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 Facts (2026)
- 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:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1880
Colors
Blue, Gold
Student Body
Total Students
288 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
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 and Oldest founding date.
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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(707) 546-6470
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(707) 571-1234
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(707) 571-1234
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(707) 546-6470
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(707) 527-7032
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(707) 527-7032
0.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 168 students Avg. class size: 12 students
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Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 523-2334
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 523-2334
1.8 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 39 students
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(707) 322-6038
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(707) 322-6038
1.8 miles
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4585 Badger Rd.
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(707) 539-1486
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Gr: PK-12 | 187 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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St. Rose Elementary School
(Catholic)
4300 Old Redwood Highway
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 545-0379
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 545-0379
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 304 students Avg. class size: 40 students Tuition listed
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(707) 527-7032
Santa Rosa, CA 94503
(707) 527-7032
0.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 168 students Avg. class size: 12 students
Redwood Adventist Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
385 Mark West Springs Rd
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(707) 545-1697
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
(707) 545-1697
0.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 96 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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3164 Condo Ct
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 523-2334
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 523-2334
1.8 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 39 students
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Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 322-6038
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 322-6038
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 10 students Tuition listed
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(Catholic)
4300 Old Redwood Highway
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 545-0379
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 545-0379
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 304 students Avg. class size: 40 students Tuition listed
2581 Gobar Lane
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 322-6038
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 322-6038
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 10 students Tuition listed
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Montessori School
2427 Professional Drive
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 528-0889
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 528-0889
2.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 33 students
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Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 284-3200
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 284-3200
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College Oak Montessori School
Montessori School
1925 W College Ave
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(707) 579-5510
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
(707) 579-5510
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 43 students Avg. class size: 15 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 44%)
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6/
Top 50%10
315 Mark West Springs Rd.
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
(707) 524-2980
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
(707) 524-2980
0.4 miles
Gr: K-6 | 411 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2590 Piner Rd.
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
(707) 524-2848
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
(707) 524-2848
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Gr: K-8 | 118 students Minority enrollment: 47%
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
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8/
Top 30%10
4600 Lavell Rd.
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 524-2990
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 524-2990
1.1 miles
Gr: K-6 | 425 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
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4/
Bottom 50%10
1370 San Miguel Ave.
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 522-3015
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 522-3015
1.4 miles
Gr: K-6 | 304 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
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5/
Bottom 50%10
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(707) 522-3030
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 522-3030
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Gr: K-6 | 258 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
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