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#2008 of 3,177 private schools in CA
St. Mary of the Assumption Elementary
Elementary School
7218 South Pickering Avenue, Whittier, CA 90602
About St. Mary of the Assumption Elementary
St. Mary of the Assumption Elementary is an private elementary school in Whittier, CA 90602. The school serves approximately 182 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1.
It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1/10, placing it in the 36.8th 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. Compared to the 36 public schools in Whittier, St.
Mary of the Assumption Elementary rates higher overall (7.1 vs 6.0 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St. Mary of the Assumption Elementary compares to 36 public schools serving similar grades in Whittier, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. Mary of the Assumption Elementary (this school) | 7.1 |
| Lydia Jackson College Preparatory Academy | 5.2 |
| Lou Henry Hoover School of Fine Arts | 5.2 |
| Longfellow Elementary | 6.7 |
| Evergreen Elementary | 7.0 |
| Christian Sorensen Science Academy | 5.5 |
| Walter F. Dexter Middle | 3.9 |
| Whittier Independent Study | 3.6 |
| Laurel Elementary | 5.1 |
| Katherine Edwards Mid Sch STEAM & Dual Immersion Acad | 7.0 |
| West Whittier Elementary | 5.9 |
| Daniel Phelan Language Academy | 6.1 |
| Aeolian Elementary | 6.2 |
| Orange Grove Elementary | 6.7 |
| Ocean View Elementary | 5.7 |
| Ada S. Nelson Elementary | 6.1 |
| East Whittier Middle | 6.1 |
| Mulberry Elementary | 6.4 |
| Lake Marie Elementary | 3.5 |
| Richard L. Graves Middle | 7.4 |
| Mill School and Technology Academy | 7.7 |
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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.
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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
7218 South Pickering Avenue, Whittier, CA 90602
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY OF THE ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Whittier | 0.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Whittier High Whittier | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| KEYSTONE MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL WHITTIER Whittier | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Keystone Montessori Preschool Whittier Whittier | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| WHITTIER FRIENDS SCHOOL Whittier | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Whittier Friends School Whittier | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| LAD N LASSIE PRESCHOOL Whittier | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| HADLEY SCHOOL Whittier | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Hadley Whittier | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| B'nai Ha Aliyah - Children of Ascent Academy Whittier | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| The Broadoaks School of Whittier College Whittier | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Lydia Jackson College Preparatory Academy Whittier | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Evergreen Elementary Whittier | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Longfellow Elementary Whittier | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| PLYMOUTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Whittier | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Lou Henry Hoover School of Fine Arts Whittier | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Christian Sorensen Science Academy Whittier | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Walter F. Dexter Middle Whittier | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Whittier Independent Study Whittier | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Laurel Elementary Whittier | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carl B. Munck Elementary Oakland, CA | 7.1 |
| Fieldbrook Elementary McKinleyville, CA | 7.1 |
| Keystone Montessori Preschool Whittier Whittier, CA | 7.1 |
| Madera Elementary Simi Valley, CA | 7.1 |
| New Traditions Elementary San Francisco, CA | 7.1 |
| Old Mill Elementary Mill Valley, CA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Mary of the Assumption Elementary
What grades does St. Mary of the Assumption Elementary serve?
St. Mary of the Assumption Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St. Mary of the Assumption Elementary?
St. Mary of the Assumption Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 182 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Mary of the Assumption Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Mary of the Assumption Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St. Mary of the Assumption Elementary rank in CA?
St. Mary of the Assumption Elementary is ranked #2008 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is St. Mary of the Assumption Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
St. Mary of the Assumption Elementary has a composite rating of 7.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is St. Mary of the Assumption Elementary a private school?
Yes, St. Mary of the Assumption 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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 182
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (562) 698-0253
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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