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#485 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Top 27% of private schools

St Leo the Great School

Elementary School

1051 W SAN FERNANDO ST, San Jose, CA 95126

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 222 schools in San Jose. Learn more

Enrollment

187

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In San Jose

#8 of 44

public schools

California elementary schools

#271 of 1,102

About St Leo the Great School

ST LEO THE GREAT SCHOOL serves 187 students from prekindergarten through eighth grade in San Jose, earning a solid 8.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout. This elementary school maintains a favorable 13.9-to-1 student-teacher ratio with 14 full-time equivalent teachers, creating opportunities for more individualized attention in smaller classroom settings. The school ranks in the 35th percentile statewide, placing at #1159 out of 1790 California elementary schools, indicating room for academic growth while serving its diverse student community.

As a regular public school, ST LEO THE GREAT SCHOOL provides foundational education across all elementary and middle school grade levels, preparing students for their high school transition. Located at 1051 W San Fernando Street, the school sits within the 95126 ZIP code area, where families enjoy a median household income of $121,520 and home values averaging $1.17 million. The surrounding neighborhood reflects an educated community, with 54% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 9.9%.

The school operates within San Jose's dynamic urban environment, offering students access to the educational and cultural opportunities that come with large city living in the heart of Silicon Valley.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 187 students, St Leo the Great 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 Leo the Great 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

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How St Leo the Great School compares to 184 public schools serving similar grades in San Jose, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
This School
vs
22.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
187
This School
vs
459
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.0
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 48.1% vs 0%
White 27.8% vs 0%
Asian 4.3% vs 0%
Black 1.6% vs 0%
St Leo the Great School San Jose Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Leo the Great School (this school) 7.0
Herbert Hoover Middle 5.7
Merritt Trace Elementary 5.9
Luther Burbank Elementary 7.8
Gardner Elementary 6.6
River Glen 7.0
Sherman Oaks Elementary 7.8
Horace Mann Elementary 4.3
Washington Elementary 3.3
Muwekma Ohlone Middle 5.3
Lowell Elementary 3.5
Grant Elementary 4.2
Willow Glen Elementary 8.2
Blackford Elementary 5.5
Downtown College Preparatory Middle 4.3
Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary 7.8
Ernesto Galarza Elementary 4.4
Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary 5.6
Monroe Middle 4.3
Selma Olinder Elementary 5.7
ACE Inspire Academy 3.5

Showing 20 of 184 schools. View all schools in San Jose

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

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)
B- 5.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,295
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 66%
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 187
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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 48.1%
White 27.8%
Two or More 18.2%
Asian 4.3%
Black 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1051 W SAN FERNANDO ST, San Jose, CA 95126

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Leo the Great School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Luther Burbank Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sherman Oaks Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, River Glen (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
BASIS INDEPENDENT SILICON VALLEY San Jose 0.9 mi 6.7
BASIS Independent Silicon Valley San Jose 0.9 mi
Abraham Lincoln High Testville 0.7 mi 7.2
Herbert Hoover Middle San Jose 0.8 mi 5.7
Merritt Trace Elementary San Jose 0.8 mi 5.9
Bellarmine College Preparatory San Jose 1.0 mi
BELLARMINE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Jose 1.0 mi 3.8
Luther Burbank Elementary San Jose 0.9 mi 7.8
Gardner Elementary San Jose 1.0 mi 6.6
RENAISSANCE LEARNER ACADEMY San Jose 1.2 mi
RENAISSANCE LEARNER ACADEMY San Jose 1.2 mi
River Glen San Jose 1.4 mi 7.0
ESTRELLA FAMILY SCHOOLS San Jose 1.4 mi
Morgan Autism Center San Jose 1.6 mi
Sherman Oaks Elementary San Jose 1.5 mi 7.8
Rocketship Mateo Sheedy Elementary Redwood City 1.4 mi 3.7
Muwekma Ohlone Middle San Jose 1.8 mi 5.3
Horace Mann Elementary San Jose 1.6 mi 4.3
Sacred Heart Nativity School San Jose 1.6 mi
NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL San Jose 1.5 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,297

Median Home Value

$1,195,700

Median Rent

$2,544/mo

Population

38,239

College Educated

54.8%

Homeownership

34.2%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

34.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding St Leo the Great School has a median household income of $127,297. It is a well-educated community where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,195,700, with a median rent of $2,544/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Leo the Great School

What grades does St Leo the Great School serve?

St Leo the Great School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Leo the Great School?

St Leo the Great School has an enrollment of approximately 187 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Leo the Great School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Leo the Great School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Leo the Great School rank in CA?

St Leo the Great School is ranked #485 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is St Leo the Great School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Leo the Great School has a composite rating of 7.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Leo the Great School a private school?

Yes, St Leo the Great 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 Leo the Great School a religious school?

St Leo the Great School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
94 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
65 Good Transit
Bike Score
85 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (3,210/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Jose). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
187
Gender Split
58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
185 days
Setting
Large City
County
SANTA CLARA
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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