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#1413 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St Benedict School
Elementary School
217 N 10TH ST, Montebello, CA 90640
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,413 of 1,787
In Montebello
#1 of 4
public schools
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St Benedict School
Elementary School in Montebello · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Benedict School
St Benedict School is a private elementary school in Montebello, CA. St Benedict School serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Benedict School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,413 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Benedict 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 Benedict School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Montebello, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Benedict School (this school) | 5.3 |
| Washington Elementary | 6.5 |
| Montebello Intermediate | 6.7 |
| Fremont Elementary | 5.8 |
| La Merced Academy | 6.7 |
| Wilcox Elementary | 7.2 |
| La Merced Intermediate | 5.7 |
| Greenwood Elementary | 4.9 |
| Eastmont Intermediate | 7.4 |
| Montebello Community Day | — |
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
217 N 10TH ST, Montebello, CA 90640
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Benedict School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Montebello Gardens Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Pico Rivera), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wilcox Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, La Merced Academy (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Montebello, see our Montebello schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Benedict Elementary Montebello | 0.1 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary Montebello | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| MONTEBELLO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montebello | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Montebello Intermediate Montebello | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Fremont Elementary Montebello | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Applied Technology Center Montebello | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Montebello High Montebello | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| La Merced Academy Montebello | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Greenwood Elementary Montebello | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Wilcox Elementary Montebello | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Schurr High Montebello | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| La Merced Intermediate Montebello | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Cantwell–Sacred Heart of Mary High School Montebello | 1.1 mi | — |
| CANTWELL SACRED HEART OF MARY Montebello | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Armenian Mesrobian School Pico Rivera | 1.2 mi | — |
| ARMENIAN MESROBIAN SCHOOL Pico Rivera | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Montebello Gardens Elementary Pico Rivera | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| OUR LADY OF THE MIRACULOUS MEDAL Montebello | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Montebello Park Elementary Los Angeles | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Our Lady of The Miraculous Medal Montebello | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90640 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,833
Median Home Value
$660,600
Median Rent
$1,771/mo
Population
61,615
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
46.3%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
39.4
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|---|---|
| A. H. Morgan Elementary Rialto, CA | 5.3 |
| Acacia Magnet School for Enriched Learning Thousand Oaks, CA | 5.3 |
| Alice Birney Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento, CA | 5.3 |
| Ann Soldo Elementary Watsonville, CA | 5.3 |
| Arlington Heights Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.3 |
| Arminta Street Elementary North Hollywood, CA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Benedict School
What grades does St Benedict School serve?
St Benedict School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Benedict School?
St Benedict School has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Benedict School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Benedict School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Benedict School rank in CA?
St Benedict School ranks #1,413 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Benedict School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Benedict School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Benedict School a private school?
Yes, St Benedict 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 Benedict School a religious school?
St Benedict School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 408
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 721-3348
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