Xavier College Preparatory High School actively seeks, educates and nurtures young men and women from a wide variety of ethnic, socio-economic, and religious backgrounds in the coachella valley and beyond.
In the tradition of St. Ignatius of loyola, the founder of the society of Jesus, Jesuit education develops the whole person through a challenging educational experience, grounded spiritual and religious formation and motivation co-curricular programs.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Xavier College Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Student Body
Total Students
559 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
51%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Xavier College Preparatory High School's ranking?
Xavier College Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Xavier College Preparatory High School?
The application deadline for Xavier College Preparatory High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
View the Xavier College Preparatory High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day for Shadow-A-Saint Program
April 17, 2025 (Thursday)
End Quarter 1 - Fall Break No School
October 10, 2025 (Friday)
Fall Break No School
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
School Reviews
5 4/18/2013
The education is phenominal along with the teachers (who actually care about the students). They have more extracurricular activities than the public schools of the coachella valley have. There is so much academic and athletic awesomeness.
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