Very Good
#474 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 27% of private schools
St David School
Elementary School
871 SONOMA ST, Richmond, CA 94805
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#474 of 1,787
In Richmond
#5 of 5
public schools
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About St David School
St David School is a private elementary school in Richmond, CA. St David School serves approximately 145 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St David School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #474 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 145 students, St David 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 David 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 David School compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in Richmond, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St David School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Riverside Elementary | 3.6 |
| Mira Vista Elementary | 8.2 |
| Michelle Obama Elementary | 5.0 |
| Manzanita Middle | 5.9 |
| Ford Elementary | 3.4 |
| Lovonya DeJean Middle | 4.4 |
| Grant Elementary | 3.0 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary | 2.9 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary | 2.7 |
| Highland Elementary | 3.5 |
| Stege Elementary | 5.0 |
| Sheldon Elementary | 3.7 |
| Coronado Elementary | 1.8 |
| Summit Public School: Tamalpais | 4.1 |
| Peres Elementary | 2.5 |
| Richmond College Preparatory | 7.8 |
| Nystrom Elementary | 5.6 |
| Verde Elementary | 4.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 2.7 |
| Valley View Elementary | 4.0 |
Showing 20 of 27 schools. View all schools in Richmond
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
871 SONOMA ST, Richmond, CA 94805
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St David School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mira Vista Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CRESTMONT SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MONTESSORI FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby El Cerrito), a more accessible option. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. David School Richmond | 0.0 mi | — |
| CRESTMONT SCHOOL Richmond | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Riverside Elementary Richmond | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Mira Vista Elementary Richmond | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Michelle Obama Elementary Richmond | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| ARLINGTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Richmond | 0.7 mi | — |
| SALESIAN HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| East Bay Montessori El Cerrito | 1.2 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI FAMILY SCHOOL El Cerrito | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Manzanita Middle Richmond | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Salesian High School d/b/a Salesian College Preparatory Richmond | 1.1 mi | — |
| SALESIAN COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Richmond | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Ford Elementary Richmond | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary Richmond | 1.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Lovonya DeJean Middle Richmond | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy San Pablo | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Summit Public School K2 El Cerrito | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| St. Paul School San Pable | 1.3 mi | — |
| John F. Kennedy High Richmond | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Helms Middle San Pablo | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,191
Median Home Value
$738,800
Median Rent
$2,272/mo
Population
15,356
College Educated
43.7%
Homeownership
67.6%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
42.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aspire College Academy Oakland, CA | 7.0 |
| Bridge Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 7.0 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orange, CA | 7.0 |
| GATEWAY SCHOOL Santa Cruz, CA | 7.0 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Santa Cruz, CA | 7.0 |
| Maxwell Elementary Maxwell, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St David School
What grades does St David School serve?
St David School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St David School?
St David School has an enrollment of approximately 145 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St David School?
The student-teacher ratio at St David School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St David School rank in CA?
St David School ranks #474 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St David School's MySchoolScout rating?
St David School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St David School a private school?
Yes, St David 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 David School a religious school?
St David School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 145
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Phone
- (510) 232-2283
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