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#995 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St Kieran Catholic School
Elementary School
1347 CAMILLO WAY, EL Cajon, CA 92021
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#995 of 1,787
In EL Cajon
#2 of 7
public schools
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About St Kieran Catholic School
St Kieran Catholic School is a private elementary school in EL Cajon, CA. St Kieran Catholic School serves approximately 147 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Kieran Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #995 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 147 students, St Kieran Catholic School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
St Kieran Catholic 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.
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.
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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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1347 CAMILLO WAY, EL Cajon, CA 92021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Kieran Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kidinnu Academy (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EL CAJON SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - WEST CAMPUS (rated 4.2/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in EL Cajon, see our EL Cajon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Kieran Catholic School El Cajon | 0.0 mi | — |
| Greenfield Middle El Cajon | 0.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Bostonia Global El Cajon | 0.4 mi | 2.8 |
| TAPROOT MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN El Cajon | 0.5 mi | — |
| W. D. Hall Elementary El Cajon | 0.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Kidinnu Academy El Cajon | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| PEPPER VALLEY LEARNING CENTER El Cajon | 0.6 mi | — |
| EL CAJON SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Cajon | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Diego Valley East Public Charter El Cajon | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| El Cajon SDA School El Cajon | 1.0 mi | — |
| Madison Avenue Elementary El Cajon | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Winter Gardens Elementary Lakeside | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Montgomery Middle El Cajon | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Granite Hills High El Cajon | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - WEST CAMPUS El Cajon | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Naranca Elementary El Cajon | 1.3 mi | 2.6 |
| Elite Academy El Cajon | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| REACH Academy La Mesa | 1.5 mi | — |
| El Cajon Valley High El Cajon | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Meridian Elementary El Cajon | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,979
Median Home Value
$572,000
Median Rent
$1,818/mo
Population
69,306
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
52.7%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
36
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Kieran Catholic School
What grades does St Kieran Catholic School serve?
St Kieran Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Kieran Catholic School?
St Kieran Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 147 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Kieran Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Kieran Catholic School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Kieran Catholic School rank in CA?
St Kieran Catholic School ranks #995 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Kieran Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Kieran Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Kieran Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Kieran Catholic 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 Kieran Catholic School a religious school?
St Kieran Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 147
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (619) 588-6398
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