Admissions

Overview

Admissions to St. Francis High School: Apply Today
We are delighted that you have chosen to explore the possibility of a St. Francis education.

Welcome to SFHS. St. Francis Catholic High School Sacramento, CA

St. Francis is much more than just a school–it’s a community of young women who are creative thinkers and engaged learners. Our Troubies hail from133 different feeder schools and 68 zip codes, coming together to build deep connections and lifelong friendships.

What is the Admissions Process at St. Francis High School?

The best way to learn more about St. Francis is to come and experience it for yourself. We invite you to join us for arts performances, athletic contests, and the many events we host for prospective families. From campus tours to student and parent shadow days to Open House, the moment you walk through our doors you’ll know what sets St. Francis apart. We can’t wait to meet you and to introduce you to our dedicated faculty and amazing students. Come visit! 

Where to start? Complete our online inquiry form and we’ll keep you posted via email about all our events, deadlines, and opportunities.

How to Apply: Step-by-Step Guide

Important Dates and Deadlines for Admissions

  • September 15, 2025: Class of 2029 applications for admission and shadow day signups open
  • October 12, 2025: Open House
  • October 14, 2025: Application for Financial Aid opens
  • January 8, 2026: Class of 2030 Applications for Admission Due
  • January 8, 2026: Class of 2030 Applications for Financial Aid Due
  • January 10, 2026: High School Placement Test
  • January 17, 2026: Deadline to receive student video and completed principal and teacher recommendation forms, transcripts, and standardized testing scores.
  • January 17, 2026: Make-up High School Placement Test
  • February 18, 2026: Admission decisions shared
  • Click here for the full Admissions Timeline and Events

Why Choose St. Francis High School?

We are passionate about being an all-girls’ school because we know that spaces like ours are rare–where girls occupy every role, where everything is thoughtfully designed around girls and how they learn best.

Tuition, Financial Aid, and Scholarships at St. Francis

A transformational St. Francis education can be within reach. Through a generous tuition assistance program, we have long demonstrated our commitment to admitting and enrolling the most qualified and capable students regardless of their family’s financial circumstances. St. Francis is enriched by socioeconomic, religious, geographic, and cultural diversity.

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Exciting News: St. Francis Ranks #1

2025 Niche Best Schools.  St. Francis Catholic High School Sacramento, CA

St. Francis is proud to announce it has been nationally recognized as one of the Best Schools in America by Niche, the country’s leading college and school search platform. Niche has ranked St. Francis as the #1 Catholic High School in the Sacramento Area for 2025!

This prestigious ranking reflects our exceptional performance across numerous factors analyzed by Niche including academic performance, extracurricular activity opportunities, data from sources like the U.S. Department of Education and user input from current parents, students, faculty & staff, and alumnae.

Thank you for making St. Francis High School worthy of this national recognition!