Average
#682 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 38% of private schools
St Barbara School
Elementary School
5306 W MCFADDEN AVE, Santa Ana, CA 92704
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#682 of 1,787
In Santa Ana
#2 of 9
public schools
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St Barbara School
Elementary School in Santa Ana · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Barbara School
St Barbara School is a private elementary school in Santa Ana, CA. St Barbara School serves approximately 189 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Barbara School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #682 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 189 students, St Barbara School 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.
St Barbara School 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 St Barbara School compares to 62 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Ana, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Barbara School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate | 7.6 |
| Heritage Elementary | 4.9 |
| Newhope Elementary | 7.3 |
| Rosita Elementary | 7.1 |
| R. F. Hazard Elementary | 8.6 |
| Edward Russell Elementary | 5.8 |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary | 4.9 |
| Magnolia Science Academy Santa Ana | 8.0 |
| Romero-Cruz Academy | 3.3 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary | 4.7 |
| Vista Heritage Global Academy | 4.6 |
| Vista Condor Global Academy | 4.4 |
| Diamond Elementary | 5.1 |
| Monte Vista Elementary | 5.2 |
| Gerald P. Carr Intermediate | 5.4 |
| Carl Harvey Elementary | 4.0 |
| Fremont Elementary | 6.7 |
| Samueli Academy | 5.8 |
| Adams Elementary | 4.9 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary | 3.8 |
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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
5306 W MCFADDEN AVE, Santa Ana, CA 92704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Barbara School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas Paine Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Garden Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is R. F. Hazard Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Susan B. Anthony Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Westminster), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Ana, see our Santa Ana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Barbara Elementary Santa Ana | 0.0 mi | — |
| ARI GUIRAGOS MINASSIAN ARMENIAN SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| BETHEL BAPTIST SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Thomas Paine Elementary Garden Grove | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Heritage Elementary Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| La Quinta High Westminster | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Newhope Elementary Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary Westminster | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| James Monroe Elementary Fountain Valley | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westminster | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Post Elementary Westminster | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| James Irvine Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| American Elite Education Westminster | 1.0 mi | — |
| Rosita Elementary Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Los Amigos High Fountain Valley | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Mamie L. Northcutt Elementary Fountain Valley | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| SANTA CLARA DAY NURSERY Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | — |
| R. F. Hazard Elementary Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Sarah McGarvin Intermediate Westminster | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,249
Median Home Value
$641,600
Median Rent
$2,147/mo
Population
80,408
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
35.2
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| BELMONT OAKS ACADEMY Belmont, CA | 6.6 |
| BRISKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF TIOH Los Angeles, CA | 6.6 |
| CONEJO ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newbury Park, CA | 6.6 |
| DIEGUENO COUNTRY SCHOOL Rancho Santa Fe, CA | 6.6 |
| Hillside Innovation Academy Menifee, CA | 6.6 |
| Richmond Elementary Susanville, CA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Barbara School
What grades does St Barbara School serve?
St Barbara School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Barbara School?
St Barbara School has an enrollment of approximately 189 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Barbara School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Barbara 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.
How does St Barbara School rank in CA?
St Barbara School ranks #682 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Barbara School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Barbara School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Barbara School a private school?
Yes, St Barbara 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 St Barbara School a religious school?
St Barbara School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 189
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (714) 775-9477
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