Junipero Serra High School

Junipero Serra High School

Private High School | Grade 9-12
451 W 20th Ave,  San Mateo, CA
4.0
3.4
870 Students
A
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School Details

Head of School
Lars Lund
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1290
Average ACT Score
29
Average GPA
3.53
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$28,200
Religious Affiliation
Catholic

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.53
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
58
Full Time Teachers
51
Part Time Teachers
7
Teachers in First or Second Year
1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1290
Math
660
Verbal
640
Average ACT
29
Math
28
English
28
Reading
30
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
22
AP Pass Rate
85%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
84%
Clubs and Activities
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male
100%
White
55.1%
Two or more races
21%
Asian or Pacific Islander
12.9%
Hispanic
5.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
3%
Black
2%
Native American
<1%
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School Rankings

#14 Best All Boys Schools in California
#76 Best Catholic Schools in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - Los Angeles 146 Students
San Diego State University 128 Students
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 128 Students
University of California - San Diego 123 Students
University of California - Berkeley 107 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 104 Students
Loyola Marymount University 102 Students
University of Southern California 100 Students
Santa Clara University 93 Students
University of California - Davis 92 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 169 Students
Biology 48 Students
Economics 48 Students
Computer Science 43 Students
Marketing 31 Students
Finance 30 Students
Psychology 29 Students
Engineering 26 Students
Mechanical Engineering 26 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 25 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 314 Reviews
5.0 Parent
11/21/2024
Our son graduated last year and we were very impressed with the school, the teachers and the facilities. Our son is in college now and has found himself well prepared.
5.0 Parent
9/19/2024
Great for academically and socially for my family. Lots of support and a range of classes and clubs.
5.0 Parent
9/12/2024
I have two sons at Serra currently and many family members who attended Serra. Serra's greatest asset is their community and brotherhood that is with you in high school and also after high school. My sons have really enjoyed their time at Serra and have grown into such amazing young men. The commitment from the school administration to fostering whole person development are extraordinary. Recent graduates have been accepted to top schools and beyond capable to compete in collegiate academic spheres. On what is lacking: More relaxed school dances/mixers and tri-school activities are needed to be hosted by Serra for the boys outside of the prom and winter formal.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 23 Reviews
3.0 other
11/16/2023
At the time I went through Serra (all 4 years), athletics were the focus. I agree with some reviews that, unless you were an athlete, you were just another student. I do remember some particularly good teachers at Serra, but nothing you might not have had at the public high schools in the area at th...
1.0 parent
2/22/2023
Unfortunately at junípero Serra they don't practice what they preach. Their catchy phrase is "Always Forward or Siempre Adelante " that was the philosophy of Father Junipero Serra.Recently my son has being diagnosed with SAD, social anxiety and depression. He was recommended to attend a residential...
2.0 parent
5/30/2021
A safe place to send your kid to learn ethics. However, the academics are mediocre and public's schools have more options, more qualified teachers, and more opportunities. Our son did not even have an option for a science class in his senior year. Serra works hard at making sure grades are good for...
5.0 parent
7/16/2017
Serra high school has been truly amazing for my son. He will be entering his Junior year this coming Fall and he is having the high school experience of a lifetime. Not only is he thriving academically, socially and athletically, he is forming friendships with his fellow classmates that will last a...

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