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St. John Fisher School
Elementary School
5446 Crest Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Enrollment
172
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
172
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
How this school compares
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Exceptional
About St. John Fisher School
St. John Fisher School is an private elementary school in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275. The school serves approximately 172 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.8:1.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $175,212, where 69% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 172 students, St. John Fisher School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
As a private school, St. John Fisher 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. John Fisher School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. John Fisher School (this school) | — |
| Ridgecrest Intermediate | 7.6 |
| Soleado Elementary | 8.4 |
| Silver Spur Elementary | 7.3 |
| Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary | 8.0 |
| Vista Grande Elementary | 7.4 |
| Point Vicente Elementary | 6.0 |
| Miraleste Intermediate | 8.1 |
| Mira Catalina Elementary | 8.7 |
| Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle | 8.4 |
| Crestwood Street STEAM Magnet | 8.2 |
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
- 172 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Address
- 5446 Crest Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
- Phone
- (310) 377-2800
- 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
5446 Crest Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. John Fisher School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rancho Vista Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Rolling Hills Estates). Another option is Soleado Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away). Additionally, Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away). For more schools in Rancho Palos Verdes, see our Rancho Palos Verdes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOHN FISHER SCHOOL Rancho Palos Verdes | 0.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Palos Verdes Distance Learning Academy Rolling Hills | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Ridgecrest Intermediate Rancho Palos Verdes | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| FUSION PALOS VERDES Rolling Hills Estates | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Fusion Academy, Palos Verdes Rolling Hills | 0.7 mi | — |
| Soleado Elementary Rancho Palos Verdes | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Rolling Hill International School Rancho Palos Verdes | 0.8 mi | — |
| Rancho del Mar High (Continuation) Rolling Hills | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Palos Verdes Peninsula High Rolling Hills Estates | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Chadwick Palos Verdes Peninsula | 1.1 mi | — |
| Silver Spur Elementary Rancho Palos Verdes | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| ROLLING HILLS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Rolling Hills Estates | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Rolling Hills Country Day School Rolling Hills Estates | 1.7 mi | — |
| Rancho Vista Elementary Rolling Hills Estates | 1.9 mi | 9.5 |
| Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary Rancho Palos Verdes | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| NEW HORIZONS CHILD DEVMNT CENTER Rolling Hills Estates | 1.8 mi | — |
| Peninsula Heritage School Rolling Hills Estates | 1.9 mi | — |
| ROLLING HILLS MONTESSORI Rolling Hills Estates | 1.9 mi | — |
| Faith Christian School PSP Rancho Palos Verdes | 2.0 mi | — |
| Vista Grande Elementary Rancho Palos Verdes | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90275 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$175,212
Median Home Value
$1,543,300
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
41,367
College Educated
69.2%
Homeownership
80.6%
Avg Commute
34.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
49.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding St. John Fisher School has a median household income of $175,212. It is a well-educated community where 69% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,543,300, with a median rent of $3,501/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. John Fisher School
What grades does St. John Fisher School serve?
St. John Fisher School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St. John Fisher School?
St. John Fisher School has an enrollment of approximately 172 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. John Fisher School?
The student-teacher ratio at St. John Fisher School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is St. John Fisher School a private school?
Yes, St. John Fisher 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
- Elevated (988/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Rancho Palos Verdes). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 172
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (310) 377-2800
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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