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Your child’s story matters—we help Asian American families tell it powerfully to Archbishop Riordan High School.
Archbishop Riordan High School is a private, Catholic college-preparatory school located in San Francisco, California. Founded in 1949 and sponsored by the Marianist order, Riordan recently became fully coeducational and now serves a diverse student body in grades 9 through 12. Known for its strong academic programs, inclusive values, and commitment to developing character and leadership, Riordan offers a variety of AP and honors courses, championship-winning athletics, performing arts, and unique programs like the House System that builds community and mentorship. The admissions process includes academic records, recommendations, interviews, and a personal statement—making it important for families to plan carefully.
Our experienced team of admissions consultants has helped Asian American and local Bay Area families navigate the Archbishop Riordan admissions process with clarity and success. We offer personalized, step-by-step guidance in:
1. Online Application Form
2. Parent/Guardian Statement
3. Student Personal Essay
4. Academic Transcripts and Report Cards
5. Teacher Recommendation Forms
6. Student Interview Preparation
7. SSAT
At Cardinal Education, we help your child stand out by creating an application that is thoughtful, well-organized, and aligned with Archbishop Riordan High School’s mission to foster faith, resilience, and academic excellence in every student.
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Assessments and Feedback
The clock’s ticking. Let’s build your best application. Contact us now!
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Independent Admissions Consultants for Archbishop Riordan High School
Nearly two decades ago, Stanford graduate Allen Koh founded Cardinal Education with the mission of helping Asian American students around the world unlock their full academic potential. Today, our team of experts brings unmatched knowledge and experience to the admissions process. Families from countries including Ghana, Russia, Egypt, Indonesia, Singapore, China, UAE, India, Brazil, Oman, Nigeria, South Korea, and the UK value our professional, transparent, and confidential support.
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Address: 175 Frida Kahlo Way, San Francisco, CA 94112
Archbishop Riordan High School Admissions Website: https://www.riordanhs.org/admissions
Student Population: 1,054
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Open House and Event Dates: Open House
October 24, 2024
Crusader For A Day
Experience a day in the life of a Riordan student. 8th Grade students will learn about academic and co-curricular opportunities at Riordan, while gaining familiarity with the Riordan community.
Parent Info Sessions
Parents are invited to an Admissions Presentation during the first half hour of their student’s Crusader for a Day visit. This invitation is for 8th Grade families who are registered for Crusader for a Day.
Application Deadline: December 2, 2024
Testing Policy: Applicants are encouraged to submit SSAT scores. Foreign students whose first language is not English must submit TOEFL.
Essay Questions: Applications require a Parent & Student Statement to be completed, which can be found on the Standard Application Online (SAO) application portal.
Interview Importance: High
Archbishop Riordan High School College Counseling Department: https://www.riordanhs.org/academics/counseling