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St Dominic Elementary School

Elementary School

935 E 5TH ST, Benicia, CA 94510

Private

Enrollment

308

Student-Teacher

20.7:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#1,113 of 1,787

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St Dominic Elementary School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Benicia · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St Dominic Elementary School

St Dominic Elementary School is a private elementary school in Benicia, CA. St Dominic Elementary School serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Dominic Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,113 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it comparesOn par with CA schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

St Dominic Elementary School runs 20.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

St Dominic Elementary 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

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How St Dominic Elementary School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Benicia, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
20.7:1
This School
vs
19.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
308
This School
vs
486
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
6.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 36.7% vs 0%
Asian 13.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.4% vs 0%
Black 2.6% vs 0%
St Dominic Elementary School Benicia Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Dominic Elementary School (this school) 5.9
Community Day
Robert Semple Elementary 6.5
Mary Farmar Elementary 6.2
Benicia Middle 5.8
Joe Henderson Elementary 6.5
Matthew Turner Elementary 6.5

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

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

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)
C- 2.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 20.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,253
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 72%
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
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Enrollment 308
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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)

White 36.7%
Two or More 35.1%
Asian 13.3%
Hispanic 8.4%
Pacific Islander 3.9%
Black 2.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

935 E 5TH ST, Benicia, CA 94510

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Dominic Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Martinez), which scores notably higher. Another option is John Muir Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Martinez), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Robert Semple Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Benicia, see our Benicia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Community Day Benicia 0.1 mi
Liberty High Benicia 0.2 mi 5.5
Robert Semple Elementary Benicia 0.8 mi 6.5
Mary Farmar Elementary Benicia 1.5 mi 6.2
Benicia High Benicia 1.8 mi 7.4
Benicia Middle Benicia 1.9 mi 5.8
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Martinez 2.5 mi 7.5
St. Catherine of Siena Martinez 2.5 mi
Vicente Martinez High Martinez 2.5 mi 6.9
Briones (Alternative) Martinez 2.5 mi 4.9
BUILDING Connections Academy Martinez Martinez 2.5 mi
Matthew Turner Elementary Benicia 2.6 mi 6.5
Joe Henderson Elementary Benicia 2.6 mi 6.5
Martinez Junior High Martinez 2.6 mi 5.5
Alhambra Senior High Martinez 3.3 mi 6.3
WOODBRIDGE CHILDREN'S CENTER - JOHN MUIR Martinez 3.7 mi
John Muir Elementary Martinez 3.7 mi 6.9
Glen Cove Elementary Vallejo 3.7 mi 5.7
ST PATRICK-ST VINCENT HIGH SCHOOL Vallejo 3.9 mi 7.4
St. Patrick-St. Vincent Catholic High School Vallejo 3.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94510 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$125,222

Median Home Value

$778,900

Median Rent

$2,234/mo

Population

26,879

College Educated

45.6%

Homeownership

71.2%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

45.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Dominic Elementary School

What grades does St Dominic Elementary School serve?

St Dominic Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St Dominic Elementary School?

St Dominic Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Dominic Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Dominic Elementary School is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Dominic Elementary School rank in CA?

St Dominic Elementary School ranks #1,113 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is St Dominic Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Dominic Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Dominic Elementary School a private school?

Yes, St Dominic Elementary 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 Dominic Elementary School a religious school?

St Dominic Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
308
Gender Split
38% M / 62% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
179 days
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Solano County

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