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#1770 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School

Elementary School

13021 SANTA GERTRUDES AVE, La Mirada, CA 90638

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

261

Student-Teacher

29:1

Score

3.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

261

Student-Teacher

29:1

Score

3.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#1,770 of 1,787

In La Mirada

#2 of 2

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About Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School

Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School is a private elementary school in La Mirada, CA. Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School serves approximately 261 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 29:1 student-teacher ratio. Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,770 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares2.7 pts below CA schools

3.5

This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School runs 29:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in La Mirada, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

29:1

This School

24.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

261

This School

464

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

3.5

This School

6.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 13.4% vs 0%

Black 1.1% vs 0%

Asian 1.1% vs 0%

Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School La Mirada Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School (this school)	—	261	29:1	3.5
Reginald M. Benton Middle	0.1 mi	714	25.5:1	6.8
John Foster Dulles Elementary	0.4 mi	274	21.1:1	7.1
La Pluma Elementary	0.9 mi	287	26.1:1	5.7
Eastwood Elementary	1.1 mi	391	26.1:1	6.5
Gardenhill Elementary	1.6 mi	661	26.4:1	6.7
Escalona Elementary	1.7 mi	420	23.3:1	6.6
Arlie F. Hutchinson Middle	1.7 mi	700	23.3:1	8.0
Foster Road Elementary	2.3 mi	261	23.7:1	5.0

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention

C- 1.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 29:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 2.0 / 10

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School Day Length 5.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,023

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 33%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 261

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 80.5%

Hispanic 13.4%

Two or More 3.8%

Black 1.1%

Asian 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

13021 SANTA GERTRUDES AVE, La Mirada, CA 90638

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John Foster Dulles Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meadow Green Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Whittier), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eastwood Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Mirada, see our La Mirada schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Beatitudes of our Lord Elementary La Mirada	0.0 mi	277	—
Reginald M. Benton Middle La Mirada	0.1 mi	714	6.8
John Foster Dulles Elementary La Mirada	0.4 mi	274	7.1
Heights Christian Schools, La Mirada La Mirada	0.5 mi	244	—
La Mirada High La Mirada	0.5 mi	1,748	7.7
Meadow Green Elementary Whittier	0.7 mi	490	7.0
Heights Christian Schools, Bluefield Campus La Mirada	0.7 mi	256	—
La Pluma Elementary La Mirada	0.9 mi	287	5.7
Granada Middle Whittier	1.0 mi	1,066	8.3
El Camino High (Continuation) La Mirada	1.0 mi	269	4.3
Risingstar Christian Academy Whittier	1.0 mi	6	—
Eastwood Elementary La Mirada	1.1 mi	391	6.5
Scott Avenue Elementary Whittier	1.1 mi	510	5.2
Swan Creek School of the Arts La Mirada	1.1 mi	6	—
Rancho-Starbuck Intermediate Whittier	1.0 mi	738	6.7
Foundation Christian School La Mirada	1.3 mi	148	—
Olita Elementary La Habra	1.4 mi	416	4.9
Hillview Middle Whittier	1.6 mi	629	8.1
ST BRUNO PARISH SCHOOL Whittier	1.8 mi	314	5.4
St. Bruno Parish School Whittier	1.8 mi	310	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90638 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,606

Median Home Value

$765,100

Median Rent

$2,052/mo

Population

45,714

College Educated

39.6%

Homeownership

76.5%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

43.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School

What grades does Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School serve?

Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School?

Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 261 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School is 29:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School rank in CA?

Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School ranks #1,770 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School a religious school?

Beatitudes of Our Lord Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 61 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 42 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 261
Gender Split: 44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
Teachers (FTE): 9
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 5.5 hours
Days Per Year: 186 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Los Angeles County
Phone: (562) 943-3218

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