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#1731 of 1,787 private schools in CA

St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School

Elementary School

10044 COMPTON AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90002

Private

Enrollment

299

Student-Teacher

28.8:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,731 of 1,787

In Los Angeles

#134 of 137

public schools

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St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School

4.1/10

Elementary School in Los Angeles · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St. Lawrence of Brindisi Elementary

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About St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School

St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School is a private elementary school in Los Angeles, CA. St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 28.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,731 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares2.1 pts below CA schools
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School runs 28.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

St Lawrence of Brindisi 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School compares to 451 public schools serving similar grades in Los Angeles, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
28.8:1
This School
vs
19.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
299
This School
vs
429
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.1
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 88.3% vs 0%
Black 11.7% vs 0%
St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School Los Angeles Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School (this school) 4.1
Thomas Riley High
Compton Avenue Elementary 8.2
Edwin Markham Middle 6.9
Ninety-Sixth Street Elementary 5.1
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary 6.2
KIPP Philosophers Academy 5.3
Ninety-Ninth Street Elementary 7.2
Ninety-Second Street Elementary 6.8
Judith F. Baca Arts Academy 8.6
Lovelia P. Flournoy Elementary 5.4
KIPP Ignite Academy 2.8
Grape Street Elementary 4.7
One Hundred Twelfth Street Elementary 7.3
Weigand Avenue Elementary 7.0
One Hundred Ninth Street Elementary 6.2
Animo James B. Taylor Charter Middle 6.3
Charles Drew Middle 7.0
Russell Elementary 7.8
Graham Elementary 6.0
Animo Florence-Firestone Charter Middle 7.9

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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.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 1.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 28.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 21%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 299
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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)

Hispanic 88.3%
Black 11.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

10044 COMPTON AVE, Los Angeles, CA 90002

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Judith F. Baca Arts Academy (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Compton Avenue Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, One Hundred Twelfth Street Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
St. Lawrence of Brindisi Elementary Los Angeles 0.0 mi
Thomas Riley High Los Angeles 0.2 mi
Compton Avenue Elementary Los Angeles 0.3 mi 8.2
Edwin Markham Middle Los Angeles 0.3 mi 6.9
Ninety-Sixth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.4 mi 5.1
Dorothy V. Johnson Community Day Los Angeles 0.4 mi 6.9
Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary Los Angeles 0.5 mi 6.2
KIPP Philosophers Academy Los Angeles 0.5 mi 5.3
Alliance Cindy and Bill Simon Technology Academy High Los Angeles 0.6 mi 5.0
Judith F. Baca Arts Academy Los Angeles 0.8 mi 8.6
Lovelia P. Flournoy Elementary Los Angeles 0.8 mi 5.4
Ninety-Second Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 6.8
Ninety-Ninth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.7 mi 7.2
Verbum Dei Jesuit High School Los Angeles 0.8 mi
VERBUM DEI HIGH SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.8 mi 6.4
KIPP Ignite Academy Los Angeles 0.8 mi 2.8
Grape Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 4.7
One Hundred Twelfth Street Elementary Los Angeles 0.9 mi 7.3
Jordan High Los Angeles 0.8 mi 6.4
University Pathways Public Service Academy Los Angeles 1.1 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,158

Median Home Value

$502,600

Median Rent

$1,509/mo

Population

52,735

College Educated

8.1%

Homeownership

40.7%

Avg Commute

35 min

Poverty Rate

23.4%

Median Age

30.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School

What grades does St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School serve?

St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School?

St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School is 28.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School rank in CA?

St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School ranks #1,731 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St Lawrence of Brindisi 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 Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School a religious school?

St Lawrence of Brindisi Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
56 Good Transit
Bike Score
73 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
299
Gender Split
41% M / 59% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
28.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Los Angeles County

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