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#1218 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Mary Star of the Sea Elementary
Elementary School
717 S CABRILLO AVE, San Pedro, CA 90731
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,218 of 1,787
In San Pedro
#4 of 4
public schools
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Mary Star of the Sea Elementary
Elementary School in San Pedro · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mary Star of the Sea Elementary
Mary Star of the Sea Elementary is a private elementary school in San Pedro, CA. Mary Star of the Sea Elementary serves approximately 199 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary Star of the Sea Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,218 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 199 students, Mary Star of the Sea Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Mary Star of the Sea Elementary 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
BetaHow Mary Star of the Sea Elementary compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in San Pedro, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mary Star of the Sea Elementary (this school) | 5.7 |
| Cabrillo Avenue Elementary | 6.4 |
| Richard Henry Dana Middle | 7.1 |
| Bandini Street Elementary | 5.7 |
| Barton Hill Elementary | 5.4 |
| Fifteenth Street Elementary | 6.1 |
| Seventh Street Elementary Arts Integration Magnet | 5.1 |
| Leland Street Elementary | 5.9 |
| Park Western Place Elementary | 6.5 |
| White Point Elementary | 7.6 |
| Point Fermin Elementary | 8.8 |
| Taper Avenue Elementary | 7.2 |
| South Shores/CSUDH Visual and Performing Arts | 6.2 |
| William J. Johnston Community Day | 5.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
717 S CABRILLO AVE, San Pedro, CA 90731
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mary Star of the Sea Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Point Fermin Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is White Point Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Pedro, see our San Pedro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90731 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,936
Median Home Value
$808,800
Median Rent
$1,645/mo
Population
62,452
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
32.7%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aragon Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.7 |
| Bandini Street Elementary San Pedro, CA | 5.7 |
| Friendly Hills Elementary Twentynine Palms, CA | 5.7 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Novato, CA | 5.7 |
| HOLY MARTYRS ARMENIAN ELEMENTARY North Hills, CA | 5.7 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Los Angeles, CA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary Star of the Sea Elementary
What grades does Mary Star of the Sea Elementary serve?
Mary Star of the Sea Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Mary Star of the Sea Elementary?
Mary Star of the Sea Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 199 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary Star of the Sea Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mary Star of the Sea Elementary is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mary Star of the Sea Elementary rank in CA?
Mary Star of the Sea Elementary ranks #1,218 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Mary Star of the Sea Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mary Star of the Sea Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mary Star of the Sea Elementary a private school?
Yes, Mary Star of the Sea Elementary 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 Mary Star of the Sea Elementary a religious school?
Mary Star of the Sea Elementary has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 199
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 831-0875
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