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St Martin of Tours Academy

Elementary School

7708 EL CAJON BLVD, La Mesa, CA 91942

Private

Enrollment

190

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,286 of 1,787

In La Mesa

#3 of 6

public schools

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St Martin of Tours Academy

5.6/10

Elementary School in La Mesa · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St Martin of Tours Academy

St Martin of Tours Academy is a private elementary school in La Mesa, CA. St Martin of Tours Academy serves approximately 190 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Martin of Tours Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,286 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.6 pts below CA schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 190 students, St Martin of Tours Academy 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 Martin of Tours Academy 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 Martin of Tours Academy compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in La Mesa, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
This School
vs
24.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
190
This School
vs
488
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.6
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 49.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 26.8% vs 0%
Asian 7.4% vs 0%
St Martin of Tours Academy La Mesa Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Martin of Tours Academy (this school) 5.6
Maryland Avenue Elementary 6.2
La Mesa Dale Elementary 6.9
La Mesa Arts Academy 8.6
Rolando Elementary 3.8
JCS - Manzanita 8.6
Lemon Avenue Elementary 6.0
The Learning Choice Academy - East County 6.8
Sparrow Academy 6.8
Murray Manor Elementary 4.7
Vista La Mesa Academy 5.7
Parkway Sports and Health Science Academy 6.5
Northmont Elementary 4.4
Murdock Elementary 6.9
Fletcher Hills Elementary 7.3
Bancroft Elementary 2.8
Avondale Elementary 4.9
Highlands Elementary 4.5
Casa de Oro Elementary 4.1
Sweetwater Springs Elementary 5.9
Avocado Elementary 4.3

Showing 20 of 24 schools. View all schools in La Mesa

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 3.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 18.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 65%
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 190
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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)

White 49.5%
Hispanic 26.8%
Two or More 15.8%
Asian 7.4%
Pacific Islander 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

7708 EL CAJON BLVD, La Mesa, CA 91942

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Martin of Tours Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Benchley/Weinberger Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Another option is La Mesa Dale Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sparrow Academy (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in La Mesa, see our La Mesa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
TAPROOT MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN La Mesa 0.2 mi
An-Nur Learning Academy La Mesa 0.2 mi
CHRIST LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY La Mesa 0.3 mi 4.7
Brookshire International Academy La Mesa 0.6 mi
Maryland Avenue Elementary La Mesa 0.7 mi 6.2
EXCELSIOR ACADEMY La Mesa 0.7 mi
La Mesa Dale Elementary La Mesa 0.8 mi 6.9
La Mesa Arts Academy La Mesa 1.0 mi 8.6
Acton Academy San Diego East La Mesa 0.9 mi
Helix High La Mesa 1.1 mi 7.9
Rolando Elementary La Mesa 1.1 mi 3.8
Harriet Tubman Village Charter San Diego 1.1 mi 5.4
JCS - Manzanita La Mesa 1.1 mi 8.6
Murray Manor Elementary La Mesa 1.4 mi 4.7
The Learning Choice Academy - East County La Mesa 1.4 mi 6.8
Sparrow Academy La Mesa 1.4 mi 6.8
Lemon Avenue Elementary La Mesa 1.4 mi 6.0
Benchley/Weinberger Elementary San Diego 1.7 mi 7.7
WARREN-WALKER SCHOOL-LA MESA La Mesa 1.5 mi 5.5
St. John of the Cross School Lemon Grove 1.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91942 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,262

Median Home Value

$689,300

Median Rent

$1,934/mo

Population

40,920

College Educated

38.2%

Homeownership

44%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

37.5

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Freshwater Elementary Eureka, CA 5.6
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL & PRESCHOOL Huntington Beach, CA 5.6
GREEN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watsonville, CA 5.6
HARVEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Petaluma, CA 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Martin of Tours Academy

What grades does St Martin of Tours Academy serve?

St Martin of Tours Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Martin of Tours Academy?

St Martin of Tours Academy has an enrollment of approximately 190 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Martin of Tours Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at St Martin of Tours Academy is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Martin of Tours Academy rank in CA?

St Martin of Tours Academy ranks #1,286 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is St Martin of Tours Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

St Martin of Tours Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Martin of Tours Academy a private school?

Yes, St Martin of Tours Academy 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 Martin of Tours Academy a religious school?

St Martin of Tours Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
190
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
San Diego County

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