Welcome! The deadline to apply to join the Class of 2029 was in December of 2024.
Families who already submitted an application can check their status in Ravenna Hub. The online application for the Class of 2030 will be available in September, 2025.
The application process includes five parts:
- Online application
- High School Placement Test (HSPT)
- Interview
- Two academic letters of recommendation
- Grade 7 and 8 transcripts
Online Application
The first step of the application process is creating an account through Ravenna Hub.
After you create your account with Ravenna Solutions, select San Francisco Bay Area as your school region and search for Saint Francis High School.
The Online Application includes extracurricular interests, three essays and registration for the HSPT and interview. The application deadline for the class of 2029 was Friday, December 13, 2024.
The High School Placement Test (HSPT)
The HSPT is an entrance exam that is a required part of the application process for all 8th grade applicants.
Students applying to more than one Catholic high school in the San Jose, Oakland or San Francisco Dioceses may take the exam only once.
Students interested in taking the HSPT at Saint Francis High School registered to take the exam as part of the online application (there is no additional registration necessary).
Interview
Every applicant is required to sign up for an interview as part of the online application process. During this casual 10-minute interview, students will have an opportunity to talk with a Saint Francis teacher or administrator about their interests and goals for high school.
Students will share their preferred interview dates when they complete the online application. The Admissions team will schedule all applicant interviews and share the student interview date and times in early January via email. All interviews will take place on campus or via Zoom from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Academic Letters of Recommendation
Saint Francis requires two academic letters of recommendation. These letters may be completed by one of the following people: principal, counselor or grade 7 or 8 teacher of a core subject (English, math, social studies, etc.)
These letters of recommendation must be submitted electronically with the online application.
Non-academic letters of recommendation are not required, but if you would like to submit one, we will add it to the applicant’s file.
Transcripts
Saint Francis requires students to submit a copy of their grade 7 and 8 transcripts.
Please complete the Request for Academic Records Form electronically in Ravenna.
The transcripts need to be either submitted electronically in Ravenna or e-mailed directly to Saint Francis High School from the middle school.
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How Can We Help?
| Director of Admissions |
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Simon Raines
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| Assistant Admissions Director & Shadow Program Coordinator |
Katie Mitchell
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| Admissions Administrative Assistant |
Theresa Mattson
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How Can We Help?
The admissions journey can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Whether you're curious about key dates, next steps, or how to apply, our Admissions Team is here to support you every step of the way. Reach out anytime—we’re happy to assist and excited to welcome you to the Saint Francis community.
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Simon Raines P: 650 968-1213 | Ext. 213 Katie Mitchell P: 650 968-1213 | Ext. 270 Theresa Mattson P: 650 968-1213 | Ext. 212 |
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