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St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy
High School
7851 Gardendale Street, Downey, CA 90242
Enrollment
591
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
591
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2024-25
Data vintage2024-25
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St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy
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About St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy
St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy is a private high school in Downey, CA.
St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy serves approximately 591 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio.
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What Parents Should Know
St. Pius X 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Downey, CA
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy (this school) | — |
| Warren (Earl) High | 6.8 |
| Downey High | 7.4 |
| Columbus (Christopher) High | 5.6 |
| Woodruff Academy | — |
| Kirby Dorothy Camp | 5.5 |
| Rockey Glenn Camp | 6.6 |
| Afflerbaugh-Paige Camp | 5.9 |
| Nidorf Barry J. | — |
| Road to Success Academy at Campus Kilpatrick | — |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 591 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Address
- 7851 Gardendale Street, Downey, CA 90242
- Phone
- (562) 861-2271
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Location
7851 Gardendale Street, Downey, CA 90242
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Pius X 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, 0.1 miles away). Another option is Paramount High (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Paramount). Additionally, Vista High (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lynwood). For more schools in Downey, see our Downey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PIUS-ST. MATTHIAS ACADEMY Downy | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| ST PIUS X - ST. MATTHIAS HIGH SCHOOL Downey | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| RANCHO LOS AMIGOS CHILDRENS CENTER Downey | 0.3 mi | — |
| KID TOWN USA PRESCHOOL-MONTESSORI ACADEMY South Gate | 0.5 mi | — |
| Theodore Roosevelt Paramount | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Imperial Elementary Downey | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Downey | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Hollydale South Gate | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Old River Elementary Downey | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Paramount Unified Community Day Paramount | 1.3 mi | — |
| Ward (E. W.) Elementary Downey | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Paramount Park Middle Paramount | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle Downey | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Paramount High Paramount | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Harry Wirtz Elementary Paramount | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Sussman (Edward A.) Middle Downey | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Vista High Lynwood | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Howard Tanner Paramount | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Our Lady of the Rosary School Paramount | 1.5 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL Paramount | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
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 X St. Matthias Academy
What grades does St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy serve?
St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy?
St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy has an enrollment of approximately 591 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy a private school?
Yes, St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 591
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (562) 861-2271
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