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#1281 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St Dorothy Catholic School
Elementary School
215 S VALLEY CENTER AVE, Glendora, CA 91741
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,281 of 1,787
In Glendora
#4 of 4
public schools
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St Dorothy Catholic School
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About St Dorothy Catholic School
St Dorothy Catholic School is a private elementary school in Glendora, CA. St Dorothy Catholic School serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Dorothy Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,281 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Dorothy 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 Dorothy Catholic School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Glendora, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Dorothy Catholic School (this school) | 5.6 |
| Sellers Elementary | 6.2 |
| Cullen Elementary | 6.3 |
| Goddard Middle | 7.4 |
| Sutherland Elementary | 6.3 |
| Willow Elementary | 6.6 |
| Oak Knoll Alternative | 5.3 |
| Bridges Community Day | — |
| La Fetra Elementary | 5.9 |
| Washington Elementary | 7.8 |
| Stanton Elementary | 4.4 |
| Sandburg Middle | 5.2 |
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
215 S VALLEY CENTER AVE, Glendora, CA 91741
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Dorothy Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arma J. Shull Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby San Dimas), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOPE LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Willow Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Glendora, see our Glendora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Dorothy Elementary School Glendora | 0.0 mi | — |
| Glendora High Glendora | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| HOPE LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glendora | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Hope Lutheran Elementary Glendora | 0.5 mi | — |
| Sellers Elementary Glendora | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| REAL LIFE LA PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Glendora | 0.8 mi | — |
| Cullen Elementary Glendora | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Goddard Middle Glendora | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Willow Elementary Glendora | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Gladstone Elementary San Dimas | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Sutherland Elementary Glendora | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Arrow High (Continuation) Glendora | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Oak Knoll Alternative Glendora | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Bridges Community Day Glendora | 1.6 mi | — |
| Arma J. Shull Elementary San Dimas | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| ARROW MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SAN DIMAS San Dimas | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Arrow Montessori School of San Dimas San Dimas | 1.7 mi | — |
| FOOTHILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Glendora | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| DOVE DAY SCHOOL- EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS- INC. San Dimas | 2.1 mi | — |
| Whitcomb Continuation High Glendora | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91741 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,063
Median Home Value
$923,700
Median Rent
$2,212/mo
Population
26,166
College Educated
47.3%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
42.4
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Anderson Heights Elementary Anderson, CA | 5.6 |
| CATHEDRAL OF ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL Stockton, CA | 5.6 |
| Creekside Early Learning Center Alpine, CA | 5.6 |
| Dixieland Elementary Madera, CA | 5.6 |
| Freshwater Elementary Eureka, CA | 5.6 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL & PRESCHOOL Huntington Beach, CA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Dorothy Catholic School
What grades does St Dorothy Catholic School serve?
St Dorothy Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Dorothy Catholic School?
St Dorothy Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Dorothy Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Dorothy Catholic School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Dorothy Catholic School rank in CA?
St Dorothy Catholic School ranks #1,281 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Dorothy Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Dorothy Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Dorothy Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Dorothy 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 Dorothy Catholic School a religious school?
St Dorothy Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 212
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 184 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (626) 335-0772
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