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#313 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Top 17% of private schools

St Catherine Laboure School

Elementary School

3846 REDONDO BEACH BLVD, Torrance, CA 90504

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 33 schools in Torrance. Learn more

Enrollment

369

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Torrance

#2 of 10

public schools

California elementary schools

#170 of 1,102

Academic performance

8.3 / 10

Very strong

About St Catherine Laboure School

ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL serves 369 students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade in Torrance, California. This elementary school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 15.1 to 1, with 24 full-time equivalent teachers providing instruction across all grade levels. The school earns a solid 7.5 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout, though it ranks in the 29th percentile among California elementary schools at #1275 out of 1790 schools statewide.

This suggests the school has room for academic growth while serving its diverse student body. Located on Redondo Beach Boulevard, ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL draws families from an established community where the median household income reaches $101,773 and 45% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood's low poverty rate of 8.9% reflects the area's economic stability, with median home values of $854,800 indicating a well-established residential community.

The school's pre-K through eighth grade structure allows students to develop within a consistent educational environment over nearly a decade, fostering long-term relationships between students, families, and faculty. ST CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL operates within Torrance's mid-size city environment, providing students with suburban stability while maintaining access to the broader Los Angeles metropolitan area's educational and cultural resources.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, St Catherine Laboure 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

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How St Catherine Laboure School compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Torrance, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
This School
vs
24.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
369
This School
vs
546
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.3
This School
vs
6.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 35% vs 0%
Asian 16.5% vs 0%
Black 11.9% vs 0%
White 8.4% vs 0%
St Catherine Laboure School Torrance Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Catherine Laboure School (this school) 7.3
Evelyn Carr Elementary 6.3
Yukon Elementary 7.3
Edison Elementary 5.7
Philip Magruder Middle 5.2
Casimir Middle 6.4
Lincoln Elementary 8.3
Arlington Elementary 7.6
Bert M. Lynn Middle 6.6
Towers Elementary 7.8
Victor Elementary 6.7
Madrona Middle 6.0
Fern Elementary 7.1
Anza Elementary 6.3
Jefferson Middle 6.6
Gene Drevno Community Day
Halldale Elementary 6.2
Torrance Elementary 7.4
Joseph Arnold Elementary 7.9
Van Deene Avenue Elementary 5.9
Hickory Elementary 6.7

Showing 20 of 29 schools. View all schools in Torrance

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,324.8
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 78%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 369
View data sources

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)

Hispanic 35.0%
Two or More 19.0%
Asian 16.5%
Black 11.9%
Pacific Islander 8.9%
White 8.4%
Native American 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3846 REDONDO BEACH BLVD, Torrance, CA 90504

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Catherine Laboure School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William Anderson Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Lawndale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mark Twain Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Lawndale), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Torrance, see our Torrance schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
St. Catherine Laboure Elementary Torrance 0.1 mi
Evelyn Carr Elementary Torrance 0.4 mi 6.3
Yukon Elementary Torrance 0.7 mi 7.3
Edison Elementary Torrance 0.9 mi 5.7
Playhouse School Torrance 0.9 mi
Mark Twain Elementary Lawndale 0.9 mi 7.9
North High Torrance 1.0 mi 7.7
Will Rogers Middle Lawndale 1.0 mi 7.2
William Anderson Elementary Lawndale 1.0 mi 8.3
William Green Elementary Lawndale 0.9 mi 5.2
Philip Magruder Middle Torrance 1.1 mi 5.2
Environmental Charter High - Lawndale Lawndale 0.9 mi 8.5
Environmental Charter High - Gardena Gardena 1.1 mi 7.5
LIMAI ACADEMY Gardena 1.1 mi
F. D. Roosevelt Elementary Lawndale 1.3 mi 6.4
Casimir Middle Torrance 1.1 mi 6.4
Lincoln Elementary Torrance 1.1 mi 8.3
Jane Addams Middle Lawndale 1.4 mi 8.2
Renaissance County Community Hawthorne 1.5 mi 6.0
Redondo Beach Virtual Learning Redondo Beach 1.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,474

Median Home Value

$897,100

Median Rent

$2,225/mo

Population

33,321

College Educated

45.3%

Homeownership

60.1%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

42

Community Profile

The community surrounding St Catherine Laboure School has a median household income of $105,474. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $897,100, with a median rent of $2,225/month. The local poverty rate of 8.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ANNUNCIATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stockton, CA 7.3
Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose, CA 7.3
Aileen Colburn Elementary Atwater, CA 7.3
Almaden Elementary San Jose, CA 7.3
Amy Imai Elementary Mountain View, CA 7.3
Bay View Elementary Santa Cruz, CA 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Catherine Laboure School

What grades does St Catherine Laboure School serve?

St Catherine Laboure School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Catherine Laboure School?

St Catherine Laboure School has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Catherine Laboure School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Catherine Laboure School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Catherine Laboure School rank in CA?

St Catherine Laboure School is ranked #313 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is St Catherine Laboure School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Catherine Laboure School has a composite rating of 7.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Catherine Laboure School a private school?

Yes, St Catherine Laboure 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 Catherine Laboure School a religious school?

St Catherine Laboure School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable
City Safety
High (3,096/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Torrance). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
369
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
184 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
LOS ANGELES
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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