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St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, Inc.
High School
2400 East Lake Avenue, Watsonville, CA 95076
About St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, Inc.
St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, Inc. is a private high school in Watsonville, CA 95076. The school serves approximately 214 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.8:1.
It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 3.2/10, placing it in the 39.6th percentile among private schools in CA — an below average rating overall. The school scores particularly well in school profile (7.5/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $86,685, where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Compared to the 7 public schools in Watsonville, St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, Inc. rates lower overall (3.2 vs 5.2 average).
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BetaHow St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, Inc. compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Watsonville, CA
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, Inc. (this school) | 3.2 |
| Pacific Coast Charter | 4.6 |
| PVUSD Virtual Academy | 5.1 |
| Watsonville High | 3.5 |
| Diamond Technology Institute | 8.3 |
| Ceiba College Preparatory Academy | 5.4 |
| New School Community Day | 3.8 |
| Pajaro Valley High | 5.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
2400 East Lake Avenue, Watsonville, CA 95076
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL SALESIAN COLLEGE PREP Watsonville | 0.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Lakeview Middle Watsonville | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Ann Soldo Elementary Watsonville | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| T. S. MacQuiddy Elementary Watsonville | 1.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Watsonville Charter School of the Arts Watsonville | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Alianza Charter Watsonville | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| E. A. Hall Middle Watsonville | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Mintie White Elementary Watsonville | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Pacific Coast Charter Watsonville | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Amesti Elementary Watsonville | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Watsonville High Watsonville | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| PVUSD Virtual Academy Watsonville | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Linscott Charter Watsonville | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Moreland Notre Dame Watsonville | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| MORELAND NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Watsonville | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter Freedom | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| H. A. Hyde Elementary Watsonville | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watsonville | 2.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Watsonville Prep Hollister | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Middle Watsonville | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,685
Median Home Value
$767,200
Median Rent
$1,851/mo
Population
82,409
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chrystian school of Education Jackson, CA | 3.2 |
| IDEA Center El Cajon, CA | 3.2 |
| ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL SALESIAN COLLEGE PREP Watsonville, CA | 3.2 |
| The Thacher School Ojai, CA | 3.2 |
| VILLANOVA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Ojai, CA | 3.2 |
| Altus Schools East County San Diego, CA | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, Inc.
What grades does St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, Inc. serve?
St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, Inc. serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, Inc.?
St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, Inc. has an enrollment of approximately 214 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, Inc.?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, Inc. is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, Inc. rank in CA?
St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, Inc. is ranked #1919 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, Inc.'s MySchoolScout rating?
St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, Inc. has a composite rating of 3.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, Inc. a private school?
Yes, St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, Inc. is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 214
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Santa Cruz
- Phone
- (831) 724-5933
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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