Excellent
#1737 of 3,177 private schools in CA
St. Perpetua
Elementary School
3445 Hamlin Road, Lafayette, CA 94549
About St. Perpetua
St. Perpetua is an private elementary school in Lafayette, CA 94549. The school serves approximately 239 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.3:1.
It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.9/10, placing it in the 45.4th percentile among private schools in CA — an above average rating overall. The school scores particularly well in school profile (7.5/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $231,195, where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Compared to the 5 public schools in Lafayette, St. Perpetua rates higher overall (8.9 vs 7.1 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St. Perpetua compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Lafayette, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. Perpetua (this school) | 8.9 |
| M. H. Stanley Middle | 6.6 |
| Lafayette Elementary | 6.5 |
| Burton Valley Elementary | 6.6 |
| Springhill Elementary | 8.6 |
| Happy Valley Elementary | 7.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
3445 Hamlin Road, Lafayette, CA 94549
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PERPETUA SCHOOL Lafayette | 0.0 mi | 8.9 |
| M. H. Stanley Middle Lafayette | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Lafayette Elementary Lafayette | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| CENTER OF ARTS TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCE Lafayette | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| THE CHILD DAY SCHOOL - LAFAYETTE Lafayette | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| THE SPRINGSTONE SCHOOL Lafayette | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| The Springstone School Lafayette | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| DIABLO VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lafayette | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Diablo Valley Montessori Lafayette | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Campolindo High Moraga | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Contra Costa Jewish Day School Lafayette | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| CONTRA COSTA JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Lafayette | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| ORION ACADEMY Moraga | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Radiant Blossom Moraga | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| MEHER SCHOOLS Lafayette | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Meher Schools, The Lafayette | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Burton Valley Elementary Lafayette | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Acalanes High Lafayette | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Springhill Elementary Lafayette | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Donald L. Rheem Elementary Moraga | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94549 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$231,195
Median Home Value
$1,968,500
Median Rent
$2,902/mo
Population
28,247
College Educated
77.2%
Homeownership
78.7%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALL HALLOWS ACADEMY La Jolla, CA | 8.9 |
| ANNELIESE SCHOOLS, INC. Laguna Beach, CA | 8.9 |
| All Hallows Academy La Jolla, CA | 8.9 |
| Brainard Elementary Lake View Terrace, CA | 8.9 |
| Bushnell Way Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.9 |
| CONTRA COSTA JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Lafayette, CA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Perpetua
What grades does St. Perpetua serve?
St. Perpetua serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St. Perpetua?
St. Perpetua has an enrollment of approximately 239 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Perpetua?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Perpetua is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St. Perpetua rank in CA?
St. Perpetua is ranked #1737 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is St. Perpetua's MySchoolScout rating?
St. Perpetua has a composite rating of 8.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is St. Perpetua a private school?
Yes, St. Perpetua is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 239
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Contra Costa
- Phone
- (925) 284-1640
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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