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St. Columba Catholic School
Elementary School
3365 Glencolum Drive, San Diego, CA 92123
Enrollment
219
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
219
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
How this school compares
Academic performance
7.0 / 10
Strong
About St. Columba Catholic School
St. Columba Catholic School is an private elementary school in San Diego, CA 92123. The school serves approximately 219 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 19.9:1.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $121,856, where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
As a private school, St. Columba Catholic 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
BetaHow St. Columba Catholic School compares to 248 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. Columba Catholic School (this school) | — |
| Wegeforth Elementary | 8.8 |
| Taft Middle | 7.1 |
| Cubberley Elementary | 6.7 |
| Angier Elementary | 7.5 |
| Jones Elementary | 4.5 |
| Juarez Elementary | 4.1 |
| San Diego County Court | 5.7 |
| Elevate | 5.4 |
| Hancock Elementary | 4.6 |
| Ross Elementary | 7.1 |
| Chesterton Elementary | 6.4 |
| Miller Elementary | 8.5 |
| Altus Schools Audeo | 4.9 |
| Fletcher Elementary | 3.4 |
| Nipaquay Elementary | 6.4 |
| Innovations Academy | 8.6 |
| San Diego Cooperative Charter | 6.7 |
| Kavod Charter | 7.8 |
| Farb Middle | 7.3 |
| San Diego Mission Academy | 5.5 |
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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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 219 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Address
- 3365 Glencolum Drive, San Diego, CA 92123
- Phone
- (858) 279-1882
- 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
3365 Glencolum Drive, San Diego, CA 92123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Columba Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wegeforth Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.1 miles away). Another option is SOILLE SAN DIEGO HEBREW BAY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away). Additionally, Angier Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away). For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST COLUMBA SCHOOL San Diego | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Wegeforth Elementary San Diego | 0.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Taft Middle San Diego | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Cubberley Elementary San Diego | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Angier Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Soille San Diego Hebrew Day San Diego | 0.7 mi | — |
| SOILLE SAN DIEGO HEBREW BAY SCHOOL San Diego | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Jones Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Le Lycée Français de San Diego San Diego | 0.7 mi | — |
| LE LYCEE FRANCAIS DE SAN DIEGO San Diego | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| School for Entrepreneurship and Technology San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Juarez Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Elevate San Diego | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| San Diego County Court San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Hancock Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Kearny Digital Media & Design San Diego | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Kearny School of Biomedical Science and Technology San Diego | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Kearny College Connections San Diego | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Kearny Eng Innov & Design San Diego | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Ross Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,856
Median Home Value
$799,600
Median Rent
$2,798/mo
Population
32,999
College Educated
47.6%
Homeownership
43.9%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
36.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding St. Columba Catholic School has a median household income of $121,856. It is a well-educated community where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $799,600, with a median rent of $2,798/month. The local poverty rate of 8.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Columba Catholic School
What grades does St. Columba Catholic School serve?
St. Columba Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St. Columba Catholic School?
St. Columba Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 219 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Columba Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Columba Catholic School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is St. Columba Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St. Columba Catholic School 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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 219
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- San Diego
- Phone
- (858) 279-1882
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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