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#989 of 1,790 private schools in CA

St Pius Elementary School

Elementary School

1100 WOODSIDE RD, Redwood City, CA 94061

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 34 schools in Redwood City. Learn more

Enrollment

234

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Redwood City

#3 of 5

public schools

California elementary schools

#581 of 1,102

About St Pius Elementary School

St. Pius Elementary School serves 234 students from prekindergarten through eighth grade in Redwood City, California. With 15 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16.0:1, providing relatively small class sizes that allow for more individualized attention.

The school has earned a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1362 out of 1790 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 24th percentile among California schools. While there's room for academic growth, the school serves families in a community with strong educational values and resources. Located at 1100 Woodside Road, St.

Pius Elementary sits in the heart of a well-established neighborhood where the median household income reaches $139,810 and half of all residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding ZIP code 94061 is home to 37,539 residents, with a notably low poverty rate of just 4.7% and median home values of $1,845,000, reflecting the area's desirability. The school operates as a regular public elementary school in this small city setting, benefiting from the stability and community engagement that characterizes this affluent Silicon Valley area.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, St Pius Elementary 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Pius Elementary School compares to 31 public schools serving similar grades in Redwood City, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
This School
vs
23.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
234
This School
vs
438
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.1
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 63.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 13.7% vs 0%
Asian 4.3% vs 0%
Black 0.9% vs 0%
St Pius Elementary School Redwood City Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Pius Elementary School (this school) 6.1
Henry Ford Elementary 7.0
John F. Kennedy Middle 7.5
Rocketship Redwood City 2.3
Roosevelt Elementary 3.2
Orion Alternative 7.6
North Star Academy 8.0
McKinley Institute of Technology 3.8
Hoover Elementary 4.0
Roy Cloud Elementary 5.5
Connect Community Charter 5.8
KIPP Excelencia Community Preparatory 4.0
Taft Elementary 3.6
Clifford Elementary 5.5
Canyon Oaks Youth Center
San Mateo County Special Education 7.4
Sandpiper Elementary 5.2
Redwood Shores Elementary 8.1
Margaret J. Kemp
Hillcrest at Youth Services Center
Rocketship Discovery Prep 6.0

Showing 20 of 31 schools. View all schools in Redwood City

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)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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School Day Length 7.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,278
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
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Enrollment 234
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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 63.7%
Two or More 16.7%
Hispanic 13.7%
Asian 4.3%
Black 0.9%
Pacific Islander 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1100 WOODSIDE RD, Redwood City, CA 94061

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Pius Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Orion Alternative (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Atherton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Henry Ford Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Redwood City, see our Redwood City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
St. Pius Elementary Redwood City 0.0 mi
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion Atherton 0.4 mi 7.5
Henry Ford Elementary Redwood City 0.5 mi 7.0
John F. Kennedy Middle Redwood City 0.6 mi 7.5
REDWOODS INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHLDRN Redwood City 0.9 mi
Rocketship Redwood City Redwood City 0.9 mi 2.3
KUBO MONTESSORI Redwood City 0.8 mi
Woodside High Woodside 1.1 mi 8.3
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Redwood City 1.1 mi
Roosevelt Elementary Redwood City 1.0 mi 3.2
Orion Alternative Redwood City 1.2 mi 7.6
REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Redwood City 1.4 mi 4.7
Redeemer Lutheran School Redwood City 1.4 mi
North Star Academy Redwood City 1.4 mi 8.0
WINGS LEARNING CENTER Redwood City 1.5 mi
McKinley Institute of Technology Redwood City 1.4 mi 3.8
Weingarten Children's Center Redwood City 1.3 mi
WEINGARTEN CHILDRENS CENTER Redwood City 1.3 mi
OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Redwood City 1.5 mi 6.1
Hoover Elementary Redwood City 1.6 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94061 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$141,599

Median Home Value

$1,938,300

Median Rent

$2,818/mo

Population

37,369

College Educated

51.4%

Homeownership

52.9%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

37.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding St Pius Elementary School has a median household income of $141,599. It is a well-educated community where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,938,300, with a median rent of $2,818/month. The local poverty rate of 6.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Pius Elementary School

What grades does St Pius Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend St Pius Elementary School?

St Pius Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 234 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Pius Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Pius Elementary School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Pius Elementary School rank in CA?

St Pius Elementary School is ranked #989 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is St Pius Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Pius Elementary School has a composite rating of 6.1 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 Pius Elementary School a private school?

Yes, St Pius Elementary 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 Pius Elementary School a religious school?

St Pius Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,120/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
234
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.1 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
SAN MATEO
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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