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St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception

Elementary School

1158 Bont Ln, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Private

Enrollment

300

Student-Teacher

20.7:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2024-25

How this school compares

Academic performance

7.8 / 10

Very strong

About St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception

St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception is an private elementary school in Walnut Creek, CA 94596. The school serves approximately 300 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 20.7:1.

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $137,660, where 70% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What Parents Should Know

The student-teacher ratio at St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception is 20.7:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

As a private school, St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception 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

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How St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Walnut Creek, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
20.7:1
This School
vs
25.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
300
This School
vs
538
Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception (this school)
Tice Creek 7.9
Parkmead Elementary 6.5
Walnut Creek Intermediate 6.8
Buena Vista Elementary 7.7
Murwood Elementary 8.1
Walnut Heights Elementary 7.3
Indian Valley Elementary 6.0
Bancroft Elementary 8.0
Walnut Acres Elementary 7.9
Eagle Peak Montessori 6.8
Foothill Middle 5.9
Contra Costa School of Performing Arts 3.9
Valle Verde Elementary 6.8

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
300 students
Type
Private
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.7:1
Address
1158 Bont Ln, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Phone
(925) 935-5054
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 Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Location

1158 Bont Ln, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Murwood Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away). Another option is Tice Creek (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away). Additionally, Buena Vista Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away). For more schools in Walnut Creek, see our Walnut Creek schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Walnut Creek 0.0 mi 5.7
Tice Creek Walnut Creek 0.5 mi 7.9
Parkmead Elementary Walnut Creek 0.6 mi 6.5
Fusion Academy Walnut Creek Downtown Walnut Creek 0.6 mi
FUSION ACADEMY WALNUT CREEK DOWNTOWN Walnut Creek 0.6 mi 7.9
LINDAMOOD-BELL LEARNING PROCESSES WALNUT CREEK Walnut Creek 0.6 mi
Building Connections Behavioral Health Walnut Creek 0.7 mi
Las Lomas High Walnut Creek 0.8 mi 7.9
Cedar Life Academy Walnut Creek 1.0 mi
Walnut Creek Christian Academy Walnut Creek 1.1 mi
WALNUT CREEK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Walnut Creek 1.1 mi 6.2
Buena Vista Elementary Walnut Creek 1.2 mi 7.7
Walnut Creek Intermediate Walnut Creek 1.2 mi 6.8
Al Judiy Academy Walnut Creek 1.3 mi
Meher Schools, The Lafayette 1.1 mi
Acalanes Center for Independent Study Walnut Creek 1.4 mi 5.0
MEHER SCHOOLS Lafayette 1.1 mi 6.7
Murwood Elementary Walnut Creek 1.4 mi 8.1
Contra Costa Christian Schools Walnut Creek 1.9 mi
CONTRA COSTA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Walnut Creek 1.9 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94596 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$137,660

Median Home Value

$1,245,000

Median Rent

$2,471/mo

Population

23,592

College Educated

69.5%

Homeownership

44.9%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

37.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception has a median household income of $137,660. It is a well-educated community where 70% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,245,000, with a median rent of $2,471/month. The local poverty rate of 6.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception

What grades does St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception serve?

St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception?

St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception?

The student-teacher ratio at St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception a private school?

Yes, St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception 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
300
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
County
Contra Costa
Data Year
2025–2026

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