In 1983, the changing demographics of Solano County and the rising cost of Catholic education necessitated some long range planning, and the decision was made to merge St. Patrick and St. Vincent High Schools.

On October 18, 1986, the groundbreaking for a new classroom facility, to meet the expanding student body, took place, and in the fall of 1987, the first classes of St. Patrick-St. Vincent High School were united to continue the long and excellent tradition of Catholic secondary education in Solano County.

The Dominican Sisters of San Rafael administered St. Vincent Ferrer High School under the auspices of the Diocese of Sacramento.

The traditions of both the Christian Brothers and the Dominican Sisters serve as a strong foundation upon which St. Patrick-St. Vincent High School can continue the mission of Catholic education well into the 21st century.

[2] St. Patrick-St. Vincent High School offers a rigorous, college preparatory education with an emphasis on math, science and the humanities.

The following courses are required of all students: Every member of the St. Patrick-St. Vincent High School community strives to live by the letter and the spirit of the SPSV Honor Code: "As a member of the St. Patrick-St. Vincent High School Community, I promise to aspire to the highest level of personal and academic integrity.

Having its origins in medieval times, the shield's "cross fleury" signifies fruitful victory, duty, and self-sacrifice.

The dark stands for silence, wisdom, and fortitude; the white for peace, purity, charity and sincerity.