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St. Katharine Drexel Academy
Elementary School
4551 56th Street, San Diego, CA 92115
Enrollment
110
Student-Teacher
11:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
110
Student-Teacher
11:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
How this school compares
Academic performance
7.0 / 10
Strong
About St. Katharine Drexel Academy
St. Katharine Drexel Academy is an private elementary school in San Diego, CA 92115. The school serves approximately 110 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 11:1.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $75,178, where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 110 students, St. Katharine Drexel Academy 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. Katharine Drexel Academy 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. Katharine Drexel Academy compares to 248 public schools serving similar grades in San Diego, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. Katharine Drexel Academy (this school) | — |
| Iftin Charter | 7.2 |
| Mann Middle | 5.0 |
| Diego Hills Central Public Charter | 6.5 |
| City Heights Preparatory Charter | 5.2 |
| Fay Elementary | 4.8 |
| Hardy Elementary | 4.4 |
| Language Academy | 7.6 |
| Ibarra Elementary | 5.8 |
| Clay Elementary | 4.4 |
| Darnall Charter | 3.9 |
| Euclid Elementary | 7.6 |
| Marshall Elementary | 4.4 |
| Carver Elementary | 4.7 |
| Rolando Park Elementary | 6.1 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary | 5.3 |
| Harriet Tubman Village Charter | 5.0 |
| Franklin Elementary | 5.2 |
| Hearst Elementary | 6.6 |
| Oak Park Elementary | 7.3 |
| Clark Middle | 5.4 |
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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
- 110 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Address
- 4551 56th Street, San Diego, CA 92115
- Phone
- (619) 582-3862
- 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
4551 56th Street, San Diego, CA 92115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Katharine Drexel Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Language Academy (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away). Another option is Euclid Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away). Additionally, ST KATHARINE DREXEL ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10). For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST KATHARINE DREXEL ACADEMY San Diego | 0.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Iftin Charter San Diego | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Mann Middle San Diego | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Diego Hills Central Public Charter San Diego | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Crawford High San Diego | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| City Heights Preparatory Charter San Diego | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| NATIVITY PREP ACADEMY San Diego | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Fay Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Hardy Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Masons best San Diego | 0.9 mi | — |
| Darnall Charter San Diego | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Language Academy San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Ibarra Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Clay Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Euclid Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| The Waldorf School of San Diego San Diego | 1.3 mi | — |
| Marshall Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Carver Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Hoover High San Diego | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Rolando Park Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,178
Median Home Value
$722,500
Median Rent
$1,875/mo
Population
64,011
College Educated
38.5%
Homeownership
40.1%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.7%
Median Age
29
Community Profile
The community surrounding St. Katharine Drexel Academy has a median household income of $75,178. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $722,500, with a median rent of $1,875/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Katharine Drexel Academy
What grades does St. Katharine Drexel Academy serve?
St. Katharine Drexel Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St. Katharine Drexel Academy?
St. Katharine Drexel Academy has an enrollment of approximately 110 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Katharine Drexel Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Katharine Drexel Academy is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is St. Katharine Drexel Academy a private school?
Yes, St. Katharine Drexel Academy 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
- High (2,092/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Diego). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 110
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- San Diego
- Phone
- (619) 582-3862
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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