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#2005 of 3,177 private schools in CA
St Margaret Mary School
Elementary School
25515 Eshelman Ave, Lomita, CA 90717
About St Margaret Mary School
St Margaret Mary School is an private elementary school in Lomita, CA 90717. The school serves approximately 192 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.7/10, placing it in the 36.9th percentile among private schools in CA — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in school profile (7.5/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $92,984, where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 3 public schools in Lomita, St Margaret Mary School rates higher overall (7.7 vs 6.5 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Margaret Mary School compares to the 3 public schools in Lomita, CA
All Schools in Lomita
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Margaret Mary School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Alexander Fleming Middle | 6.4 |
| Eshelman Avenue Elementary | 5.9 |
| Lomita Math/Science/Technology Magnet | 7.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
25515 Eshelman Ave, Lomita, CA 90717
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL Lomita | 0.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Alexander Fleming Middle Lomita | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Eshelman Avenue Elementary Lomita | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| THE PINES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Harbor City | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| The Pines Christian School Harbor City | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Coastal Academy Lomita | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Lomita Math/Science/Technology Magnet Lomita | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Harbor City Elementary Harbor City | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| HAPPY TOTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Harbor City | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| George S. Patton Continuation Harbor City | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High Harbor City | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Humanities and Arts (HARTS) Academy of Los Angeles Harbor City | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| HAPPY TOTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Harbor City | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| John Adams Elementary Torrance | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| NISHIYAMATO ACADEMY OF CALIFORNIA Lomita | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| President Avenue Elementary Harbor City | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Nishiyamato Academy Lomita | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| ROLLING HILLS PREPARATORY San Pedro | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| CENTER FOR LEARNING UNLIMITED Torrance | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Howard Wood Elementary Torrance | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90717 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,984
Median Home Value
$793,600
Median Rent
$1,874/mo
Population
21,319
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
45.4%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
39.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bowers Elementary Santa Clara, CA | 7.7 |
| CARDEN CONEJO SCHOOL Westlake Village, CA | 7.7 |
| CARLSBAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Carlsbad, CA | 7.7 |
| CONEJO ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newbury Park, CA | 7.7 |
| Cabrillo Elementary San Diego, CA | 7.7 |
| Conejo Adventist Elementary School Newbury Park, CA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Margaret Mary School
What grades does St Margaret Mary School serve?
St Margaret Mary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Margaret Mary School?
St Margaret Mary School has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Margaret Mary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Margaret Mary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Margaret Mary School rank in CA?
St Margaret Mary School is ranked #2005 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is St Margaret Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Margaret Mary School has a composite rating of 7.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is St Margaret Mary School a private school?
Yes, St Margaret Mary School 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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 192
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (310) 323-9494
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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