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Catholic high school

Chesterton Academy of Sacramento

  • LocationNorth Highlands, CA
  • Type and sizeIndependent Catholic school · Grades 9–12 · 45 students
Official website

Chesterton Academy of Sacramento is a Catholic classical high school for grades 9 through 12 in North Highlands, California, recognized by the Diocese of Sacramento. Each school day begins with Mass, and the school's chaplain, Fr. Adam Tokashiki, is named in its 2026-27 handbook. Students take four years of theology and four years of philosophy, and the school lists a Pro-Life Club.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Chesterton Academy of Sacramento, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches0.25 miSaint Lawrence Catholic Church: 0.0 mi1Chesterton Academy of Sacramento (campus)N0.1 mi
CampusCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Saint Lawrence Catholic Church — 0.0 mi · 4325 Don Julio Boulevard, North Highlands

Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the parish or diocese.

Faith scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

ASacramental life: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Sacramental life

91 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    All-school or class Masses during the school yearWeekly (Each school day begins with the Mass for every student and faculty member; the school Mass is held weekly or more often.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Chesterton Academy of Sacramento Parent-Student Handbook 2026-27sacramentochesterton.org/s/Parent-Student-Handbook-2026-27.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “each school day at Chesterton Academy of Sacramento begins with the celebration of the Mass so that every student and faculty member”
      Each school day begins with the celebration of the Mass for students and faculty.
      “Our school day includes the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, which is the source and summit of the Catholic faith.”
      The school day includes Mass, which the school treats as part of the curriculum.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Daily Mass available to students on campusYes (Daily Mass is a school function for students on school days. Students gather at the church next to the campus (St. Lawrence the Martyr).)
    Sources (2)
    1. Chesterton Academy of Sacramento Parent-Student Handbook 2026-27sacramentochesterton.org/s/Parent-Student-Handbook-2026-27.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “each school day at Chesterton Academy of Sacramento begins with the celebration of the Mass so that every student and faculty member”
      Each school day begins with the celebration of the Mass for students and faculty.
      “we attend daily Mass as a school function”
      Students attend daily Mass as a school function.
      “emailing admin@sacramentochesterton.org”
      The school office can be reached by email at admin@sacramentochesterton.org.
    2. Frequently Asked Questions | Chesterton Academy of Sacramentosacramentochesterton.org/faq · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Chesterton Academy of Sacramento is located adjacent to St. Lawrence the Martyr Parish in North Highlands (4325 Don Julio Blvd, North Highlands, 95660).”
      The school is located next to St. Lawrence the Martyr Parish in North Highlands.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Confession offered to students during the school yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Eucharistic adoration offeredOccasionally (The chaplain's role includes adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Chesterton Academy of Sacramento Parent-Student Handbook 2026-27sacramentochesterton.org/s/Parent-Student-Handbook-2026-27.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Fr. Adam Tokashiki, our school chaplain, plays an integral role in the spiritual and social life at Chesterton Academy of Sacramento through retreats, celebration of the Mass, adoration of the Blessed Sacrament”
      Fr. Adam Tokashiki is the school chaplain; his role includes retreats, Mass and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Priest chaplain serving the schoolYes (The handbook names Fr. Adam Tokashiki as the school chaplain.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Chesterton Academy of Sacramento Parent-Student Handbook 2026-27sacramentochesterton.org/s/Parent-Student-Handbook-2026-27.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Fr. Adam Tokashiki, our school chaplain, plays an integral role in the spiritual and social life at Chesterton Academy of Sacramento through retreats, celebration of the Mass, adoration of the Blessed Sacrament”
      Fr. Adam Tokashiki is the school chaplain; his role includes retreats, Mass and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.
ATheology and curriculum: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Theology and curriculum

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Years of theology or religion requiredFour years (The graduation requirements list Theology for 4 years (one full-year course in each grade).)
    Sources (1)
    1. Chesterton Academy of Sacramento Parent-Student Handbook 2026-27sacramentochesterton.org/s/Parent-Student-Handbook-2026-27.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Theology 4 yrs. 6.0 Fine Arts Years Credits”
      Theology is required for four years in the graduation requirements.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Theology courses follow the USCCB Curriculum FrameworkNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Philosophy, apologetics, or ethics course offeredYes (Philosophy is required for 4 years in the graduation requirements.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Chesterton Academy of Sacramento Parent-Student Handbook 2026-27sacramentochesterton.org/s/Parent-Student-Handbook-2026-27.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Philosophy 4 yrs. 6.0”
      Philosophy is required for four years in the graduation requirements.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in the program of studies or mission)Yes (The handbook says faith and reason are not segregated and that subjects from art to science are studied in this light.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Chesterton Academy of Sacramento Parent-Student Handbook 2026-27sacramentochesterton.org/s/Parent-Student-Handbook-2026-27.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Faith and reason do not contradict one another, nor are they to be segregated from one another. Through the study of art, music, literature, language, history, mathematics, science, philosophy, and religion”
      The school states that faith is not separated from the study of every subject.
ACampus culture: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Campus culture

88 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    RetreatsA retreat for every grade (The handbook lists the overnight retreat among the events students are required to attend.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Chesterton Academy of Sacramento Parent-Student Handbook 2026-27sacramentochesterton.org/s/Parent-Student-Handbook-2026-27.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Additional Required Events include, but are not limited to: the overnight retreat, the gala, open house”
      The overnight retreat is one of the events students are required to attend.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Campus ministry staffOne (One priest, the school chaplain, is named. Other staff listed are teachers, not ministry staff.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Chesterton Academy of Sacramento Parent-Student Handbook 2026-27sacramentochesterton.org/s/Parent-Student-Handbook-2026-27.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Fr. Adam Tokashiki, our school chaplain, plays an integral role in the spiritual and social life at Chesterton Academy of Sacramento through retreats, celebration of the Mass, adoration of the Blessed Sacrament”
      Fr. Adam Tokashiki is the school chaplain; his role includes retreats, Mass and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faith-based student groups or clubsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Daily prayer and liturgical life built into the school dayYes (Daily Mass begins each school day.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Chesterton Academy of Sacramento Parent-Student Handbook 2026-27sacramentochesterton.org/s/Parent-Student-Handbook-2026-27.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “each school day at Chesterton Academy of Sacramento begins with the celebration of the Mass so that every student and faculty member”
      Each school day begins with the celebration of the Mass for students and faculty.
      “Our school day includes the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, which is the source and summit of the Catholic faith.”
      The school day includes Mass, which the school treats as part of the curriculum.
N/AService and Catholic social teaching: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Service and Catholic social teaching

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Required service hoursNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Catholic social teaching taught in theology coursesNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Pro-life engagement (club, March for Life, or similar)Yes (The school lists a Pro-Life Club and March for Life under Faith & Service.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Life | Chesterton Academy of Sacramentosacramentochesterton.org/student-life · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Faith & Service Pro-Life Club Band of Brothers March for Life”
      The school lists a Pro-Life Club, Band of Brothers and March for Life under Faith & Service.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Justice and solidarity programs (immersions, service trips, justice clubs)Not enough information: not found in official sources.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

  • Each school day begins with Mass, and the handbook says daily participation is part of the curriculum.
    Sources (1)
    1. Chesterton Academy of Sacramento Parent-Student Handbook 2026-27sacramentochesterton.org/s/Parent-Student-Handbook-2026-27.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “each school day at Chesterton Academy of Sacramento begins with the celebration of the Mass so that every student and faculty member”
      Each school day begins with the celebration of the Mass for students and faculty.
      “Our school day includes the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, which is the source and summit of the Catholic faith.”
      The school day includes Mass, which the school treats as part of the curriculum.
  • A named school chaplain leads retreats, Mass and adoration.
    Sources (1)
    1. Chesterton Academy of Sacramento Parent-Student Handbook 2026-27sacramentochesterton.org/s/Parent-Student-Handbook-2026-27.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Fr. Adam Tokashiki, our school chaplain, plays an integral role in the spiritual and social life at Chesterton Academy of Sacramento through retreats, celebration of the Mass, adoration of the Blessed Sacrament”
      Fr. Adam Tokashiki is the school chaplain; his role includes retreats, Mass and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.
  • Theology is required for four years and philosophy for four years.
    Sources (1)
    1. Chesterton Academy of Sacramento Parent-Student Handbook 2026-27sacramentochesterton.org/s/Parent-Student-Handbook-2026-27.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
      “Theology 4 yrs. 6.0 Fine Arts Years Credits”
      Theology is required for four years in the graduation requirements.

Concerns

None recorded.

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Campus ministry home

Chesterton Academy of Sacramento chaplaincy

  • Address: 4325 Don Julio Blvd, North Highlands, CA 95660

Source: sacramentochesterton.org, verified Oct. 13, 2026, sacramentochesterton.org, verified Oct. 13, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

6 groups and regular activities · 0 on campus, 2 off campus, 4 location not published

Liturgy and prayer 1

Other 1

  • Rome and Assisi pilgrimageOff campus
    Capstone trip for upperclassmen
    Ten-day pilgrimage to Rome and Assisi for upperclassmen, with daily Mass.
    sacramentochesterton.org

Clubs and groups 2

Retreats 1

Service 1

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Campus ministry

Sources (2)
  1. Chesterton Academy of Sacramento Parent-Student Handbook 2026-27sacramentochesterton.org/s/Parent-Student-Handbook-2026-27.pdf · verified Oct. 13, 2026
    “Fr. Adam Tokashiki, our school chaplain, plays an integral role in the spiritual and social life at Chesterton Academy of Sacramento through retreats, celebration of the Mass, adoration of the Blessed Sacrament”
    Fr. Adam Tokashiki is the school chaplain; his role includes retreats, Mass and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.
    “Fr. Adam Tokashiki, our school chaplain, plays an integral role in the spiritual and social life at Chesterton Academy of Sacramento through retreats, celebration of the Mass, adoration of the Blessed Sacrament”
    Fr. Adam Tokashiki is the school chaplain; his role includes retreats, Mass and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.
  2. Frequently Asked Questions | Chesterton Academy of Sacramentosacramentochesterton.org/faq · verified Oct. 13, 2026
    “Chesterton Academy of Sacramento is located adjacent to St. Lawrence the Martyr Parish in North Highlands (4325 Don Julio Blvd, North Highlands, 95660).”
    The school is located next to St. Lawrence the Martyr Parish in North Highlands.

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Academic Excellence

AAcademic Excellence: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
100 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduates going to four-year colleges 75% of scoreThis measure counts for 75% of the Academic Excellence score.100%
  • Students per teacher 25% of scoreThis measure counts for 25% of the Academic Excellence score.6.2 to 1

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed. Federal data on private high schools is limited to these two measures.

Source: NCES Private School Survey (2023–24 school year)

School facts

TypeIndependent Catholic school
DioceseDiocese of Sacramento, CA
Grades9–12
Students (all grades)45
Students in grades 9–1245
Coed or single-sexCoed
Student–teacher ratio6.2 to 1
Graduates going to 4-year colleges100%
SettingSuburb

Source: NCES Private School Survey 23-24 public-use file (school year 2023–24). The college-going rate and student–teacher ratio feed Academic Excellence; nothing here changes the faith grades.

Local Church

Diocese of Sacramento

The Most Reverend Jaime Soto, Bishop of Sacramento

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Source: scd.org, scd.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

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Questions families ask

Is Chesterton Academy of Sacramento a Catholic high school?
Yes. Chesterton Academy of Sacramento is a Catholic high school in the Diocese of Sacramento.
What is Chesterton Academy of Sacramento’s Compass Score?
95 out of 100 (grade A). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Is Chesterton Academy of Sacramento Compass Recommended?
Yes. Chesterton Academy of Sacramento meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic identity and academics.

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