JSerra Catholic High School

What JSerra Catholic High School does

JSerra Catholic High School is an independent, co-educational Catholic college-preparatory school serving approximately 1,250 students in grades 9-12 on a 39-acre campus at 26351 Junipero Serra Road in San Juan Capistrano, California. Founded in 2003 by a group of parents and operated as a Religious 501(c)(3) under a self-appointing Board of Directors, the school delivers a faith-integrated academic program featuring 30+ honors and AP courses at an 18:1 student-teacher ratio with average class sizes of 17-24 students. Its academic portfolio includes five specialized Magnet Programs (Business, Engineering, Law, Medical, Arts), a classical liberal arts Humanities Program combining English and Theology, Learning and Academic Support services, an Online Education option, and an International Student Enrichment Program hosting students from at least nine countries via homestay partner JR Education Group.

The school's technology infrastructure is administrative rather than instructional: the Finalsite Enrollment platform handles admissions, HSPT registration, and application tracking; SchoolAdmin Online serves as the parent portal; FACTS manages financial aid and tuition payments; Naviance supports college planning; the Titan HST mobile app enables campus safety reporting; and a One-To-One device program supports curricular delivery. Athletics are anchored in the Trinity League, one of the most competitive high school conferences in the country, with 28 varsity sports and a 29-acre athletics complex featuring an Olympic-sized pool, artificial turf, and a training center; cumulative results include 22 Trinity League, 12 CIF, and 7 CIF State titles.

Revenue is generated through a layered per-student pricing architecture: $26,200 base tuition for 2026-27 (managed via FACTS payment plans), $1,000 non-refundable registration, $750 tech fee, $2,000 athletics fee, $1,000 per Magnet Program, $2,000-$2,500 for Learning and Academic Support, $800 per online class per semester, $425 for Lion Engage summer programming, plus transportation services and Summer School/Abroad add-ons. The go-to-market motion is direct-to-consumer across Orange County and selective international markets, with admissions generated through Shadow Days, Friday Night Lights, the Lion Engage summer pipeline, Athletic Info Nights, and the annual College Fair hosting ~200 universities. Philanthropic giving (Lion's Share Annual Fund, Mission Campaign, Endowments, Gala/JESPY) supplements tuition while the school awards more than $3M in grants annually to over 25% of its student body.

Name

JSerra Catholic High School

Legal name

JSerra Catholic High School

Website

https://jserra.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

JSerra Catholic High School is an independent Catholic co-educational college-preparatory school in San Juan Capistrano, California, serving approximately 1,250 students in grades 9-12 through 30+ honors and AP courses, five Magnet Programs, and 28 varsity sports in the Trinity League, with revenue generated primarily via tuition and program-specific fees.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

San Juan Capistrano

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition: Primary revenue source. Annual tuition of $26,200 for 2026-27 school year. Payment plans available through FACTS (annual, semi-annual, or monthly options).
2. Registration Fees: Annual registration fee of $1,000, non-refundable.
3. Program-Specific Fees: Athletics fee ($2,000 annually), Magnet programs ($1,000 annually), Learning and Academic Support ($2,000-$2,500 annually), Online education ($800 per class per semester), Technology fee ($750 annually).
4. Summer Programs: Lion Engage Middle School Summer Program fee of $425 per student. Summer school offerings including College Application Bootcamp, Freshman Immersion, Health, Advancement, & Remediation.
5. Transportation Services: Round-trip bus transportation to/from school daily for Costa Mesa/Newport Beach and Oceanside routes.
6. Philanthropic Giving: Lion's Share Annual Fund, Parent Promise gifts, Special Events (Gala, JESPY Awards), Mission Campaign, Endowments, and Special Projects donations from families, alumni, and community supporters.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

JSerra Catholic High School is an independent Catholic co-educational college-preparatory institution serving approximately 1,250 students in grades 9-12. The school delivers a rigorous academic curriculum of 30+ honors and AP courses, five specialized Magnet Programs (Business, Engineering, Law, Medical, Arts), 28 varsity athletic programs, and comprehensive faith formation on a 39-acre campus in San Juan Capistrano, California.

Product overview

JSerra Catholic High School is an independent Catholic co-ed high school offering a comprehensive college-preparatory education program for grades 9-12 with approximately 1,250 students. The core academic program includes over 30 honors and AP courses with average class sizes of 17-24 students. The school provides five professional Magnet Programs (Business, Engineering, Law, Medical, and Arts), a four-year Humanities Program combining English and Theology in the classical liberal arts tradition, and Learning and Academic Support services (SERP and ACP) for students with learning challenges. JSerra also offers online education options, an International Student Enrichment Program, and extensive extracurricular activities including 28 Varsity sports and club sports, performing and visual arts, and summer programs including the Lion Engage Middle School Summer Camp. The school operates on a 29-acre campus in San Juan Capistrano, California, and is a member of the competitive Trinity League.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Lion Engage: Middle school summer program offering week-long courses for students in grades 5-8
• Adelante
• International Student Enrichment Program (ISEP)

Products and services

• Core Academic Program
• Magnet Programs
• Humanities Program
• International Student Enrichment Program (ISEP)
• Learning and Academic Support (LAS)
• Athletics Program
• Arts Programs
• Academic and College Counseling
• Lion Engage Middle School Summer Program
• Online Education
• Transportation Services
• Summer School
• Summer Abroad

Quantifiable outcome

• JSerra has produced National Merit Scholarship winners and a Fulbright Scholar
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• JR Education GroupcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDesignated homestay organization that locates and matches host families to international students. Essential partnership for the International Student Enrichment Program (ISEP) serving students from South Korea, China, Vietnam, Brazil, Japan, Italy, Germany, Mexico, and Norway.
• Rocky Wicker at CT Watch, Inc.minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerOutside school security consultant providing guidance on best practices and innovation in school safety. CT Watch is a leader in field of safety and security for schools.
• Peter Crabbe at Chameleon AssociatesminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerOutside school security consultant providing guidance on best practices and innovation in school safety. Chameleon Associates is a leader in field of safety and security for schools.
• Orange County Sheriff's DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOngoing working relationship and partnership with local law enforcement for campus security coordination and emergency response planning.
• Diocese of OrangecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJSerra operates with complete knowledge, approval, and blessing of the bishop of the Diocese of Orange. Sacraments and religious education are offered with diocesan oversight while maintaining independence as a lay-governed school with self-appointing Board of Directors.
• Wells of LifeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCharitable organization that JSerra student Gianna Carlile ('26) works with to fund wells in Uganda, bringing physical relief and spiritual renewal to communities.
• Segerstrom Center for the ArtsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Segerstrom Center for the Arts for OC Register Artist of the Year program. 13 JSerra students recognized as nominees in 2026 program.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Mater Dei High School: Santa Ana, CA-based Catholic co-ed college-preparatory high school and direct Trinity League competitor. Mater Dei fields comparable varsity athletics, AP/honors curriculum, and faith-based formation, and is one of JSerra's primary competitors for OC Catholic families and college-bound athletes.
• Servite High School: Anaheim, CA-based Catholic all-boys college-preparatory high school and Trinity League peer. Comparable Catholic identity, college-prep curriculum, and athletics profile; competes with JSerra for North OC Catholic families.
• Santa Margarita Catholic High School: Rancho Santa Margarita, CA-based Catholic co-ed college-prep high school and Trinity League member with similar athletics and academic offerings. Operates in the same South Orange County feeder as JSerra with overlapping programs and student demographics.
• Loyola High School Los Angeles: Los Angeles, CA-based Jesuit Catholic college-preparatory high school with rigorous academics, extensive athletics, and similar tuition profile. Comparable model for faith-based, college-prep education with broad extracurricular offerings.
• Crean Lutheran High School: Irvine, CA-based Lutheran college-preparatory high school and Trinity League member with strong athletics and STEM offerings. Comparable faith-based, college-prep profile and increasingly competitive peer in the same Orange County market.
• Jesuit High School Portland: Portland, OR-based Jesuit Catholic college-preparatory high school with similar academic rigor, athletics, and faith-formation model. Comparable Catholic identity, college-prep curriculum, and operations scale.
• Orange Lutheran High School: Orange, CA-based Lutheran college-preparatory high school in the Trinity League with similar size, athletic program scale, and college-prep curriculum. Direct competitor for faith-based families and student-athletes in Orange County.
• Bishop Gorman High School: Las Vegas, NV-based Catholic college-preparatory high school with nationally recognized athletics and large campus. Comparable scale, faith-based identity, college-prep focus, and premium tuition positioning; a relevant out-of-region peer.
• De La Salle High School: Concord, CA-based Catholic college-preparatory high school with similar curriculum structure, magnet/specialty programs, and athletic profile. Operates outside JSerra's primary market but represents a directly comparable Catholic college-prep model.
• St. John Bosco High School: Bellflower, CA-based Catholic all-boys college-prep high school and Trinity League peer with elite football program and college-preparatory academics. Comparable faith-based curriculum, athletics pedigree, and OC/LA feeder draw overlap with JSerra.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC5TKgd3jOODXj0CF1VOHmXw
• Facebookfacebook.com/JSerraCatholicHighSchool
• Instagraminstagram.com/jserralions
• Xx.com/jschs_lions

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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