Below Average
#1742 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St Gertrude School
Elementary School
6824 TOLER AVE, Bell Gardens, CA 90201
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#1,742 of 1,787
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St Gertrude School
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About St Gertrude School
St Gertrude School is a private elementary school in Bell Gardens, CA. St Gertrude School serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 24.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Gertrude School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,742 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Gertrude School runs 24.9:1 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 Gertrude 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 Gertrude School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Bell Gardens, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Gertrude School (this school) | 4.0 |
| Garfield Elementary | 5.3 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary | 6.9 |
| Suva Intermediate | 6.0 |
| Bell Gardens Intermediate | 6.6 |
| Suva Elementary | 4.7 |
| Bell Gardens 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
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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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6824 TOLER AVE, 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 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Downey), which scores notably higher. Another option is Price (Maude) Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Downey), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rio Hondo Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Downey), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bell Gardens, see our Bell Gardens schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Gertrude School Bell Gardens | 0.0 mi | — |
| Garfield Elementary Bell Gardens | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Cesar E. Chavez Elementary Bell Gardens | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Suva Intermediate Bell Gardens | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Bell Gardens High Bell Gardens | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Bell Gardens Intermediate Bell Gardens | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Suva Elementary Bell Gardens | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Bell Gardens Elementary Bell Gardens | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Downey | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Rio Hondo Elementary Downey | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ALHADI SCHOOL Bell | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Park Avenue Elementary Cudahy | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Ellen Ochoa Learning Center Cudahy | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary Downey | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Griffiths (Gordon) Middle Downey | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Price (Maude) Elementary Downey | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Woodlawn Avenue Elementary Bell | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Creative Beginnings Downey | 1.9 mi | — |
| Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle Downey | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Downey | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
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
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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 249 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Gertrude School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Gertrude School is 24.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Gertrude School rank in CA?
St Gertrude School ranks #1,742 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Gertrude School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Gertrude School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Gertrude School a private school?
Yes, St Gertrude 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 Gertrude School a religious school?
St Gertrude School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 249
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- 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
- (562) 927-1216
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