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#904 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Padre Pio Academy
School
9621 BIXBY AVE, Garden Grove, CA 92841
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#904 of 1,787
In Garden Grove
#5 of 9
public schools
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About Padre Pio Academy
Padre Pio Academy is a private school in Garden Grove, CA. Padre Pio Academy serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Padre Pio Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #904 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Padre Pio Academy 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.
At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Padre Pio Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Padre Pio Academy 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 Padre Pio Academy compares to 51 public schools serving similar grades in Garden Grove, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Padre Pio Academy (this school) | 6.3 |
| Brookhurst Elementary | 7.0 |
| Marie L. Hare High | 7.8 |
| Louis G. Zeyen Elementary | 7.9 |
| Gilbert Elementary | 7.7 |
| Stanford Elementary | 7.7 |
| Faylane Elementary | 8.2 |
| Ethel M. Evans Elementary | 9.1 |
| Alamitos Intermediate | 8.0 |
| Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate | 7.6 |
| Sunnyside Elementary | 7.3 |
| Linton T. Simmons Elementary | 6.3 |
| Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary | 5.5 |
| Louis Lake Intermediate | 8.0 |
| Donald S. Jordan Intermediate | 8.5 |
| Bryant Elementary | 5.3 |
| Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary | 7.0 |
| Rancho Alamitos High | 8.1 |
| A. G. Cook Elementary | 9.2 |
| Meairs Elementary | 5.7 |
| Jordan Secondary Learning Center | 6.2 |
Showing 20 of 51 schools. View all schools in Garden Grove
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
9621 BIXBY AVE, Garden Grove, CA 92841
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Padre Pio Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Ethel M. Evans Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Donald S. Jordan Intermediate (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Faylane Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garden Grove, see our Garden Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Padre Pio Academy Garden Grove | 0.0 mi | — |
| Brookhurst Elementary Garden Grove | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Marie L. Hare High Garden Grove | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Gilbert Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Louis G. Zeyen Elementary Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Stanford Elementary Garden Grove | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| O C KIDS PRESCHOOL Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | — |
| RAINBOW KIDS ACADEMY Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | — |
| Faylane Elementary Garden Grove | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Ethel M. Evans Elementary Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Olive Crest Academy - North Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | — |
| OLIVE CREST ACADEMY - NORTH Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Sunnyside Elementary Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| OLIVE CREST ACADEMY Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Alamitos Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Dr. Walter C. Ralston Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Linton T. Simmons Elementary Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Donald S. Jordan Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| ST COLUMBAN SCHOOL Garden Grove | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Esther L. Walter Anaheim | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92841 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,975
Median Home Value
$766,400
Median Rent
$1,983/mo
Population
33,514
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
55.1%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
40.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Padre Pio Academy
What grades does Padre Pio Academy serve?
Padre Pio Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Padre Pio Academy?
Padre Pio Academy has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Padre Pio Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Padre Pio Academy is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Padre Pio Academy rank in CA?
Padre Pio Academy ranks #904 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Padre Pio Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Padre Pio Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Padre Pio Academy a private school?
Yes, Padre Pio Academy 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 Padre Pio Academy a religious school?
Padre Pio Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (562) 212-4493
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