catholic High School serve?
St Francis Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St Francis Catholic High School?
St Francis Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 964 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Francis Catholic High School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Francis Catholic High School rank in CA?
St Francis Catholic High School ranks #913 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Francis Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Francis Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Francis Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, St Francis Catholic High School is a private all-girls 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 St Francis Catholic High School a religious school?
St Francis Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 964
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 74
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Phone
- (916) 452-3461
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