Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Yearly Tuition: $21,300
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Salesian College Preparatory High School
About the School
- Salesian College Preparatory High School in Richmond, CA, serves 386 students in grades 9 through 12 within a suburban community setting.
- Founded in 1927, the school operates with a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 supported by 32 teaching staff.
- This co–educational Catholic high school offers 15 Advanced Placement courses and an enrollment reflecting 90.77% students of color.
- Annual tuition at Salesian College Preparatory is $21,300, aligning with private high school costs in the Richmond area.
- The campus covers 21 acres and the school ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for diversity, student body size, and school history.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Yearly Tuition: $21,300
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Salesian College Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Body
School History
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
386 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
91%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$21,300
Application URL
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Crimson
School Mascot
Pride
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Salesian College Preparatory High School cost?
Salesian College Preparatory High School's tuition is approximately $21,300 for private students.
What is Salesian College Preparatory High School's ranking?
Salesian College Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Salesian College Preparatory High School?
The application deadline for Salesian College Preparatory High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to Salesian College Preparatory High School is Salesian High School (0.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Paul School (0.2 miles away)
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Distance: 0.1 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 386 students
Catholic
2851 Salesian Ave
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 234-4433
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 117 students
Catholic
1825 Church Lane
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 233-3080
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 26 students
Daycare / Preschool
3240 San Pablo Dam Rd.
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 222-1144
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 177 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 6
Catholic
871 Sonoma Street
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 232-2283
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 38 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Extracurriculars: 5
6226 Arlington Blvd
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 237-4164
Distance: 0.1 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 386 students
Catholic
2851 Salesian Ave
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 234-4433
Distance: 2.9 mi
Gr: K-12 | 71 students
Baptist
431 Rincon Rd
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 223-9550
Distance: 2.9 mi
Gr: 4-12 | 24 students
Special Education School
1060 Manor Rd
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 300-6350
Distance: 3.3 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 38 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Special Education School
16330 San Pablo Ave
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 724-4494
Distance: 5.0 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 100 students
Avg. class size: 1 student
1231 Solano Ave
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 525-5506
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 117 students
Catholic
1825 Church Lane
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 233-3080
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 177 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 6
Catholic
871 Sonoma Street
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 232-2283
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 38 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Extracurriculars: 5
6226 Arlington Blvd
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 237-4164
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: 1-8 | 41 students
3120 Shane Dr
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 222-5050
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: K-8 | 41 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 2
Baptist
6382 Arlington Blvd
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 230-4902
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 117 students
Catholic
1825 Church Lane
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 233-3080
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 26 students
Daycare / Preschool
3240 San Pablo Dam Rd.
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 222-1144
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 177 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 6
Catholic
871 Sonoma Street
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 232-2283
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 38 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Extracurriculars: 5
6226 Arlington Blvd
Richmond, CA 94805
(510) 237-4164
Distance: 2.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 458 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 5
2060 Tapscott Ave / 960 Avis Drive
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 809-9001
School
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 5% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1250 23rd St.
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 231-1450
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 231-1450
0.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,280 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
(Math: 8% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1870 19th St.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 231-1420
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 231-1420
0.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 458 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
(Math: 10% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1231 18th St.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 234-3851
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 234-3851
0.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 388 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
(Math: 9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2711 Maricopa Ave.
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 231-1421
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 231-1421
0.7 miles
Gr: K-6 | 371 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
(Math: 8% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Downer Ave.
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 231-1422
Richmond, CA 94804
(510) 231-1422
0.7 miles
Gr: K-6 | 551 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
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