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St. Mary, Gilroy
Elementary School
7900 Church Street, Gilroy, CA 95020
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About St. Mary, Gilroy
St. Mary, Gilroy is an private elementary school in Gilroy, CA 95020. The school serves approximately 195 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.6:1.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $134,242, where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 195 students, St. Mary, Gilroy 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. Mary, Gilroy 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. Mary, Gilroy compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Gilroy, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. Mary, Gilroy (this school) | — |
| Brownell Middle | 6.1 |
| South Valley Middle | 6.0 |
| El Roble Elementary | 4.6 |
| Eliot Elementary | 3.4 |
| Glen View Elementary | 3.6 |
| Rod Kelley Elementary | 3.7 |
| Solorsano Middle | 5.7 |
| Las Animas Elementary | 5.1 |
| Luigi Aprea Elementary | 3.7 |
| Rucker Elementary | 3.5 |
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
- 195 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Address
- 7900 Church Street, Gilroy, CA 95020
- Phone
- (408) 842-2827
- 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
7900 Church Street, Gilroy, CA 95020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Mary, Gilroy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10). Another option is San Martin Gwinn Environmental Science Academy (rated 6.1/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby San Martin). Additionally, Las Animas Elementary (rated 5.1/10, 1.7 miles away). For more schools in Gilroy, see our Gilroy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY SCHOOL Gilroy | 0.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Brownell Middle Gilroy | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Gilroy Prep (a Navigator School) Hollister | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| South Valley Middle Gilroy | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| El Roble Elementary Gilroy | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Glen View Elementary Gilroy | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Eliot Elementary Gilroy | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Gilroy High Gilroy | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Rod Kelley Elementary Gilroy | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Mt. Madonna High Gilroy | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Solorsano Middle Gilroy | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Las Animas Elementary Gilroy | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Luigi Aprea Elementary Gilroy | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Christopher High Gilroy | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Dr. TJ Owens Gilroy Early College Academy Gilroy | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Rucker Elementary Gilroy | 2.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Pacific Point Christian Schools Gilroy | 3.1 mi | — |
| PACIFIC POINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gilroy | 3.1 mi | 6.1 |
| San Martin Gwinn Environmental Science Academy San Martin | 5.5 mi | 6.1 |
| SPRING ACADEMY Gilroy | 4.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,242
Median Home Value
$1,005,600
Median Rent
$2,256/mo
Population
67,945
College Educated
27.9%
Homeownership
64.2%
Avg Commute
34.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
36.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding St. Mary, Gilroy has a median household income of $134,242. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,005,600, with a median rent of $2,256/month. The local poverty rate of 7.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Mary, Gilroy
What grades does St. Mary, Gilroy serve?
St. Mary, Gilroy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St. Mary, Gilroy?
St. Mary, Gilroy has an enrollment of approximately 195 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Mary, Gilroy?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Mary, Gilroy is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is St. Mary, Gilroy a private school?
Yes, St. Mary, Gilroy 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 (2,673/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Gilroy). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 195
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Santa Clara
- Phone
- (408) 842-2827
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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