Jesuit High School

1200 Jacob Lane

Carmichael, CA 95608

13 Reviews

School District
Grade

9-12
Type

private

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on February 06, 2025

Couldn't agree more with the review regarding athletics. This school has zero respect for parents/athletes time, so unless you are a donor and/or "legacy" family don't bother trying out for sports as the rosters already seem decided. They say they do not offer athletic scholarships-yet there are athletes there who sleep through class.Plus-the academics seem solid.Negative-The woke nonsense is ridiculous- was not expecting this in a private school.The "brotherhood" environment is a sham. Give your son a chance to experience reality and place them elsewhere.
Submitted by parent on May 31, 2024

While the academics have been solid in our opinion, the athletic situation is quite different. If you do not already have a personal "in" with the varsity coaches or plan to donate large sums of money constantly, then your son will probably not "do" very well. We assumed that with everyone paying the same amount in tuition that the playing field would be level, and things like hard work, good attitude, merit on the field and natural talent would be the deciding factors in the athletic programs (one of the main reasons we went here). We were sorely mistaken. The favoritism, preference and privilege given to select athletes is nauseating, and they do not even try to conceal it. It is blatantly out in the open for all to see. It also appears that they are in on it at every level, so there is no recourse. Our son left his team mid-season because of the detriment on his mental health, and he never heard a single word from the coaches of the team following his self-excusal from the program. Really, Men for Others?
Submitted by parent on May 07, 2024

My son is graduating this year and I have an incoming Freshman. Jesuit has been a great experience for my senior, and I know it will be a great experience for my Freshman son. I am a High School teacher at a public school and the biggest difference in the education is student accountability. At Jesuit, there are consequences for actions, and this prevents many of the behavior issues rampant in our public schools. Jesuit staff gets to use school time for teaching and mentoring our sons. Parents and students at Jesuit are focused on academic and athletic success, and being surrounded by like-minded classmates promotes an environment of achievement. My son was able to experience and participate in Varsity athletics, Drama productions, Jazz and marching band, and a variety of clubs. While my son sometimes complained about not having girls on campus, he wasn't distracted by social drama during the school day and there were plenty of social opportunities between partner schools. I look forward to seeing the Jesuit experience my younger son creates for himself during the next four years.
Submitted by other on February 04, 2020

In my own experience, horrible. The faculty is sub par, and so are the academics. It is better than some public high schools, but not all. Think about this information before in my opinion wasting money on something useless
Submitted by parent on March 02, 2019

There are a lot of statements about the brotherhood and the honor and values of the school. Thing is it is all a face. What really happens is privilege and favoritism at every level. From access to grades to sport. it is not an honest system. Those who donate more see their child "do" better. it is all a farce. I am a parent and my son is a senior and I can say it has been a waste of time and money. My son has not gained or done any better here than he would anywhere else. The whole school is setup for parents to "feel" they are doing something better for their child. Most parents buy into it regardless of the outcomes or comparative options. Also as a CSUS engineering faculty I can say coming from Jesuit buys you absolutely nothing. I've sat on the admin board for over 20 years and this is CSUS not an elite uni who will regard it even less. Jesuit gains your child nothing. Make your choices spend your time and money and roll the dice...
Submitted by parent on January 10, 2019

Jesuit is not perfect and may not be a good fit for all boys but it was a very good fit for my 3 sons. It was harder than the public school route which can be a better choice for some people but JHS is a great choice if moral strength, great college academic preparation, athletic, club or drama opportunities are what your sons are looking for. The friends they make at JHS will be brothers for life. I gave JHS 3 boys and they graduated 3 young men with all the skills necessary to become successful college graduates, developed a strong faith, became responsible, learned compassion to be a "man for others", developed solid values to become great husbands and fathers - probably better than me. This was a big investment in our families time, talent and money but worth all we paid to get 3 wonderful sons all doing great in life. Everyone should consider JHS and make their own determination if the fit is right for your son. It was right for my family.
Submitted by parent on May 14, 2017

Incredible school; fantastic, caring staff and educators. Our cup runneth over with our experience at JHS.
Submitted by other on November 05, 2015

The school is all about your money! You have to give and give and it's not enough. The Admin team doesn't care about your sons unless you donate constantly. "Men for others" is a joke, don't believe them! If your son makes a mistake there is no forgiveness or second chances. "Men for others" have a different meaning here. If you are looking for a school where your son can be himself and do his best with people around him who respect and encourage him, this is not the right place. Very disappointed!
Submitted by parent on April 05, 2015

My son went there for 4 years and the administration was quite hypocritical. "Man for others" unless it came to moneyed interests or in their view what is wrong. Don't waste your time on this sham
Submitted by parent on April 17, 2014

Excellent school! The best of the best! They are beyond generous, loving, kind and supportive. Jesuit WILL prepare your sons for college as well as transformation into adulthood. They are top notch and there is NO other school I would have my teenage son attend. Of course there are drugs in every school; however, it starts at home. I'm sorry but you cannot blame the school for bad parenting. You have to do your job at home and not expect ANY school to raise your child. What Jesuit offers is far beyond normal academics and delves deep into moral values, character building and love for mankind. JESUIT YOU ARE THE BEST!
Submitted by parent on March 17, 2014

My eldest son graduated from Jesuit in '02. My middle child in '05. We thought it was ok. Neither of them had a great experience. There was a whole lot of pressure for them to fit into a mold. They were not allowed to be themselves and flourish into the best version of them that they could be. Our youngest son is at Jesuit now. I will be transferring him as soon as the year is up. My gut feeling with my first two kids was right. This year alone, there were nearly two dozen kids caught with street drugs during class. The pressure this school puts kids under is absurd. Do yourselves a favor and get out!
Submitted by parent on June 05, 2013

Worth every penny! My son is a senior this year. I've watched him grow from a boy into a man under the guidance of the folks at Jesuit High School. The entire staff is amazing. The education is outstanding. My son is getting offers for full rides at college because of the education he's received at Jesuit. It's a multi ethnic faith based community focusing on developing Men for Others. Even the other parents are great.
Submitted by parent on September 24, 2012

Amazing school, our son is truly cared for in both mind and spirit. The faculty and staff work along side each student and family a true partnership. I have seen amazing growth in my son over the last three years in his academics and personal life. I hope too see my next two boys attend there.