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#687 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Top 38% of private schools

St Pauls School

Elementary School

6101 W GOSHEN AVE, Visalia, CA 93291

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 50 schools in Visalia. Learn more

Enrollment

349

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Visalia

#2 of 4

public schools

California elementary schools

#384 of 1,102

About St Pauls School

ST PAULS SCHOOL serves 349 students from prekindergarten through eighth grade in Visalia, California. This regular public elementary school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.1:1 with 27 full-time equivalent teachers, creating opportunities for more personalized attention in the classroom. The school has earned a solid MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1075 out of 1790 California elementary schools, placing it in the 40th percentile statewide.

This performance reflects the school's commitment to providing quality education for its diverse student body. ST PAULS SCHOOL draws families from the surrounding 93291 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $75,679 and the median home value reaches $366,800. The community shows economic stability with a 13.5% poverty rate, while 24% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

With over 61,000 people calling this ZIP code home, the area represents a substantial residential community. The school's location on West Goshen Avenue places it within Tulare County's mid-size city environment, offering students access to both suburban amenities and the agricultural heritage that characterizes much of California's Central Valley region.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, St Pauls School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$40,378
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$38,849
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.96x — Tight
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
96%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$24.0M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 349 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Pauls School compares to 45 public schools serving similar grades in Visalia, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
This School
vs
22.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
349
This School
vs
532
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 62.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 18.3% vs 0%
Asian 14.9% vs 0%
Black 3.4% vs 0%
St Pauls School Visalia Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Pauls School (this school) 6.6
Hurley Elementary 4.8
Denton Elementary 4.9
Tulare County Community
Willow Glen Elementary 6.8
Oak Grove Elementary 4.7
Ridgeview Middle 3.9
Manuel F. Hernandez 4.9
Veva Blunt Elementary 6.0
Green Acres Middle 3.5
Valley Life Charter 6.2
Creekside Community Day
Royal Oaks Elementary 4.3
Shannon Ranch Elementary 8.3
La Joya Middle 4.8
Visalia Charter Independent Study 7.6
Linwood Elementary 5.3
Houston Elementary 7.3
Crestwood Elementary 5.2
Divisadero Middle 3.5
Global Learning Charter 6.4

Showing 20 of 45 schools. View all schools in Visalia

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 13.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,262.9
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 55%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 349
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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)

White 62.2%
Hispanic 18.3%
Asian 14.9%
Black 3.4%
Native American 0.9%
Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6101 W GOSHEN AVE, Visalia, CA 93291

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Pauls School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shannon Ranch Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Willow Glen Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Veva Blunt Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Visalia, see our Visalia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Hurley Elementary Visalia 0.5 mi 4.8
Denton Elementary Visalia 0.7 mi 4.9
Tulare County Community Visalia 0.7 mi
Willow Glen Elementary Visalia 0.8 mi 6.8
Central Valley Christian School Society Visalia 1.3 mi
Oak Grove Elementary Visalia 1.1 mi 4.7
Ridgeview Middle Visalia 1.4 mi 3.9
Veva Blunt Elementary Visalia 1.8 mi 6.0
Manuel F. Hernandez Visalia 1.8 mi 4.9
Visalia Technical Early College Visalia 2.2 mi 7.4
El Diamante High Visalia 2.5 mi 7.4
Valley Life Charter Visalia 2.4 mi 6.2
La Joya Middle Visalia 2.7 mi 4.8
Sequoia High Visalia 2.3 mi 6.3
Linwood Elementary Visalia 2.9 mi 5.3
Royal Oaks Elementary Visalia 2.6 mi 4.3
Green Acres Middle Visalia 2.4 mi 3.5
Creekside Community Day Visalia 2.5 mi
Shannon Ranch Elementary Visalia 2.6 mi 8.3
University Preparatory High Visalia 2.6 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93291 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,502

Median Home Value

$381,600

Median Rent

$1,331/mo

Population

63,049

College Educated

23.8%

Homeownership

59.6%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

32.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding St Pauls School has a median household income of $81,502. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $381,600, with a median rent of $1,331/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.8%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
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Blue Oak Elementary Cameron Park, CA 6.6
C. C. Violette Elementary Garden Grove, CA 6.6
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Santa Ana, CA 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Pauls School

What grades does St Pauls School serve?

St Pauls School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Pauls School?

St Pauls School has an enrollment of approximately 349 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Pauls School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Pauls School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Pauls School rank in CA?

St Pauls School is ranked #687 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is St Pauls School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Pauls School has a composite rating of 6.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Pauls School a private school?

Yes, St Pauls School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination 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 School a religious school?

St Pauls School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,586/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Visalia). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
349
Gender Split
62% M / 38% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7.3 hours
Days Per Year
173 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
TULARE
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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