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#1497 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St Charles Catholic School
Elementary School
929 18TH ST, San Diego, CA 92154
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,497 of 1,787
In San Diego
#54 of 56
public schools
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St Charles Catholic School
Elementary School in San Diego · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Charles Catholic School
St Charles Catholic School is a private elementary school in San Diego, CA. St Charles Catholic School serves approximately 198 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. St Charles Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,497 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 198 students, St Charles 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 Charles 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 Charles Catholic School compares to 248 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Charles Catholic School (this school) | 5.1 |
| Teofilo Mendoza | 2.7 |
| Emory Elementary | 5.4 |
| Mar Vista Academy | 5.1 |
| Sunnyslope Elementary | 4.1 |
| Godfrey G. Berry Elementary | 3.2 |
| Nestor Language Academy Charter | 5.3 |
| Launch Virtual Academy | 3.3 |
| Southwest Middle | 6.1 |
| Howard Pence Elementary | 3.2 |
| Montgomery Middle | 5.0 |
| Silver Wing Elementary | 5.7 |
| Los Altos Elementary | 5.2 |
| Finney (Myrtle S.) Elementary | 4.7 |
| Juarez-Lincoln Elementary | 5.4 |
| Ocean View Hills | 6.3 |
| Pacific View Leadership Elementary | 4.1 |
| Penn Elementary | 7.1 |
| Paradise Hills Elementary | 3.0 |
| San Diego SCPA | 7.2 |
| Balboa Elementary | 6.3 |
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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
929 18TH ST, San Diego, CA 92154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Charles Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Emory Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Nestor Language Academy Charter (rated 5.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bayside STEAM Academy (rated 4.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Imperial Beach), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Charles Elementary San Diego | 0.0 mi | — |
| Emory Elementary San Diego | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Teofilo Mendoza San Diego | 0.4 mi | 2.7 |
| Refugio de Amor Academy San Diego | 0.4 mi | — |
| Mar Vista Academy San Diego | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Central Elementary Imperial Beach | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Godfrey G. Berry Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Sunnyslope Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| OCEAN VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Nestor Language Academy Charter San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Southwest Senior High San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Oneonta Elementary Imperial Beach | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Accelerated Academics San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| Bayside STEAM Academy Imperial Beach | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| SBUSD Virtual Academy Imperial Beach | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| ST JAMES LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Imperial Beach | 1.2 mi | — |
| Launch Virtual Academy San Diego | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Southwest Middle San Diego | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Imperial Beach Charter Imperial Beach | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Mar Vista Senior High Imperial Beach | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,035
Median Home Value
$606,400
Median Rent
$2,143/mo
Population
82,832
College Educated
20.7%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
35.6
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| School | Rating |
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| Cabazon Elementary Cabazon, CA | 5.1 |
| Cheremoya Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.1 |
| DOLORES MISSION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles, CA | 5.1 |
| MISSION HILLS SCHOOL Castro Valley, CA | 5.1 |
| Marblehead Elementary San Clemente, CA | 5.1 |
| Mission Education Center San Francisco, CA | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Charles Catholic School
What grades does St Charles Catholic School serve?
St Charles Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Charles Catholic School?
St Charles Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 198 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Charles Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Charles Catholic School is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Charles Catholic School rank in CA?
St Charles Catholic School ranks #1,497 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Charles Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Charles Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Charles Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Charles 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 Charles Catholic School a religious school?
St Charles Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 198
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (619) 423-3701
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