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#915 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St Columba School
Elementary School
3365 GLENCOLUM DR, San Diego, CA 92123
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#915 of 1,787
In San Diego
#31 of 56
public schools
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St Columba School
Elementary School in San Diego · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Columba School
St Columba School is a private elementary school in San Diego, CA. St Columba School serves approximately 221 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Columba School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #915 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Columba 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 Columba School compares to 248 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Columba School (this school) | 6.2 |
| Wegeforth Elementary | 6.4 |
| Taft Middle | 6.7 |
| Cubberley Elementary | 7.5 |
| Angier Elementary | 6.1 |
| Jones Elementary | 5.7 |
| Juarez Elementary | 6.8 |
| San Diego County Court | 5.7 |
| Elevate | 6.1 |
| Hancock Elementary | 7.6 |
| Ross Elementary | 6.7 |
| Miller Elementary | 8.0 |
| Chesterton Elementary | 8.2 |
| Altus Schools Audeo | 6.0 |
| Fletcher Elementary | 3.4 |
| Nipaquay Elementary | 6.6 |
| Innovations Academy | 8.9 |
| San Diego Cooperative Charter | 8.4 |
| Farb Middle | 8.2 |
| San Diego Mission Academy | 3.6 |
| Kavod Charter | 8.8 |
Showing 20 of 248 schools. View all schools in San Diego
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
3365 GLENCOLUM DR, San Diego, CA 92123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Columba School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOILLE SAN DIEGO HEBREW BAY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hancock Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cubberley Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Columba Catholic School San Diego | 0.1 mi | — |
| Wegeforth Elementary San Diego | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Taft Middle San Diego | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Cubberley Elementary San Diego | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Jones Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Angier Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Soille San Diego Hebrew Day San Diego | 0.7 mi | — |
| SOILLE SAN DIEGO HEBREW BAY SCHOOL San Diego | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Le Lycée Français de San Diego San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| LE LYCEE FRANCAIS DE SAN DIEGO San Diego | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Juarez Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| School for Entrepreneurship and Technology San Diego | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Elevate San Diego | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| San Diego County Court San Diego | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Hancock Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Kearny Digital Media & Design San Diego | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Kearny School of Biomedical Science and Technology San Diego | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Kearny College Connections San Diego | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Kearny Eng Innov & Design San Diego | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Altus Schools Audeo San Diego | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Columba School
What grades does St Columba School serve?
St Columba School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Columba School?
St Columba School has an enrollment of approximately 221 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Columba School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Columba School is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Columba School rank in CA?
St Columba School ranks #915 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Columba School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Columba School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Columba School a private school?
Yes, St Columba 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 Columba School a religious school?
St Columba School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 221
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (858) 279-1882
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