Below Average
#1597 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St Francis De Sales School
Elementary School
13368 VALLEYHEART DR, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
25.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
25.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,597 of 1,787
In Sherman Oaks
#6 of 6
public schools
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About St Francis De Sales School
St Francis De Sales School is a private elementary school in Sherman Oaks, CA. St Francis De Sales School serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 25.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis De Sales School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,597 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Francis De Sales School runs 25.6:1 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 Francis De Sales 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 Francis De Sales School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Sherman Oaks, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Francis De Sales School (this school) | 4.8 |
| Dixie Canyon Community Charter | 8.3 |
| Riverside Drive Charter | 7.6 |
| Louis Armstrong Middle | 6.6 |
| Chandler Elementary | 8.6 |
| Sherman Oaks Elementary Charter | 8.4 |
| Ivy Bound Acad of Math Sci and Tech Charter Mid | 4.0 |
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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
13368 VALLEYHEART DR, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Francis De Sales School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chandler Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dixie Canyon Community Charter (rated 8.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riverside Drive Charter (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sherman Oaks, see our Sherman Oaks schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Francis De Sales Sherman Oaks | 0.0 mi | — |
| Dixie Canyon Community Charter Sherman Oaks | 0.1 mi | 8.3 |
| MERDINIAN ARMENIAN EVANGELICAL SCHOOL Sherman Oaks | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| C. and E. Merdinian Armenian Evangelical School Sherman Oaks | 0.6 mi | — |
| Riverside Drive Charter Sherman Oaks | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Louis Armstrong Middle Sherman Oaks | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| HARVARD-WESTLAKE SCHOOL Studio City | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Legacy Academy of Jewish Education Inc Sherman Oaks | 1.4 mi | — |
| THE BUCKLEY SCHOOL Sherman Oaks | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Buckley School, The Sherman Oaks | 1.3 mi | — |
| NURTURY THE Sherman Oaks | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Chandler Elementary Sherman Oaks | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| SUNRISE SCHOOL Sherman Oaks | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Village Glen School Sherman Oaks | 1.5 mi | — |
| Beth Hillel Day Valley Village | 1.4 mi | — |
| BETH HILLEL DAY SCHOOL Valley Village | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| BETH HILLEL DAY SCHOOL Valley Village | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Campbell Hall (Episcopal) Studio City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Valley Torah High School Valley Village | 1.7 mi | — |
| VALLEY TORAH HIGH SCHOOL Valley Village | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91423 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$112,119
Median Home Value
$1,323,500
Median Rent
$2,239/mo
Population
32,536
College Educated
62.9%
Homeownership
37.5%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Antioch Charter Academy Antioch, CA | 4.8 |
| Aptitud Community Academy at Goss San Jose, CA | 4.8 |
| Barbara Webster Elementary Santa Paula, CA | 4.8 |
| Barton Elementary Long Beach, CA | 4.8 |
| Beardsley Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 4.8 |
| Binkley Elementary Charter Santa Rosa, CA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Francis De Sales School
What grades does St Francis De Sales School serve?
St Francis De Sales School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Francis De Sales School?
St Francis De Sales School has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis De Sales School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Francis De Sales School is 25.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Francis De Sales School rank in CA?
St Francis De Sales School ranks #1,597 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Francis De Sales School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Francis De Sales School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Francis De Sales School a private school?
Yes, St Francis De Sales 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 Francis De Sales School a religious school?
St Francis De Sales School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 320
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (818) 784-9573
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