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#1103 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St Paul of the Cross School
Elementary School
14030 FOSTER RD, La Mirada, CA 90638
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,103 of 1,787
In La Mirada
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Paul of the Cross School
Elementary School in La Mirada · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Paul of the Cross School
St Paul of the Cross School is a private elementary school in La Mirada, CA. St Paul of the Cross School serves approximately 107 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul of the Cross School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,103 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 107 students, St Paul of the Cross 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 Paul of the Cross 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 Paul of the Cross School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in La Mirada, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul of the Cross School (this school) | 5.9 |
| Foster Road Elementary | 5.0 |
| Arlie F. Hutchinson Middle | 8.0 |
| Gardenhill Elementary | 6.7 |
| Escalona Elementary | 6.6 |
| La Pluma Elementary | 5.7 |
| Reginald M. Benton Middle | 6.8 |
| Eastwood Elementary | 6.5 |
| John Foster Dulles Elementary | 7.1 |
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
14030 FOSTER RD, La Mirada, CA 90638
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul of the Cross School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ceres Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Whittier), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Gardenhill Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Escalona Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in La Mirada, see our La Mirada schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Paul of the Cross Elementary La Mirada | 0.0 mi | — |
| Foster Road Elementary La Mirada | 0.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Arlie F. Hutchinson Middle La Mirada | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Gardenhill Elementary La Mirada | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Los Altos Elementary Whittier | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Loma Vista Elementary Whittier | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| John H. Glenn High Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| La Colima Elementary Whittier | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| ST LINUS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Norwalk | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ST GREGORY THE GREAT SCHOOL Whittier | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| St. Gregory the Great Whittier | 1.7 mi | — |
| St. Linus School Norwalk | 1.4 mi | — |
| CPU K12 Academy Santa Fe Springs | 1.6 mi | — |
| Escalona Elementary La Mirada | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Heights Christian Schools, Bluefield Campus La Mirada | 1.5 mi | — |
| Ceres Elementary Whittier | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Carmela Elementary Whittier | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Howard J. McKibben Elementary Whittier | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| La Mirada High La Mirada | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Carmenita Middle Cerritos | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90638 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,606
Median Home Value
$765,100
Median Rent
$2,052/mo
Population
45,714
College Educated
39.6%
Homeownership
76.5%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
43.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Paul of the Cross School
What grades does St Paul of the Cross School serve?
St Paul of the Cross School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Paul of the Cross School?
St Paul of the Cross School has an enrollment of approximately 107 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul of the Cross School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul of the Cross 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 Paul of the Cross School rank in CA?
St Paul of the Cross School ranks #1,103 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Paul of the Cross School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul of the Cross School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Paul of the Cross School a private school?
Yes, St Paul of the Cross 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 Paul of the Cross School a religious school?
St Paul of the Cross School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 107
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (562) 445-4542
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