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#847 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 47% of private schools
St Pius-st. Matthias Academy
High School
7851 GARDENDALE ST, Downy, CA 90242
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#847 of 1,787
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St Pius-st. Matthias Academy
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About St Pius-st. Matthias Academy
St Pius-st. Matthias Academy is a private high school in Downy, CA. St Pius-st.
Matthias Academy serves approximately 451 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. St Pius-st. Matthias Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #847 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
St Pius-st. Matthias Academy 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.
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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
7851 GARDENDALE ST, Downy, CA 90242
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Pius-st. Matthias Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST PIUS X - ST. MATTHIAS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, in nearby Downey), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Paramount High (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Paramount), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Vista High (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Lynwood), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Downy, see our Downy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PIUS X - ST. MATTHIAS HIGH SCHOOL Downey | 0.0 mi | 7.2 |
| St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy Downey | 0.1 mi | — |
| RANCHO LOS AMIGOS CHILDRENS CENTER Downey | 0.4 mi | — |
| KID TOWN USA PRESCHOOL-MONTESSORI ACADEMY South Gate | 0.4 mi | — |
| Theodore Roosevelt Paramount | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Hollydale South Gate | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Imperial Elementary Downey | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Downey | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Paramount Unified Community Day Paramount | 1.2 mi | — |
| Paramount Park Middle Paramount | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Old River Elementary Downey | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Ward (E. W.) Elementary Downey | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Paramount High Paramount | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Harry Wirtz Elementary Paramount | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Vista High Lynwood | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Howard Tanner Paramount | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle Downey | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Our Lady of the Rosary School Paramount | 1.4 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL Paramount | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Sussman (Edward A.) Middle Downey | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90242 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,238
Median Home Value
$676,100
Median Rent
$1,874/mo
Population
40,983
College Educated
24.2%
Homeownership
52.4%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
37.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Pius-st. Matthias Academy
What grades does St Pius-st. Matthias Academy serve?
St Pius-st. Matthias Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St Pius-st. Matthias Academy?
St Pius-st. Matthias Academy has an enrollment of approximately 451 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Pius-st. Matthias Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Pius-st. Matthias Academy is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Pius-st. Matthias Academy rank in CA?
St Pius-st. Matthias Academy ranks #847 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Pius-st. Matthias Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Pius-st. Matthias Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Pius-st. Matthias Academy a private school?
Yes, St Pius-st. Matthias Academy 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-st. Matthias Academy a religious school?
St Pius-st. Matthias Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 451
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (562) 861-2271
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