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#1529 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St Patricks Catholic School
Elementary School
900 W BRANCH ST, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,529 of 1,787
In Arroyo Grande
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Patricks Catholic School
Elementary School in Arroyo Grande · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Patricks Catholic School
St Patricks Catholic School is a private elementary school in Arroyo Grande, CA. St Patricks Catholic School serves approximately 243 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Patricks Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,529 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Patricks Catholic 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 Patricks Catholic School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Arroyo Grande, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Patricks Catholic School (this school) | 5.0 |
| Ocean View Elementary | 8.6 |
| Harloe Elementary | 6.7 |
| Paulding Middle | 7.5 |
| Mesa Middle | 6.0 |
| Branch Elementary | 7.5 |
| Pacific View Academy | 2.5 |
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
900 W BRANCH ST, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Patricks Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ocean View Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Los Ranchos Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby San Luis Obispo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shell Beach Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Pismo Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arroyo Grande, see our Arroyo Grande schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ARROYO GRANDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Arroyo Grande | 0.4 mi | — |
| Ocean View Elementary Arroyo Grande | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Valley View Adventist School Arroyo Grande | 0.4 mi | — |
| VALLEY VIEW ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Arroyo Grande | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Harloe Elementary Arroyo Grande | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Arroyo Grande High Arroyo Grande | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pismo Beach | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Paulding Middle Arroyo Grande | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Fairgrove Elementary Grover Beach | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Grover Beach Elementary Grover Beach | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Grover Heights Elementary Grover Beach | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| DANDY LION MONTESSORI SCHOOL Grover Beach | 1.7 mi | — |
| Oceano Elementary Oceano | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Judkins Middle Pismo Beach | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Mesa Middle Arroyo Grande | 3.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Lopez Continuation High Arroyo Grande | 4.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Pacific View Academy Arroyo Grande | 4.2 mi | 2.5 |
| Branch Elementary Arroyo Grande | 3.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Shell Beach Elementary Pismo Beach | 5.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Los Ranchos Elementary San Luis Obispo | 6.7 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93420 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,718
Median Home Value
$872,200
Median Rent
$2,025/mo
Population
32,016
College Educated
43.7%
Homeownership
66.2%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
45.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Patricks Catholic School
What grades does St Patricks Catholic School serve?
St Patricks Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Patricks Catholic School?
St Patricks Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 243 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Patricks Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Patricks Catholic School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Patricks Catholic School rank in CA?
St Patricks Catholic School ranks #1,529 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Patricks Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Patricks Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Patricks Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Patricks Catholic 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 Patricks Catholic School a religious school?
St Patricks Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 243
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Phone
- (805) 489-1210
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