Very Good
#154 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 9% of private schools
St Mel School
Elementary School
4745 PENNSYLVANIA AVE, Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#154 of 1,787
In Fair Oaks
#2 of 6
public schools
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St Mel School
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About St Mel School
St Mel School is a private elementary school in Fair Oaks, CA. St Mel School serves approximately 256 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mel School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #154 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, St Mel School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Mel 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 Mel School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Fair Oaks, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mel School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Meraki High | 7.3 |
| La Vista Center | — |
| Northridge Elementary | 5.6 |
| Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary | 5.4 |
| Earl Legette Elementary | 6.6 |
| Will Rogers Middle | 5.5 |
| Orangevale Open K-8 | 5.5 |
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
4745 PENNSYLVANIA AVE, Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mel School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cambridge Heights Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Citrus Heights), with a comparable rating. Another option is Earl Legette Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Skycrest Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Citrus Heights), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fair Oaks, see our Fair Oaks schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FREEDOM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fair Oaks | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| El Sereno Alternative Education Fair Oaks | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Meraki High Fair Oaks | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| La Vista Center Fair Oaks | 0.8 mi | — |
| LOTUS CHILD MONTESSORI Fair Oaks | 0.9 mi | — |
| Kingswood K-8 Citrus Heights | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| ST MARKS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Citrus Heights | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Northridge Elementary Fair Oaks | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Skycrest Elementary Citrus Heights | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Citrus Heights | 1.3 mi | — |
| SACRAMENTO WALDORF SCHOOL Fair Oaks | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Cambridge Heights Elementary Citrus Heights | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary Fair Oaks | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Bella Vista High Fair Oaks | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Albert Schweitzer Elementary Carmichael | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Earl Legette Elementary Fair Oaks | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| San Juan High Citrus Heights | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Jackson Family Homeschool Fair Oaks | 1.8 mi | — |
| Will Rogers Middle Fair Oaks | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| CCHAT Center–Sacramento Rancho Cordova | 2.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95628 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,582
Median Home Value
$615,400
Median Rent
$1,857/mo
Population
43,783
College Educated
43.9%
Homeownership
70.4%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
44.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Addison Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 7.8 |
| Alview Elementary Chowchilla, CA | 7.8 |
| Ballington Acad for the Arts and Scis - San Bernardino San Diego, CA | 7.8 |
| Biola-Pershing Elementary Fresno, CA | 7.8 |
| Center for Advanced Learning Los Angeles, CA | 7.8 |
| Coeur D'Alene Avenue Elementary Venice, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mel School
What grades does St Mel School serve?
St Mel School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mel School?
St Mel School has an enrollment of approximately 256 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mel School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mel School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mel School rank in CA?
St Mel School ranks #154 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Mel School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mel School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Mel School a private school?
Yes, St Mel 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 Mel School a religious school?
St Mel School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 256
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Phone
- (916) 967-2814
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