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St. Malachy Catholic Elementary
Elementary School
1200 East 81st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90001
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About St. Malachy Catholic Elementary
St. Malachy Catholic Elementary is an private elementary school in Los Angeles, CA 90001. The school serves approximately 124 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.5:1.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $60,751, where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 124 students, St. Malachy Catholic Elementary 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. Malachy Catholic Elementary 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. Malachy Catholic Elementary compares to 451 public schools serving similar grades in Los Angeles, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. Malachy Catholic Elementary (this school) | — |
| Russell Elementary | 8.0 |
| Parmelee Avenue Elementary | 6.4 |
| McKinley Avenue Elementary | 6.8 |
| Charles Drew Middle | 7.2 |
| Wisdom Elementary | 5.9 |
| Animo Florence-Firestone Charter Middle | 7.6 |
| South Park Elementary | 6.1 |
| Judith F. Baca Arts Academy | 8.2 |
| KIPP Ignite Academy | 4.0 |
| Miramonte Elementary | 4.1 |
| Graham Elementary | 5.3 |
| Watts Learning Center Charter Middle | 5.1 |
| Thomas A. Edison Middle | 7.7 |
| Florence Avenue Elementary | 5.9 |
| Ninety-Sixth Street Elementary | 7.9 |
| Ninety-Third Street Elementary | 7.6 |
| Sixty-Sixth Street Elementary | 8.7 |
| Seventy-Fifth Street Elementary | 7.0 |
| Dr. Lawrence H. Moore Math Science Technology Academy | 8.7 |
| Ninety-Second Street Elementary | 8.9 |
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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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 124 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Address
- 1200 East 81st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90001
- Phone
- (323) 582-3112
- 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
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Location
1200 East 81st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Malachy Catholic Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Judith F. Baca Arts Academy (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away). Another option is Russell Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.3 miles away). Additionally, Ninety-Sixth Street Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away). For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Russell Elementary Los Angeles | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Parmelee Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| McKinley Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Charles Drew Middle Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| University Pathways Public Service Academy Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Wisdom Elementary Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Animo Pat Brown Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Animo Florence-Firestone Charter Middle Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| KIPP Ignite Academy Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Judith F. Baca Arts Academy Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| South Park Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| John Hope Continuation Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Miramonte Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Thomas A. Edison Middle Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| John C. Fremont Senior High Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Ninety-Sixth Street Elementary Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Graham Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Watts Learning Center Charter Middle Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Mervyn M. Dymally High Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ST ALOYSIUS GONZAGA SCHOOL Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,751
Median Home Value
$513,300
Median Rent
$1,471/mo
Population
56,403
College Educated
7%
Homeownership
35.6%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Median Age
31.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding St. Malachy Catholic Elementary has a median household income of $60,751. It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $513,300, with a median rent of $1,471/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| Adda Clevenger School San Francisco, CA | — |
| All God's Children Christian School Discovery Bay, CA | — |
| All Saints Academy of Stockton Stockton, CA | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Malachy Catholic Elementary
What grades does St. Malachy Catholic Elementary serve?
St. Malachy Catholic Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St. Malachy Catholic Elementary?
St. Malachy Catholic Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Malachy Catholic Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Malachy Catholic Elementary is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is St. Malachy Catholic Elementary a private school?
Yes, St. Malachy Catholic Elementary 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 (2,223/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Los Angeles). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 124
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (323) 582-3112
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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