Maximize Saint Francis Admissions Success: Expert Guidance for Asian American Families
Navigating a Mountain View Catholic School in the Heart of Silicon Valley
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Saint Francis High School: A Perspective for Asian American Families
Saint Francis High School sits in Mountain View, in the heart of Silicon Valley, an area with one of the country’s largest Asian American populations. Saint Francis does not publish a current, verified breakdown of its own student demographics, so families should rely on a campus visit and direct conversation with admissions to get an accurate, current picture rather than third-party estimates. The school describes its more than 100 clubs, affinity groups, and student-led activities as central to how students connect and thrive on campus. Founded in 1955 in the Holy Cross tradition, Saint Francis enrolls about 1,760 students in Grades 9–12.
Fast Facts
Location
1885 Miramonte Avenue, Mountain View, CA 94040
Type
Private, Co-Ed, Day School, Catholic (Holy Cross Tradition), College Preparatory, Grades 9–12
Enrollment
1,760 students; current demographic breakdown not independently verified
Regional Context
Located in Mountain View, within Silicon Valley’s large Asian American community
Clubs & Affinity Groups
100+ total, including identity-based and interest-based groups
Community & Admissions Snapshot
Demographic Data
Not independently verified; confirm current figures directly with the school
Clubs, Affinity Groups & Activities
100+ total
Athletics
70+ teams
Testing Required
HSPT, built into the online application
Recommendation Letters Required
2 (principal, VP, counselor, or 7th/8th grade core teacher)
Because current, verified demographic and affinity-group data isn’t publicly available, families should ask directly which specific clubs and affinity groups are currently active during a campus visit.
Want a Full Picture?
For full admissions requirements and student life details that apply to every applicant, read our How to Get Into Saint Francis High School: Navigating Admissions.
What Families Should Ask Given Limited Public Data
Since Saint Francis doesn’t publish a current, verified demographic breakdown, the most reliable way for Asian American families to understand community fit is direct conversation with the admissions office and current families.
Ask specifically about currently active clubs and affinity groups, how the school’s Mission and Ministry programs engage students from different faith backgrounds, and what current students say about their experience, rather than relying on outdated or unverified third-party statistics.
Key Admissions Dates & Events
Application Windows Open
Sept 2, 2026 (2:00 pm)
Open House
October 18, 2026 (9:00 am–12:00 pm)
Virtual Academic Night
October 21, 2026 (7:00–8:00 pm)
Lancers After the Bell
November 18, 2026 (3:30–8:00 pm)
Application Support Night
November 18, 2026 (5:00–7:00 pm)
Application Deadline
December 11, 2026 (11:59 pm)
High School Placement Test
January 9 & 23, 2027 (9:00 am–12:00 pm)
Interview Nights
January 14, 21, 26, and 28, 2027 (Zoom)
Transcripts & Recommendations Due
February 1, 2027
Admissions Decision Release
March 12, 2027 (5:00 pm)
Admitted Students Welcome Night
March 16, 2027 (6:30–8:00 pm)
Admitted Students Drop-in Hours
March 22, 2027 (3:30–7:30 pm)
Registration Deadline
March 23, 2027 (4:00 pm)
Qualifying Placement Exam
April 10, 2027 (8:00 am–2:00 pm)
What Are the Application Requirements for Saint Francis High School?
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01Student Essay
The online application submitted through Ravenna Hub requires 8th-grade applicants to complete three student essays. These essays ask candidates to reflect on their co-curricular interests, personal background, and alignment with Saint Francis’s Holy Cross values.
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02HSPT
The High School Placement Test is required for all applicants and is registered for directly within the online application. HSPT subject scores can also determine eligibility for certain honors-level placements once enrolled.
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03Recommendations
Two academic letters of recommendation are required, completed by a principal, vice-principal, counselor, or a 7th or 8th grade core-subject teacher (English, math, or science).
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04Transcript
Applicants must submit official middle school academic records. Saint Francis requires complete grade reports from 7th grade (full year) and 8th grade (first semester/trimester). This academic record is evaluated to ensure candidates are prepared for Saint Francis’s rigorous college-preparatory curriculum.
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05Interview
As part of the 9th-grade evaluation process, applicants participate in a personal 10-minute interview. These casual, conversation-style interviews are conducted on campus or via Zoom in January by a member of the Saint Francis faculty or administration to discuss the student’s interests, goals, and fit for the school community.
Expert Admissions Guidance for Your Saint Francis Application
Cardinal Education has worked with Asian American families across Silicon Valley navigating Saint Francis’s HSPT-driven process and helping them ask informed, direct questions about community fit given the limited public demographic data available. Our consultants also help students prepare for the HSPT and secure strong recommendation letters.
For the general Saint Francis admissions timeline and requirements that apply to every applicant, explore Saint Francis High School Admissions Strategy & Application Consulting.
“Saint Francis gave our daughter a genuine sense of community and a rigorous academic foundation. Cardinal Education helped us prepare for the HSPT and the interview with real confidence.”— Saint Francis Parent
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Holy Cross tradition at Saint Francis?
Does Saint Francis have Asian American affinity groups?
Does Saint Francis require standardized testing?
Do we need to be Catholic to apply?
What is the interview like?
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