St. Francis Catholic HS
Founded 1940. Home of the world's first all-female robotics team to win at the international level and an exclusive International Space Station program.
At a Glance
| Address | 5900 Elvas Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95819 (East Sacramento) |
| Phone | (916) 452-3461 |
| Website | stfrancishs.org |
| Principal | Patrick O'Neill |
| Admissions Director | Lisa Wilkins |
| Founded | 1940 |
| Grades | 9–12 (all-girls) |
| Affiliation | Catholic |
| Total Enrollment | ~964–1,025 students |
| Student–Teacher Ratio | 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 25 |
| Faculty | 74 — 78% hold advanced degrees |
| Mascot & Colors | Troubadour · Red, Gold |
| Distance from 701 Rolling Green | 7.0 mi · ~14 min |
Niche #1 Catholic High School in the Region
Costs & the Path In
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Yearly Tuition (2025–26) | $17,300 |
| Tuition (per PrivateSchoolReview) | $12,200 |
| Registration Fee | $600 |
| Technology Fee | $75 |
| Application Deadline | January 28 (then rolling) |
| Acceptance Rate | 100% |
| Students of Color | 36% |
13 AP Courses & Industry-Leading STEM
St. Francis lives its motto Pax et Bonum ("Peace and Goodness") through dedicated college-prep, faith formation, and signature programs few high schools in the country can match — including an exclusive partnership with the International Space Station.
AP courses: American Government/Politics, Computer Science, Art History, Biology, Calculus AB, Chemistry, English Literature, French 4, French Literature, Spanish 4, Spanish Literature, Studio Art, U.S. History.
Facilities: Arts Complex with 500-seat theatre, recording studio, science labs, Library Resource Center, 1,200-seat gymnasium with fitness facility.
12 Sports · 25 Clubs & Activities
Athletics (12 sports)
Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball, Water Polo.
25 Clubs & Activities
A Cappella, Anime, Art Club, Asian Pacific Club, Book Club, California Scholarship Federation, Celebrations Club, Club De Español, Disney Club, Environmental Club, Fashion Club, French Club, Gourmet Club, Il Circolo Italiano, In Production, International Dance, Junior Statesmen, L.I.V.E., Latin Club, Mandolin (student newspaper), National Honor Society, Pink Ladies, Spirit in Motion, Venture Club, Young Women Standing Up.
Reputation
- Ranked in the top 20% of private schools in California — largest student body, most sports offered, most extracurriculars, oldest founding date.
- GreatSchools community rating: 3.7/5 (6 reviews).
- Accredited by WASC; member of NCEA.
- Summer school offered.
Pax et Bonum — Peace and Goodness.
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