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Saint Mary's College High School
High School
1294 Albina Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94706
Enrollment
630
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
630
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
How this school compares
Academic performance
8.5 / 10
Very strong
About Saint Mary's College High School
Saint Mary's College High School is a private high school in Berkeley, CA 94706. The school serves approximately 630 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.3:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $136,961, where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
As a private school, Saint Mary's College High 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 Mary's College High School compares to the 17 public schools in Berkeley, CA
All Schools in Berkeley
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Saint Mary's College High School (this school) | — |
| Ruth Acty Elementary | 9.5 |
| Martin Luther King Middle | 8.3 |
| Thousand Oaks Elementary | 9.1 |
| Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier | 9.1 |
| Oxford Elementary at West Campus | 8.6 |
| Berkeley High | 8.4 |
| Cragmont Elementary | 9.1 |
| Washington Elementary | 9.0 |
| Rosa Parks Environmental Science | 8.7 |
| Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle | 9.1 |
| Berkeley Technology Academy | 7.1 |
| Berkeley Independent Study K-8 | — |
| Sylvia Mendez Elementary | 9.2 |
| Willard Middle | 8.9 |
| Malcolm X Elementary | 8.5 |
| Emerson Elementary | 9.1 |
| John Muir Elementary | 9.3 |
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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 630 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Address
- 1294 Albina Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94706
- Phone
- (510) 526-9242
- 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
1294 Albina Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Saint Mary's College High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Albany High (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Albany). Another option is BAYHILL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away). Additionally, BAYHILL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away). For more schools in Berkeley, see our Berkeley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE CROWDEN SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| The Crowden School Berkeley | 0.2 mi | — |
| Ruth Acty Elementary Berkeley | 0.3 mi | 9.5 |
| CEDAR CREEK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.4 mi | — |
| Martin Luther King Middle Berkeley | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Marin Elementary Albany | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Thousand Oaks Elementary Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| School of the Madeleine Berkeley | 0.7 mi | — |
| SCHOOL OF THE MADELEINE Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| THE BERKELEY SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Bayhill High Berkeley | 0.8 mi | — |
| BAYHILL HIGH SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| BAYHILL HIGH SCHOOL Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Cornell Elementary Albany | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Oxford Elementary at West Campus Berkeley | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| TILDEN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Albany | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Tilden Preparatory School Albany | 0.8 mi | — |
| Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Shu Ren International School Berkeley | 1.0 mi | — |
| Albany High Albany | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$136,961
Median Home Value
$1,188,100
Median Rent
$2,394/mo
Population
20,486
College Educated
76.7%
Homeownership
53.9%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
38.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Saint Mary's College High School has a median household income of $136,961. It is a well-educated community where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,188,100, with a median rent of $2,394/month. The local poverty rate of 8.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Saint Mary's College High School
What grades does Saint Mary's College High School serve?
Saint Mary's College High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Saint Mary's College High School?
Saint Mary's College High School has an enrollment of approximately 630 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Saint Mary's College High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Saint Mary's College High School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Saint Mary's College High School a private school?
Yes, Saint Mary's College High 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 (5,909/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Berkeley). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 630
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Alameda
- Phone
- (510) 526-9242
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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