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Saint Isabella School
Elementary School
1 Trinity Way, San Rafael, Ca 94903, San Rafael, CA 94903
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About Saint Isabella School
Saint Isabella School is an private elementary school in San Rafael, CA 94903. The school serves approximately 246 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.4:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $127,464, where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
As a private school, Saint Isabella 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
BetaHow Saint Isabella School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in San Rafael, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Saint Isabella School (this school) | — |
| Marin County Special Education | 5.2 |
| Marin's Community | 4.9 |
| Vallecito Elementary | 6.3 |
| Marin County Juvenile Court | — |
| Miller Creek Middle | 5.9 |
| Lucas Valley Elementary | 5.5 |
| Sun Valley Elementary | 7.6 |
| Venetia Valley K-8 | 4.0 |
| Mary E. Silveira Elementary | 4.0 |
| Coleman Elementary | 5.2 |
| James B. Davidson Middle | 7.1 |
| Laurel Dell Elementary | 6.5 |
| San Pedro Elementary | 6.0 |
| Bahia Vista Elementary | 6.4 |
| Glenwood Elementary | 6.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 246 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Address
- 1 Trinity Way, San Rafael, Ca 94903, San Rafael, CA 94903
- Phone
- (415) 479-3727
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
1 Trinity Way, San Rafael, Ca 94903, San Rafael, CA 94903
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Saint Isabella School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hidden Valley Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby San Anselmo). Another option is Sun Valley Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away). Additionally, MARIN WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away). For more schools in San Rafael, see our San Rafael schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Day School San Rafael | 0.2 mi | — |
| MARK DAY SCHOOL San Rafael | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Montessori de Terra Linda San Rafael | 0.3 mi | — |
| Vallecito Elementary San Rafael | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Phoenix Academy San Rafael | 0.4 mi | — |
| Marin County Special Education San Rafael | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Marin's Community San Rafael | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Terra Linda High San Rafael | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| BOOST of Cypress School San Rafael | 0.8 mi | — |
| ICE CREAM & SHOE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN INC. San Rafael | 0.9 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy Marin San Rafael | 1.0 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY MARIN San Rafael | 1.0 mi | — |
| Marin Waldorf School San Rafael | 1.2 mi | — |
| MARIN WALDORF SCHOOL San Rafael | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Hidden Valley Elementary San Anselmo | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| STAR ACADEMY San Rafael | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Marin County Juvenile Court San Rafael | 1.4 mi | — |
| Miller Creek Middle San Rafael | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Sun Valley Elementary San Rafael | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Lucas Valley Elementary San Rafael | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94903 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,464
Median Home Value
$1,149,400
Median Rent
$3,026/mo
Population
31,135
College Educated
55.1%
Homeownership
65.5%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
48.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Saint Isabella School has a median household income of $127,464. It is a well-educated community where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,149,400, with a median rent of $3,026/month. The local poverty rate of 7.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Saint Isabella School
What grades does Saint Isabella School serve?
Saint Isabella School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Saint Isabella School?
Saint Isabella School has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Saint Isabella School?
The student-teacher ratio at Saint Isabella School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Saint Isabella School a private school?
Yes, Saint Isabella School is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,042/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Rafael). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 246
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Marin
- Phone
- (415) 479-3727
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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