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#786 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 44% of private schools
St Philip the Apostle School
Elementary School
1363 CORDOVA ST, Pasadena, CA 91106
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#786 of 1,787
In Pasadena
#16 of 21
public schools
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About St Philip the Apostle School
St Philip the Apostle School is a private elementary school in Pasadena, CA. St Philip the Apostle School serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Philip the Apostle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #786 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Philip the Apostle 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 Philip the Apostle School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Pasadena, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Philip the Apostle School (this school) | 6.4 |
| McKinley | 3.8 |
| Hamilton Elementary | 7.7 |
| Marshall Fundamental | 7.9 |
| Madison Elementary | 4.4 |
| Learning Works | 4.1 |
| Norma Coombs Elementary | 5.1 |
| Blair High | 7.2 |
| Longfellow (Henry W.) Elementary | 6.8 |
| Webster Elementary | 5.3 |
| Options For Youth - Duarte Inc | 2.6 |
| CIS Academy | 7.7 |
| Willard Elementary | 5.2 |
| Octavia E. Butler Magnet | 6.8 |
| Washington Elementary STEM Magnet | 5.0 |
| Field (Eugene) Elementary | 9.3 |
| San Rafael Elementary | 8.3 |
| Alma Fuerte Public | 7.6 |
| Don Benito Fundamental | 5.6 |
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
1363 CORDOVA ST, Pasadena, CA 91106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Philip the Apostle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Twentieth Street Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hamilton Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF LOS ANGELES - PASADENA (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pasadena, see our Pasadena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Philip the Apostle Pasadena | 0.0 mi | — |
| International School of Los Angeles-PAS Pasadena | 0.3 mi | — |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF LOS ANGELES - PASADENA Pasadena | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Twentieth Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| POLYTECHNIC SCHOOL Pasadena | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Fusion Academy Pasadena Downtown Pasadena | 0.7 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY PASADENA DOWNTOWN Pasadena | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Rose City High (Continuation) Pasadena | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| McKinley Pasadena | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Bridge Global Academy Pasadena | 0.9 mi | — |
| Hamilton Elementary Pasadena | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| ST GREGORYS A & M HOVSEPIAN SCHOOL Pasadena | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| St. Gregory's A. & M. Hovsepian School Pasadena | 1.1 mi | — |
| Living Waters Academy Pasadena | 1.1 mi | — |
| VILLA ESPERANZA SERVICES Pasadena | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Villa Esperanza Services Pasadena | 1.2 mi | — |
| ENCHANTED CASTLE PASADENA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pasadena | 1.1 mi | — |
| Teaching Great Children Pasadena | 1.1 mi | — |
| OUR SCHOOL Pasadena | 1.4 mi | — |
| Mayfield Junior School Pasadena | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,213
Median Home Value
$966,700
Median Rent
$2,096/mo
Population
23,217
College Educated
63.2%
Homeownership
34.8%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
38.2
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| ANNELIESE'S SCHOOLS Laguna Beach, CA | 6.4 |
| BASIS INDEPENDENT FREMONT Fremont, CA | 6.4 |
| Bellevue Elementary Atwater, CA | 6.4 |
| Bellevue Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 6.4 |
| Berlyn Elementary Ontario, CA | 6.4 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pacific Palisades, CA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Philip the Apostle School
What grades does St Philip the Apostle School serve?
St Philip the Apostle School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Philip the Apostle School?
St Philip the Apostle School has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Philip the Apostle School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Philip the Apostle School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Philip the Apostle School rank in CA?
St Philip the Apostle School ranks #786 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Philip the Apostle School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Philip the Apostle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Philip the Apostle School a private school?
Yes, St Philip the Apostle 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 Philip the Apostle School a religious school?
St Philip the Apostle School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 515
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (626) 795-9691
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