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St Gregory School

Elementary School

2701 HACIENDA ST, San Mateo, CA 94403

Private

Enrollment

303

Student-Teacher

22:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,460 of 1,787

In San Mateo

#12 of 12

public schools

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St Gregory School

5.2/10

Elementary School in San Mateo · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St Gregory School

St Gregory School is a private elementary school in San Mateo, CA. St Gregory School serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 22:1 student-teacher ratio. St Gregory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,460 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares1.0 pts below CA schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

St Gregory School runs 22:1 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 Gregory 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

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How St Gregory School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in San Mateo, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
This School
vs
19.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
303
This School
vs
424
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.2
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 61.1% vs 0%
Asian 8.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 1% vs 0%
Black 0.3% vs 0%
St Gregory School San Mateo Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Gregory School (this school) 5.2
Beresford Elementary 6.0
Meadow Heights Elementary 5.8
Laurel Elementary 2.9
Abbott Middle 6.6
Fiesta Gardens International Elementary 5.9
George Hall Elementary 9.0
Borel Middle 7.9
Sunnybrae Elementary 3.4
Parkside Montessori 9.1
Baywood Elementary 6.5
Bayside Academy 7.2
LEAD Elementary 3.5
Gateway Center
North Shoreview Montessori 9.3
Highlands Elementary 7.5
College Park Elementary 9.5
San Mateo Park Elementary 3.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 2.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 22:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 54%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 303
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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)

White 61.1%
Two or More 27.7%
Asian 8.6%
Hispanic 1.0%
Native American 0.7%
Pacific Islander 0.7%
Black 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2701 HACIENDA ST, San Mateo, CA 94403

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Gregory School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. George Hall Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE CAREY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Beresford Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Mateo, see our San Mateo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
St Gregory San Mateo 0.0 mi
Beresford Elementary San Mateo 0.1 mi 6.0
The Burkard School San Mateo 0.4 mi
THE BURKARD SCHOOL San Mateo 0.4 mi 5.4
COMPASS HIGH SCHOOL San Mateo 0.5 mi
UP ACADEMY, INC. San Mateo 0.5 mi
UP ACADEMY San Mateo 0.5 mi
Meadow Heights Elementary San Mateo 0.5 mi 5.8
THE NUEVA SCHOOL San Mateo 0.5 mi 7.4
Hillsdale High San Mateo 0.6 mi 7.3
Laurel Elementary San Mateo 0.6 mi 2.9
Abbott Middle San Mateo 0.7 mi 6.6
JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL San Mateo 0.6 mi 5.3
THE CAREY SCHOOL San Mateo 0.7 mi 8.7
The Carey School San Mateo 0.7 mi
Fiesta Gardens International Elementary San Mateo 0.9 mi 5.9
Fusion Academy San Mateo San Mateo 0.8 mi
FUSION ACADEMY - SAN MATEO San Mateo 0.8 mi 7.2
Borel Middle San Mateo 1.0 mi 7.9
George Hall Elementary San Mateo 1.0 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$179,825

Median Home Value

$1,725,900

Median Rent

$3,273/mo

Population

43,459

College Educated

60.3%

Homeownership

54%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

38.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Gregory School

What grades does St Gregory School serve?

St Gregory School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St Gregory School?

St Gregory School has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Gregory School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Gregory School is 22:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Gregory School rank in CA?

St Gregory School ranks #1,460 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is St Gregory School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Gregory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Gregory School a private school?

Yes, St Gregory 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 Gregory School a religious school?

St Gregory School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
94 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
303
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
San Mateo County

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