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#793 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 44% of private schools
St Irenaeus Parish School
Elementary School
9201 GRINDLAY ST, Cypress, CA 90630
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#793 of 1,787
In Cypress
#2 of 3
public schools
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St Irenaeus Parish School
Elementary School in Cypress · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Irenaeus Parish School
St Irenaeus Parish School is a private elementary school in Cypress, CA. St Irenaeus Parish School serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Irenaeus Parish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #793 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Irenaeus Parish 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 Irenaeus Parish School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Cypress, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Irenaeus Parish School (this school) | 6.4 |
| Oxford Academy | 8.9 |
| Clara J. King Elementary | 8.0 |
| A. E. Arnold Elementary | 6.2 |
| Juliet Morris Elementary | 8.0 |
| Lexington Junior High | 8.0 |
| Margaret Landell Elementary | 8.4 |
| 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.
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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
9201 GRINDLAY ST, Cypress, CA 90630
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Irenaeus Parish School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Los Coyotes Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby La Palma), which scores notably higher. Another option is Margaret Landell Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clara J. King Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cypress, see our Cypress schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Irenaeus Catholic Elementary Cypress | 0.1 mi | — |
| Hebron Mission School Cypress | 0.2 mi | — |
| Oxford Academy Cypress | 0.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Clara J. King Elementary Cypress | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| CYPRESS MONTESSORI ACADEMY Cypress | 0.6 mi | — |
| John F. Kennedy High La Palma | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Juliet Morris Elementary Cypress | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| A. E. Arnold Elementary Cypress | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Walker Junior High La Palma | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Los Coyotes Elementary La Palma | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| DEL SOL SCHOOL, INC Cypress | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Cypress High Cypress | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Margaret Landell Elementary Cypress | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Lexington Junior High Cypress | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| SMART START MONTESSORI Buena Park | 1.0 mi | — |
| San Marino Elementary Buena Park | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cypress | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| SCG Christian Cypress | 1.3 mi | — |
| Grace Christian School of Cypress Cypress | 1.3 mi | — |
| Steve Luther Elementary La Palma | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Irenaeus Parish School
What grades does St Irenaeus Parish School serve?
St Irenaeus Parish School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Irenaeus Parish School?
St Irenaeus Parish School has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Irenaeus Parish School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Irenaeus Parish School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Irenaeus Parish School rank in CA?
St Irenaeus Parish School ranks #793 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Irenaeus Parish School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Irenaeus Parish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Irenaeus Parish School a private school?
Yes, St Irenaeus Parish 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 Irenaeus Parish School a religious school?
St Irenaeus Parish School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 308
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (714) 827-4500
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