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#620 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 35% of private schools
St Mary School
Elementary School
130 E 13TH AVE, Escondido, CA 92025
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#620 of 1,787
In Escondido
#2 of 5
public schools
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St Mary School
Elementary School in Escondido · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary School
St Mary School is a private elementary school in Escondido, CA. St Mary School serves approximately 144 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #620 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 144 students, St Mary School 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 Mary School 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 School compares to 31 public schools serving similar grades in Escondido, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Juniper Elementary | 7.2 |
| Central Elementary | 6.5 |
| Felicita Elementary | 6.8 |
| Miller Elementary | 7.6 |
| Motivated Youth Academy | 5.6 |
| Mission Middle | 7.0 |
| Limitless Learning Academy | 7.6 |
| Del Dios Academy of Arts and Sciences | 6.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 6.6 |
| Farr Avenue Elementary | 6.6 |
| Oak Hill Elementary | 5.2 |
| Pioneer Elementary | 5.8 |
| L. R. Green Elementary | 7.0 |
| Heritage K-8 Charter | 8.2 |
| Bear Valley Middle | 6.8 |
| Bernardo Elementary | 7.4 |
| Classical Academy | 8.0 |
| Rose Elementary | 7.4 |
| Conway Elementary | 8.4 |
| Dimensions Collaborative | 8.5 |
Showing 20 of 31 schools. View all schools in Escondido
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
130 E 13TH AVE, Escondido, CA 92025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Heritage K-8 Charter (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Miller Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Limitless Learning Academy (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Escondido, see our Escondido schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Juniper Elementary Escondido | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (CHANGED THE NAME 6/15) Escondido | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Islamic School of Theology Escondido | 0.6 mi | — |
| Central Elementary Escondido | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Felicita Elementary Escondido | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Classical Academy High Escondido | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Miller Elementary Escondido | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| BALBOA SCHOOL Escondido | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Mission Middle Escondido | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Motivated Youth Academy Escondido | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Farr Avenue Elementary Escondido | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary Escondido | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Pioneer Elementary Escondido | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Del Dios Academy of Arts and Sciences Escondido | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Limitless Learning Academy Escondido | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| L. R. Green Elementary Escondido | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Oak Hill Elementary Escondido | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Escondido Charter High Escondido | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Heritage K-8 Charter Escondido | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Bear Valley Middle Escondido | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,716
Median Home Value
$767,400
Median Rent
$1,823/mo
Population
50,046
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
42.1%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
36.8
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BUNDY CANYON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wildomar, CA | 6.7 |
| CONCORDIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Granada Hills, CA | 6.7 |
| Connect Community Charter Redwood City, CA | 6.7 |
| DESTINY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rocklin, CA | 6.7 |
| Extera Public School No. 2 Los Angeles, CA | 6.7 |
| FOLSOM EDUCATIONAL ACADEMY Folsom, CA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary School
What grades does St Mary School serve?
St Mary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary School?
St Mary School has an enrollment of approximately 144 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary School rank in CA?
St Mary School ranks #620 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Mary School a private school?
Yes, St Mary School 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 Mary School a religious school?
St Mary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 144
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (760) 743-3431
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