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#681 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 38% of private schools
St Edward Elementary School
Elementary School
5788 THORNTON AVE, Newark, CA 94560
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#681 of 1,787
In Newark
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Edward Elementary School
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About St Edward Elementary School
St Edward Elementary School is a private elementary school in Newark, CA. St Edward Elementary School serves approximately 211 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Edward Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #681 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Edward 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
BetaHow St Edward Elementary School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Newark, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Edward Elementary School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Birch Grove Intermediate | 7.6 |
| Newark Middle | 5.6 |
| Coyote Hills Elementary | 6.3 |
| Crossroads High (Alternative) | 6.2 |
| Birch Grove Primary | 2.1 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary | 7.3 |
| August Schilling Elementary | 3.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 7.7 |
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
5788 THORNTON AVE, Newark, CA 94560
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Edward Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oliveira Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Fremont), which scores notably higher. Another option is John G. Mattos Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Fremont), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Patterson Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Fremont), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Edward Parish Newark | 0.0 mi | — |
| Birch Grove Intermediate Newark | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| New Horizons School Newark | 0.6 mi | — |
| NEW HORIZONS SCHOOL Newark | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| SMART START CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER Newark | 0.8 mi | — |
| Cabrillo Elementary Fremont | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Newark Middle Newark | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Crossroads High (Alternative) Newark | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Coyote Hills Elementary Newark | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Bridgepoint High Newark | 0.9 mi | 2.4 |
| FREMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fremont | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Birch Grove Primary Newark | 1.0 mi | 2.1 |
| John G. Mattos Elementary Fremont | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL IN NEWARK Newark | 1.0 mi | — |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary Newark | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Thornton Middle Fremont | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| August Schilling Elementary Newark | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Patterson Elementary Fremont | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Glenmoor Elementary Fremont | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Oliveira Elementary Fremont | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$164,909
Median Home Value
$1,094,200
Median Rent
$2,730/mo
Population
47,145
College Educated
47.1%
Homeownership
69.7%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
37.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Edward Elementary School
What grades does St Edward Elementary School serve?
St Edward Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Edward Elementary School?
St Edward Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 211 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Edward Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Edward Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Edward Elementary School rank in CA?
St Edward Elementary School ranks #681 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Edward Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Edward Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Edward Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Edward 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 Edward Elementary School a religious school?
St Edward Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 211
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 793-7242
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