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#1160 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St Bede Catholic School
Elementary School
26910 PATRICK AVE, Hayward, CA 94544
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,160 of 1,787
In Hayward
#8 of 10
public schools
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About St Bede Catholic School
St Bede Catholic School is a private elementary school in Hayward, CA. St Bede Catholic School serves approximately 195 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Bede Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,160 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 195 students, St Bede Catholic 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 Bede Catholic School runs 20.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
St Bede Catholic 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 Bede Catholic School compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Hayward, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Bede Catholic School (this school) | 5.8 |
| Tyrrell Elementary | 4.4 |
| Glassbrook Elementary | 3.5 |
| Eldridge Elementary | 5.5 |
| Schafer Park Elementary | 7.1 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle | 6.7 |
| Faith Ringgold School of Arts and Science | 2.9 |
| Southgate Elementary | 8.3 |
| Ruus Elementary | 5.5 |
| Palma Ceia Elementary | 6.5 |
| Cesar Chavez Middle | 5.0 |
| Harder Elementary | 2.6 |
| Park Elementary | 6.0 |
| Lorin A. Eden Elementary | 5.7 |
| Eden Gardens Elementary | 5.0 |
| Winton Middle | 6.3 |
| Anthony W. Ochoa Middle | 7.3 |
| Hayward Twin Oaks Montessori | 6.0 |
| Alameda County Community | 6.6 |
| Burbank Elementary | 5.0 |
| Bret Harte Middle | 6.1 |
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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
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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
26910 PATRICK AVE, Hayward, CA 94544
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Bede Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Southgate Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hayward Collegiate Charter (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Hollister), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Schafer Park Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hayward, see our Hayward schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Bede School Hayward | 0.0 mi | — |
| Glassbrook Elementary Hayward | 0.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Tyrrell Elementary Hayward | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| BAYSIDE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hayward | 0.3 mi | — |
| Bayside Seventh-day Adventist Christian Hayward | 0.3 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF HAYWARD Hayward | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Eldridge Elementary Hayward | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Schafer Park Elementary Hayward | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Hayward Collegiate Charter Hollister | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Ruus Elementary Hayward | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Hayward | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Faith Ringgold School of Arts and Science Hayward | 0.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Palma Ceia Elementary Hayward | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Tennyson High Hayward | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Harder Elementary Hayward | 0.9 mi | 2.6 |
| Southgate Elementary Hayward | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Cesar Chavez Middle Hayward | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Leadership Public Schools - Hayward Oakland | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Team Academy for Girls Hayward | 1.2 mi | — |
| Mt. Eden High Hayward | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94544 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,358
Median Home Value
$801,900
Median Rent
$2,339/mo
Population
76,739
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
53.5%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
37.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALL SOULS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South San Francisco, CA | 5.8 |
| Belleview Elementary Sonora, CA | 5.8 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Piedmont, CA | 5.8 |
| Cajon Valley Home El Cajon, CA | 5.8 |
| Cantua Elementary San Joaquin, CA | 5.8 |
| Cappy Culver Elementary Paso Robles, CA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Bede Catholic School
What grades does St Bede Catholic School serve?
St Bede Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Bede Catholic School?
St Bede Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 195 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Bede Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Bede Catholic School is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Bede Catholic School rank in CA?
St Bede Catholic School ranks #1,160 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Bede Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Bede Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Bede Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Bede Catholic 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 Bede Catholic School a religious school?
St Bede Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 195
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 782-3444
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