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St. Catherine Elementary
Elementary School
17500 Peak Ave, Morgan Hill, CA 95037
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About St. Catherine Elementary
St. Catherine Elementary is an private elementary school in Morgan Hill, CA 95037. The school serves approximately 309 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 22.9:1.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $158,256, where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at St. Catherine Elementary is 22.9:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
As a private school, St. Catherine Elementary 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. Catherine Elementary compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Morgan Hill, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. Catherine Elementary (this school) | — |
| P. A. Walsh STEAM Academy | 5.9 |
| Lewis H. Britton Middle | 5.7 |
| El Toro Health Science Academy | 7.6 |
| Paradise Valley Engineering Academy | 7.5 |
| Barrett Elementary | 6.5 |
| Nordstrom Elementary | 5.5 |
| Jackson Academy of Music and Math (JAMM) | 6.6 |
| Charter School of Morgan Hill | 5.1 |
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
- 309 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.9:1
- Address
- 17500 Peak Ave, Morgan Hill, CA 95037
- Phone
- (408) 779-9950
- 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
17500 Peak Ave, Morgan Hill, CA 95037
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Catherine Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. El Toro Health Science Academy (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away). Another option is Paradise Valley Engineering Academy (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away). Additionally, STRATFORD SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away). For more schools in Morgan Hill, see our Morgan Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$158,256
Median Home Value
$1,152,400
Median Rent
$2,242/mo
Population
51,517
College Educated
43.8%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
34.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
39.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding St. Catherine Elementary has a median household income of $158,256. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,152,400, with a median rent of $2,242/month. The local poverty rate of 4.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Catherine Elementary
What grades does St. Catherine Elementary serve?
St. Catherine Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St. Catherine Elementary?
St. Catherine Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Catherine Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Catherine Elementary is 22.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is St. Catherine Elementary a private school?
Yes, St. Catherine Elementary 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 (1,717/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Morgan Hill). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 309
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Santa Clara
- Phone
- (408) 779-9950
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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