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St. Gertrude School
Elementary School
6824 Toler Avenue, Bell Gardens, CA 90201
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
23.6:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About St. Gertrude School
St. Gertrude School is an private elementary school in Bell Gardens, CA 90201. The school serves approximately 248 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 23.6:1.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $56,824, where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at St. Gertrude School is 23.6:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
As a private school, St. Gertrude School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St. Gertrude School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Bell Gardens, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. Gertrude School (this school) | — |
| Garfield Elementary | 7.1 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary | 5.8 |
| Suva Intermediate | 6.2 |
| Bell Gardens Intermediate | 7.8 |
| Suva Elementary | 4.5 |
| Bell Gardens Elementary | 8.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 248 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.6:1
- Address
- 6824 Toler Avenue, Bell Gardens, CA 90201
- Phone
- (562) 927-1216
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
6824 Toler Avenue, Bell Gardens, CA 90201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Gertrude School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Downey). Another option is Bell Gardens Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away). Additionally, Rio Hondo Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Downey). For more schools in Bell Gardens, see our Bell Gardens schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST GERTRUDE SCHOOL Bell Gardens | 0.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Garfield Elementary Bell Gardens | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Bell Gardens | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Suva Intermediate Bell Gardens | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Bell Gardens High Bell Gardens | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Bell Gardens Intermediate Bell Gardens | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Suva Elementary Bell Gardens | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Bell Gardens Elementary Bell Gardens | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Downey | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Rio Hondo Elementary Downey | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| ALHADI SCHOOL Bell | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Park Avenue Elementary Cudahy | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Ellen Ochoa Learning Center Cudahy | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary Downey | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Griffiths (Gordon) Middle Downey | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Price (Maude) Elementary Downey | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Woodlawn Avenue Elementary Bell | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Creative Beginnings Downey | 1.9 mi | — |
| Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle Downey | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Old River Elementary Downey | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,824
Median Home Value
$542,800
Median Rent
$1,623/mo
Population
93,783
College Educated
7.4%
Homeownership
21%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
23.6%
Median Age
32.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding St. Gertrude School has a median household income of $56,824. It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $542,800, with a median rent of $1,623/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Gertrude School
What grades does St. Gertrude School serve?
St. Gertrude School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St. Gertrude School?
St. Gertrude School has an enrollment of approximately 248 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Gertrude School?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Gertrude School is 23.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is St. Gertrude School a private school?
Yes, St. Gertrude School is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,916/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Bell Gardens). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 248
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (562) 927-1216
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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