Excellent
#74 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 4% of private schools
St Pauls Episcopal School
Elementary School
116 MONTECITO AVE, Oakland, CA 94610
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#74 of 1,787
In Oakland
#4 of 18
public schools
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St Pauls Episcopal School
Elementary School in Oakland · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Pauls Episcopal School
St Pauls Episcopal School is a private elementary school in Oakland, CA. St Pauls Episcopal School serves approximately 365 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Pauls Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #74 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, St Pauls Episcopal School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Pauls Episcopal 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 Pauls Episcopal School compares to 122 public schools serving similar grades in Oakland, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Pauls Episcopal School (this school) | 8.1 |
| Westlake Middle | 4.3 |
| Oakland School for the Arts | 4.6 |
| Envision Academy for Arts & Technology | 4.0 |
| American Indian Public Charter School II | 7.4 |
| AIMS College Prep Middle | 7.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 6.4 |
| Cleveland Elementary | 5.7 |
| KIPP Bridge Academy | 8.2 |
| La Escuelita | 2.9 |
| Hoover Elementary | 2.8 |
| West Oakland Middle | 6.9 |
| Yu Ming Charter | 8.6 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary | 3.9 |
| Franklin Elementary | 4.4 |
| Piedmont Avenue Elementary | 3.2 |
| Oakland Military Institute College Preparatory Academy | 7.1 |
| Bella Vista Elementary | 3.8 |
| Emerson Elementary | 4.7 |
| North Oakland Community Charter | 7.9 |
| Crocker Highlands Elementary | 7.4 |
Showing 20 of 122 schools. View all schools in Oakland
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
116 MONTECITO AVE, Oakland, CA 94610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Pauls Episcopal School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. American Indian Public Charter School II (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Lincoln Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Cleveland Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Paul's Episcopal School Oakland | 0.0 mi | — |
| Westlake Middle Oakland | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Street Academy Alternative High Oakland | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| GRAND LAKE MONTESSORI Oakland | 0.6 mi | — |
| STARLITE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Oakland | 0.7 mi | — |
| Envision Academy for Arts & Technology Oakland | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Oakland School for the Arts Oakland | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| AIMS College Prep High Oakland | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| AIMS College Prep Middle Oakland | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| American Indian Public Charter School II Oakland | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary Oakland | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Dewey Academy High Oakland | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| LAMBO ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL Oakland | 0.9 mi | — |
| LAMBO Academy International Oakland | 1.0 mi | — |
| St. Andrew M.B.C. Private P. C. P. C. Oakland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Gateway to College High at Laney College Oakland | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| La Escuelita Oakland | 1.1 mi | 2.9 |
| LAMBO ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL Oakland | 1.0 mi | — |
| MetWest High Oakland | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Cleveland Elementary Oakland | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,435
Median Home Value
$1,324,500
Median Rent
$2,184/mo
Population
32,675
College Educated
73.2%
Homeownership
36.9%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Baypoint Preparatory Academy - San Diego San Marcos, CA | 8.1 |
| Baywood Elementary Los Osos, CA | 8.1 |
| Blossom Hill Elementary Los Gatos, CA | 8.1 |
| Bryant Ranch Elementary Yorba Linda, CA | 8.1 |
| Buena Vista Elementary Walnut Creek, CA | 8.1 |
| Carlos Santana Arts Academy North Hills, CA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Pauls Episcopal School
What grades does St Pauls Episcopal School serve?
St Pauls Episcopal School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Pauls Episcopal School?
St Pauls Episcopal School has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Pauls Episcopal School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Pauls Episcopal School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Pauls Episcopal School rank in CA?
St Pauls Episcopal School ranks #74 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Pauls Episcopal School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Pauls Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Pauls Episcopal School a private school?
Yes, St Pauls Episcopal 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 Pauls Episcopal School a religious school?
St Pauls Episcopal School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 365
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Episcopal
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 203 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 285-9600
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