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St. Anselm School
Elementary School
40 Belle Avenue, San Anselmo, CA 94960
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About St. Anselm School
St. Anselm School is an private elementary school in San Anselmo, CA 94960. The school serves approximately 267 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.1:1.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $172,332, where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
As a private school, St. Anselm 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 St. Anselm School compares to the 4 public schools in San Anselmo, CA
All Schools in San Anselmo
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. Anselm School (this school) | — |
| Wade Thomas Elementary | 6.9 |
| Archie Williams High | 6.8 |
| Brookside Elementary | 7.6 |
| Hidden Valley Elementary | 8.8 |
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
- 267 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Address
- 40 Belle Avenue, San Anselmo, CA 94960
- Phone
- (415) 454-8667
- 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
40 Belle Avenue, San Anselmo, CA 94960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Anselm School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ross Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Ross). Another option is Anthony G. Bacich Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Kentfield). Additionally, Sun Valley Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby San Rafael). For more schools in San Anselmo, see our San Anselmo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wade Thomas Elementary San Anselmo | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| THE BRANSON SCHOOL Ross | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| The Branson School Ross | 0.5 mi | — |
| Ross Elementary Ross | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| CHRONOS ACADEMY San Anselmo | 0.7 mi | — |
| SAN ANSELMO MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Anselmo | 0.8 mi | — |
| OAK HILL SCHOOL San Anselmo | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| IRINE M HUNT SCHOOL OF MARIN San Anselmo | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Irene M. Hunt School / Side by Side San Anselmo | 0.9 mi | — |
| Archie Williams High San Anselmo | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Sun Valley Elementary San Rafael | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Adaline E. Kent Middle Kentfield | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Brookside Elementary San Anselmo | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| MARIN ACADEMY San Rafael | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Anthony G. Bacich Elementary Kentfield | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| LINDAMOOD-BELL LEARNING PROCESSES SAN RAFAEL San Rafael | 1.7 mi | — |
| Terra Linda High San Rafael | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| MARIN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Kentfield | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Ross Valley Charter Fairfax | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL San Rafael | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$172,332
Median Home Value
$1,589,200
Median Rent
$2,838/mo
Population
15,891
College Educated
72.7%
Homeownership
70.4%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
46.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding St. Anselm School has a median household income of $172,332. It is a well-educated community where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,589,200, with a median rent of $2,838/month. The local poverty rate of 4.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Anselm School
What grades does St. Anselm School serve?
St. Anselm School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St. Anselm School?
St. Anselm School has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Anselm School?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Anselm School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is St. Anselm School a private school?
Yes, St. Anselm 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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 267
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Marin
- Phone
- (415) 454-8667
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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