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St. Mary Elementary Catholic
Elementary School
1600 East Avenue R-4, Palmdale, CA 93550
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2024-25
Data vintage2024-25
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St. Mary Elementary Catholic
Elementary School in Palmdale · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St. Mary Elementary Catholic
St. Mary Elementary Catholic is a private elementary school in Palmdale, CA. St.
Mary Elementary Catholic serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly. Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
St. Mary Elementary Catholic runs 20.4:1 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. Mary Elementary Catholic 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
BetaHow St. Mary Elementary Catholic compares to 39 public schools serving similar grades in Palmdale, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. Mary Elementary Catholic (this school) | — |
| Tumbleweed Elementary | 5.4 |
| Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy | 5.8 |
| Tamarisk Elementary | 6.0 |
| Desert Rose Elementary | 4.7 |
| Palm Tree Elementary | 4.8 |
| Cactus Medical Health and Technology Magnet Academy | 6.3 |
| Palmdale Learning Plaza | 5.6 |
| Joshua Hills Elementary | 3.7 |
| Yucca Elementary | 4.7 |
| Desert Willow Fine Arts Sci and Tech Magnet Acad | 5.6 |
| Palmdale Aerospace Academy | 5.9 |
| Oak Tree Community Day | 7.2 |
| Manzanita Elementary | 4.4 |
| Palmdale Academy Charter | 5.7 |
| Innovations Academy of Palmdale | 6.2 |
| Barrel Springs Elementary | 6.2 |
| Mesquite Elementary | 4.9 |
| Cimarron Elementary | 2.9 |
| Ocotillo Elementary | 3.7 |
| Chaparral Prep Academy | 4.4 |
Showing 20 of 39 schools. View all schools in Palmdale
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
- 255 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Address
- 1600 East Avenue R-4, Palmdale, CA 93550
- Phone
- (661) 273-5555
- 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 score data not yet available for this school.
Location
1600 East Avenue R-4, Palmdale, CA 93550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Mary Elementary Catholic may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Tree Community Day (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away). Another option is Innovations Academy of Palmdale (rated 6.2/10, 2.3 miles away). Additionally, Barrel Springs Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 2.6 miles away). For more schools in Palmdale, see our Palmdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tumbleweed Elementary Palmdale | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Space Aeronautics Gateway to Exploration Magnet Academy Palmdale | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Palmdale High Palmdale | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Shepherd Christian School Palmdale | 1.0 mi | — |
| Tamarisk Elementary Palmdale | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Desert Rose Elementary Palmdale | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Palm Tree Elementary Palmdale | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Il Giardino Montessori Palmdale | 1.5 mi | — |
| R. Rex Parris High Palmdale | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Desert Willow Fine Arts Sci and Tech Magnet Acad Palmdale | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Joshua Hills Elementary Palmdale | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Cactus Medical Health and Technology Magnet Academy Palmdale | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Yucca Elementary Palmdale | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Palmdale Learning Plaza Palmdale | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Palmdale Aerospace Academy Palmdale | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Oak Tree Community Day Palmdale | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Manzanita Elementary Palmdale | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Palmdale Academy Charter Palmdale | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Innovations Academy of Palmdale Palmdale | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Barrel Springs Elementary Palmdale | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,811
Median Home Value
$378,700
Median Rent
$1,573/mo
Population
79,929
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
42.2 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
31.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Mary Elementary Catholic
What grades does St. Mary Elementary Catholic serve?
St. Mary Elementary Catholic serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St. Mary Elementary Catholic?
St. Mary Elementary Catholic has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Mary Elementary Catholic?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Mary Elementary Catholic is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is St. Mary Elementary Catholic a private school?
Yes, St. Mary Elementary Catholic 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
- 255
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (661) 273-5555
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