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#800 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 45% of private schools
St Matthew's Parish School
Elementary School
1031 BIENVENEDA AVE, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#800 of 1,787
In Pacific Palisades
#4 of 6
public schools
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St Matthew's Parish School
Elementary School in Pacific Palisades · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Le Lycee Francais De Los Angeles-pac Pali
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About St Matthew's Parish School
St Matthew's Parish School is a private elementary school in Pacific Palisades, CA. St Matthew's Parish School serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Matthew's Parish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #800 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, St Matthew's Parish School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Matthew's Parish 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 Matthew's Parish School compares to the 3 public schools in Pacific Palisades, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Pacific Palisades
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Matthew's Parish School (this school) | 6.4 |
| Marquez Charter | 8.5 |
| Palisades Charter High | 7.4 |
| Palisades Charter Elementary | 9.0 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
1031 BIENVENEDA AVE, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Matthew's Parish School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Palisades Charter Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Canyon Charter Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Santa Monica), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kenter Canyon Elementary Charter (rated 8.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pacific Palisades, see our Pacific Palisades schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Le Lycee Francais de Los Angeles-Pac Pali Pacific Palisades | 0.5 mi | — |
| Marquez Charter Pacific Palisades | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Palisades Charter High Pacific Palisades | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| WESTSIDE WALDORF SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Palisades Charter Elementary Pacific Palisades | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| VILLAGE SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Seven Arrows Elementary Pacific Palisades | 1.1 mi | — |
| SEVEN ARROWS ELEMENTARY Pacific Palisades | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Canyon Charter Elementary Santa Monica | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| CARLTHORP SCHOOL Santa Monica | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Carlthorp Santa Monica | 2.5 mi | — |
| Paul Revere Charter Middle Los Angeles | 2.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Santa Monica | 2.9 mi | 8.3 |
| ST MONICA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Santa Monica | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
| ST MONICA CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Monica | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Kenter Canyon Elementary Charter Los Angeles | 3.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Sycamore Community School Santa Monica | 3.5 mi | — |
| Lincoln Middle Santa Monica | 3.4 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90272 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$200,985
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,133/mo
Population
21,438
College Educated
78.9%
Homeownership
77.4%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
47.1
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BASIS INDEPENDENT FREMONT Fremont, CA | 6.4 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL ACADEMY Yorba Linda, CA | 6.4 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pacific Palisades, CA | 6.4 |
| Cabrillo Avenue Elementary San Pedro, CA | 6.4 |
| Cordova Gardens Elementary Rancho Cordova, CA | 6.4 |
| Del Obispo Elementary San Juan Capistrano, CA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Matthew's Parish School
What grades does St Matthew's Parish School serve?
St Matthew's Parish School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Matthew's Parish School?
St Matthew's Parish School has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Matthew's Parish School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Matthew's Parish School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Matthew's Parish School rank in CA?
St Matthew's Parish School ranks #800 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Matthew's Parish School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Matthew's Parish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Matthew's Parish School a private school?
Yes, St Matthew's Parish School is a private coeducational school with a Episcopal 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 Matthew's Parish School a religious school?
St Matthew's Parish School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 281
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Episcopal
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 795-6837
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