St Francis High School

St Francis High School

Private High School | Grade 9-12
5900 Elvas Ave,  Sacramento, CA
East Sacramento Neighborhood
4.3
3.7
1,025 Students
A+
Niche Grade
The St. Francis all-girls high school is a top-ranking college preparatory school located in East Sacramento. This Catholic institution invites students of all faiths, encouraging high academic standards and a spiritual path. What began in 1940 with a population of about 12 girls, St. Francis high school now serves about 1,025 young women, with a student-teacher ratio of approximately 15-to-1. While the academic standards at this school are rigorous, students are set up to succeed thanks to the school’s academic support, tutoring programs and guidance department. Classes include modern and classical languages, STEM studies, advanced placement classes, theology and art. School spirit runs high at St. Francis, where Troubies compete in all types of athletic programs, including volleyball, softball, swimming, track and cross country — just to name a few. The campus is nicely landscaped and includes seasonal flowers and attractive statuary. St. Francis Catholic High School is a well-known institution — students must apply for entrance. The location off Elvas Avenue is convenient to Highway 50, making it easy to get to this school from nearby communities.

School Details

Head of School
Patrick O'neill
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
29
Average GPA
3.68
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$16,640
Religious Affiliation
Catholic

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
B+
Teachers
A+
College Prep
A
Resources/Facilities
A+
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.68
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
46
Full Time Teachers
46
Part Time Teachers
0
College Prep
Average SAT
1250
Math
620
Verbal
640
Average ACT
29
Math
26
English
30
Reading
30
Science
28
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High

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Student Diversity

Female
100%
White
63.9%
Hispanic
12.4%
Two or more races
10.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
8.8%
Black
2.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.3%
Native American
<1%
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School Rankings

#16 Best All Girls Schools in California
#37 Best HS For Athletes in California
#40 Best Catholic Schools in California
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Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - Los Angeles 224 Students
San Diego State University 205 Students
University of California - San Diego 196 Students
University of California - Davis 186 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 182 Students
University of San Diego 177 Students
University of San Francisco 173 Students
University of California - Berkeley 171 Students
Loyola Marymount University 168 Students
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 162 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 150 Students
Business 142 Students
Psychology 114 Students
Nursing 91 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 65 Students
Political Science and Government 52 Students
English 46 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 44 Students
Chemistry 38 Students
Communications 38 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.3 282 Reviews
5.0 Senior
8/27/2024
Overall, I personally have had an amazing experience at St. Francis. The staff have been incredible and they are always willing to help. If I'm struggling in a class, I know they are always a resource I can use.
4.0 Parent
7/1/2024
We are just starting out but so far have been very impressed by the level of communication and the welcome provided by the school. It is stressful to start a new school but the administration and teachers have made it much less scary so far.
5.0 Parent
6/30/2024
Best part of our experience: St. Francis HS offers a rigorous Academic Program for those who wish to pursue it
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3.7 6 Reviews
5.0 parent
1/25/2022
My daughter is a graduating senior - through the pandemic. We have been extremely impressed by the guidance she's received from academic college counselors and campus ministry. Our interactions with Mr. Mendoza and leadership has been very personable and reveals a personal commitment to their studen...
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2.0 parent
2/21/2021
This is my daughters freshman year at St. Francis. We are extremely disappointed. Although the teachers seem to care about their students, the administration clearly does not. They are not willing to do anything to help the emotional well-being of their students. Weather it's students suffering from...
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5.0 parent
11/4/2013
Coming from a parent regarding my own experience... My daughter attends St. Francis HS and I have to say that thus far, it has truly been a wonderful experience for her. Being part of a Christian based school, the girls are encouraged to explore their religious identity on a deeper level, and they a...
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3.0 parent
8/12/2013
I overall enjoy this school. A wonderful place to send my daughters to, and a terrific environment for learning. There are so many wonderful girls and teachers. However, recently my daughter came home crying because a teacher penalized her for something she did not do. I have spoken with others abou...
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