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#358 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Top 20% of private schools

Our Lady Perpetual Help School

Elementary School

80 WELLINGTON AVE, Daly City, CA 94014

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 20 schools in Daly City. Learn more

Enrollment

152

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Daly City

#2 of 2

public schools

California elementary schools

#201 of 1,102

About Our Lady Perpetual Help School

Our Lady Perpetual Help School serves 152 students from kindergarten through eighth grade in Daly City, California. This elementary school maintains an impressive 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio with 14 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for personalized attention in smaller classroom settings. The school has earned exceptional recognition, ranking #43 out of 1,790 elementary schools statewide and placing in the 98th percentile with a MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10.

This outstanding performance reflects the school's commitment to academic excellence and student achievement. Located at 80 Wellington Avenue, Our Lady Perpetual Help School serves families in a well-established community where the median household income is $111,795 and 34% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood maintains economic stability with a low poverty rate of 7.3%, creating a supportive environment for educational pursuits.

The school's manageable enrollment size fosters a close-knit learning community where students can build meaningful relationships with teachers and peers throughout their elementary years. Our Lady Perpetual Help School operates within Daly City's large suburban setting, providing students with access to both educational resources and the cultural diversity that characterizes the San Mateo County area.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 152 students, Our Lady Perpetual Help School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, Our Lady Perpetual Help School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Our Lady Perpetual Help School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Daly City, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
This School
vs
20.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
152
This School
vs
327
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.2
This School
vs
7.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 65.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 13.2% vs 0%
White 3.9% vs 0%
Our Lady Perpetual Help School Daly City Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Our Lady Perpetual Help School (this school) 7.2
Woodrow Wilson Elementary 7.1
John F. Kennedy Elementary 8.7
George Washington Elementary 8.7
Thomas R. Pollicita Middle 5.5
Westlake Elementary 4.9
Susan B. Anthony Elementary 8.1
Panorama Elementary 9.6
Margaret Pauline Brown Elementary 8.4
Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary 7.6
Daniel Webster Elementary 5.1
Fernando Rivera Intermediate 6.9
Thomas Edison Elementary 4.0
Bayshore 7.6
Junipero Serra Elementary 7.5
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Elementary 7.1
Skyline Elementary 7.2

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

Score Breakdown

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,440
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 52%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 152
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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)

Asian 65.8%
Two or More 17.1%
Hispanic 13.2%
White 3.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

80 WELLINGTON AVE, Daly City, CA 94014

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady Perpetual Help School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John F. Kennedy Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is George Washington Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Susan B. Anthony Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Daly City, see our Daly City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Woodrow Wilson Elementary Daly City 0.3 mi 7.1
HILLDALE SCHOOL Daly City 0.5 mi 7.7
Hilldale School Daly City 0.5 mi
Sheridan Elementary San Francisco 0.6 mi 7.4
San Francisco Islamic School San Francisco 0.7 mi
Jefferson High Daly City 0.7 mi 4.6
John F. Kennedy Elementary Daly City 0.8 mi 8.7
Ortega (Jose) Elementary San Francisco 0.9 mi 7.0
SAN FRANCISCO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Francisco 0.8 mi 7.5
SAN FRANCISCO ISLAMIC SCHOOL San Francisco 0.9 mi
Thornton High Daly City 1.0 mi 6.3
Longfellow Elementary San Francisco 0.8 mi 5.8
Thomas R. Pollicita Middle Daly City 1.0 mi 5.5
George Washington Elementary Daly City 0.8 mi 8.7
ST THOMAS MORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Francisco 0.9 mi 6.1
Susan B. Anthony Elementary Daly City 1.1 mi 8.1
The Brandeis School of San Francisco San Francisco 1.0 mi
THE BRANDEIS SCHOOL OF SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco 1.0 mi 7.0
STRATFORD SCHOOL - SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco 1.2 mi 5.7
Westlake Elementary Daly City 1.0 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,513

Median Home Value

$979,500

Median Rent

$2,089/mo

Population

46,269

College Educated

33.4%

Homeownership

59.4%

Avg Commute

30.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

42.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Our Lady Perpetual Help School has a median household income of $115,513. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $979,500, with a median rent of $2,089/month. The local poverty rate of 7.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Lady Perpetual Help School

What grades does Our Lady Perpetual Help School serve?

Our Lady Perpetual Help School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Our Lady Perpetual Help School?

Our Lady Perpetual Help School has an enrollment of approximately 152 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady Perpetual Help School?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady Perpetual Help School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Our Lady Perpetual Help School rank in CA?

Our Lady Perpetual Help School is ranked #358 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is Our Lady Perpetual Help School's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady Perpetual Help School has a composite rating of 7.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Our Lady Perpetual Help School a private school?

Yes, Our Lady Perpetual Help 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 Our Lady Perpetual Help School a religious school?

Our Lady Perpetual Help School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
90 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
81 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,117/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Daly City). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
152
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
SAN MATEO
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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