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#1080 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St John Bosco
High School
13640 BELLFLOWER BLVD, Bellflower, CA 90706
Enrollment
756
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
756
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,080 of 1,787
In Bellflower
#4 of 6
public schools
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About St John Bosco
St John Bosco is a private high school in Bellflower, CA. St John Bosco serves approximately 756 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Bosco has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,080 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
St John Bosco 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 John Bosco compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Bellflower, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John Bosco (this school) | 6.0 |
| Bellflower High | 7.3 |
| Somerset High | 5.8 |
| Las Flores Home Education Independent Study Academy | 5.4 |
| Mayfair High | 6.9 |
| Bellflower Alternative Education Center | — |
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
13640 BELLFLOWER BLVD, Bellflower, CA 90706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John Bosco may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bellflower High (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Columbus (Christopher) High (rated 5.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Downey), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bellflower, see our Bellflower schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST DOMINIC SAVIO SCHOOL Bellflower | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| St. Dominic Savio Bellflower | 0.2 mi | — |
| Lewis (Ed C.) Elementary Downey | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Ernie Pyle Elementary Bellflower | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary Downey | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Cedar House Academy Downey | 0.8 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downey | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Calvary Chapel Christian Downey | 0.8 mi | — |
| Frank E. Woodruff Elementary Bellflower | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Washington Elementary Bellflower | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Bellflower High Bellflower | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Gauldin (A.L.) Elementary Downey | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Columbus (Christopher) High Downey | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Woodruff Academy Downey | 1.0 mi | — |
| Adventist Union School Bellflower | 1.2 mi | — |
| Albert Baxter Elementary Bellflower | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| ADVENTIST UNION SCHOOL Bellflower | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Ward (E. W.) Elementary Downey | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Sussman (Edward A.) Middle Downey | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| New River Elementary Norwalk | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,602
Median Home Value
$661,100
Median Rent
$1,771/mo
Population
77,396
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
38.1%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
35.9
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|---|---|
| Aspire Benjamin Holt College Preparatory Academy Oakland, CA | 6.0 |
| Aspire Ollin University Preparatory Academy Huntington Park, CA | 6.0 |
| Clairemont High San Diego, CA | 6.0 |
| Colusa High Colusa, CA | 6.0 |
| DAMIEN HIGH SCHOOL La Verne, CA | 6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John Bosco
What grades does St John Bosco serve?
St John Bosco serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St John Bosco?
St John Bosco has an enrollment of approximately 756 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Bosco?
The student-teacher ratio at St John Bosco is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John Bosco rank in CA?
St John Bosco ranks #1,080 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St John Bosco's MySchoolScout rating?
St John Bosco has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St John Bosco a private school?
Yes, St John Bosco 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 St John Bosco a religious school?
St John Bosco has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 756
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (562) 920-1734
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