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#1315 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St Mary's School
Elementary School
7 PURSUIT, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
Enrollment
605
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
605
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,315 of 1,787
In Aliso Viejo
#6 of 6
public schools
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St Mary's School
Elementary School in Aliso Viejo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary's School
St Mary's School is a private elementary school in Aliso Viejo, CA. St Mary's School serves approximately 605 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,315 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Mary's 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's School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Aliso Viejo, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary's School (this school) | 5.6 |
| Wood Canyon Elementary | 6.8 |
| Canyon Vista Elementary | 8.8 |
| Journey | 7.3 |
| Oak Grove Elementary | 8.5 |
| Don Juan Avila Middle | 8.5 |
| Don Juan Avila Elementary | 8.0 |
| Aliso Viejo Middle | 8.2 |
| Oxford Preparatory Academy - Saddleback Valley | 8.4 |
| Oxford Preparatory Academy - South Orange County | 8.3 |
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
7 PURSUIT, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary's School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Canyon Vista Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Laguna Niguel Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Laguna Niguel), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak Grove Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Aliso Viejo, see our Aliso Viejo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Community Christian Homeschool Aliso Viejo | 0.1 mi | — |
| ALISO VIEJO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aliso Viejo | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Wood Canyon Elementary Aliso Viejo | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Aliso Niguel High Aliso Viejo | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| THE DISCOVERY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Aliso Viejo | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| VANDAMME ACADEMY Aliso Viejo | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| VanDamme Academy Aliso Viejo | 0.8 mi | — |
| Canyon Vista Elementary Aliso Viejo | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Journey Aliso Viejo | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Mission Lutheran School Laguna Niguel | 1.2 mi | — |
| Laguna Niguel Elementary Laguna Niguel | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| MISSION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Laguna Niguel | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy Laguna Niguel | 1.5 mi | — |
| LAGUNA NIGUEL JR ACADEMY Laguna Niguel | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| KENSINGTON MONTESSORRI SCHOOL Laguna Niguel | 1.6 mi | — |
| Oak Grove Elementary Aliso Viejo | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Moulton Elementary Laguna Niguel | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Fusion Academy - Aliso Viejo Aliso Viejo | 1.8 mi | — |
| LAGUNA NIGUEL MONTESSORI CENTER Laguna Niguel | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Don Juan Avila Elementary Aliso Viejo | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92656 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,538
Median Home Value
$849,900
Median Rent
$2,764/mo
Population
52,645
College Educated
57%
Homeownership
57.6%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alamo Elementary Vacaville, CA | 5.6 |
| Anthony C. Traina Elementary Tracy, CA | 5.6 |
| Arbuckle Elementary Arbuckle, CA | 5.6 |
| Camino Elementary Camino, CA | 5.6 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Calexico, CA | 5.6 |
| Cielo Vista Elementary Rancho Santa Margarita, CA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary's School
What grades does St Mary's School serve?
St Mary's School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary's School?
St Mary's School has an enrollment of approximately 605 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary's School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary's School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary's School rank in CA?
St Mary's School ranks #1,315 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Mary's School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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's School a private school?
Yes, St Mary's School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination 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's School a religious school?
St Mary's School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 605
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 448-9027
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