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A Mission in Action
Students and their families choose SHC for the strength of our academics, our diverse array of cocurricular opportunities and for the warmth of our inclusive and nurturing community. The tenets that SHC was founded upon in 1852 remain today: a commitment to serving San Francisco’s diverse youth and providing an academically rigorous, Catholic education. We are proud of our vibrant, close-knit community, and we all work together to educate today’s youth and create tomorrow’s leaders at our innovative private high school.
175 Years of Inspiring Excellence
27
AP Courses
100%
College Acceptance Rate
60+
Cocurricular Activities
Academic Excellence
Unique Academic Programs
Academic Explorations, Service Learning and 4-year academic and enrichment programs (Innovation and Inquiry and De Paul Scholar) for the highest-performing students.
Rigorous AP Curriculum
27 AP courses, including English Language & Composition, World Language, Mathematics and Science & Computer Science, prepare students for university-level academics.
Competitive Cocurriculars
Robotics. Speech & Debate. SHC students travel to compete, nurture interests and develop tangible skills for their future.
Our Counseling and Advising team provides students with the guidance needed to navigate a rigorous college-prep curriculum commensurate with the individual student’s gifts, talents, and aspirations.
Fearless, we pursue
Collaboration
SHC Spotlight
Fearless, we pursue
Our Passions
Experience SHC through the eyes of our students, faculty, staff and alumni! SHC’s blog celebrates the people and spirit that define our vibrant community.
Fearless, we pursue
Victory
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Next Event
Oct 24, 2026
Open House
Once a year, SHC opens its doors to hundreds of visitors for an Open House. On Saturday, October 24, 2026 from 9-noon, we invite you to walk through our state-of-the-art facilities, speak to our teach ...
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