Ursuline High School

Ursuline High School, founded in 1880 in Santa Rosa, California, and based on the teachings of Jesus Christ as manifested in the life of Saint Angela Merici, is a private Catholic secondary school committed to excellence in educating young women.
Our well-qualified and caring educational community prepares students of increasingly diverse population and background for college, life-long learning, and service in an ever-changing world.
We strive to empower our students to realize their full potential, to pursue social justice and to provide leadership in responding to the needs of their time.
In the spirit of the Gospels, we challenge each student to seek knowledge, to clarify her values and to act on her convictions.
We are committed to an educational environment with the spirit and intimacy of a family.
We provide an active academic community that is responsive to student needs and provides a solid base for further educational pursuits.
We provide a relevant curriculum that connects learning to real-world experiencess.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 288 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Ursuline High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

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Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12

Student Body

Total Students
288 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Ursuline High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ursuline High School's ranking?
Ursuline High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Ursuline High School?
The application deadline for Ursuline High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 288 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Santa Rosa, CA is $11,421 for elementary schools and $19,524 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Santa Rosa, CA is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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