Excellent
#2560 of 3,177 private schools in CA
St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary
Elementary School
9201 Grindlay Street, Cypress, CA 90630
About St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary
St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary is an private elementary school in Cypress, CA 90630. The school serves approximately 293 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.2:1.
It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.9/10, placing it in the 19.5th percentile among private schools in CA — an above average rating overall. The school scores particularly well in school profile (7.5/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $124,360, where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Compared to the 7 public schools in Cypress, St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary rates higher overall (8.9 vs 5.9 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Cypress, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary (this school) | 8.9 |
| Oxford Academy | 6.4 |
| Clara J. King Elementary | 5.8 |
| Juliet Morris Elementary | 6.4 |
| A. E. Arnold Elementary | 5.7 |
| Margaret Landell Elementary | 5.8 |
| Lexington Junior High | 5.3 |
| Frank Vessels Elementary | 6.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
9201 Grindlay Street, Cypress, CA 90630
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST IRENAEUS PARISH SCHOOL Cypress | 0.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Hebron Mission School Cypress | 0.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Oxford Academy Cypress | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Clara J. King Elementary Cypress | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| CYPRESS MONTESSORI ACADEMY Cypress | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Juliet Morris Elementary Cypress | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| John F. Kennedy High La Palma | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| A. E. Arnold Elementary Cypress | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| DEL SOL SCHOOL, INC Cypress | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Cypress High Cypress | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Walker Junior High La Palma | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Margaret Landell Elementary Cypress | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Los Coyotes Elementary La Palma | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Lexington Junior High Cypress | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| SMART START MONTESSORI Buena Park | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| SCG Christian Cypress | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cypress | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| San Marino Elementary Buena Park | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Grace Christian School of Cypress Cypress | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Frank Vessels Elementary Cypress | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90630 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,360
Median Home Value
$866,400
Median Rent
$2,452/mo
Population
49,565
College Educated
48.9%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
41.2
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALL HALLOWS ACADEMY La Jolla, CA | 8.9 |
| ANNELIESE SCHOOLS, INC. Laguna Beach, CA | 8.9 |
| ANNELIESE'S SCHOOLS Laguna Beach, CA | 8.9 |
| All Hallows Academy La Jolla, CA | 8.9 |
| CONTRA COSTA JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Lafayette, CA | 8.9 |
| Chapman Elementary Gardena, CA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary
What grades does St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary serve?
St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary?
St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary rank in CA?
St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary is ranked #2560 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary has a composite rating of 8.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary a private school?
Yes, St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 293
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Orange
- Phone
- (714) 827-4500
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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