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#981 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St Raymond School
Elementary School
12320 PARAMOUNT BLVD, Downey, CA 90242
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#981 of 1,787
In Downey
#4 of 6
public schools
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St Raymond School
Elementary School in Downey · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Raymond School
St Raymond School is a private elementary school in Downey, CA. St Raymond School serves approximately 225 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Raymond School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #981 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Raymond 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 Raymond School compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Downey, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Raymond School (this school) | 6.1 |
| Imperial Elementary | 6.7 |
| Sussman (Edward A.) Middle | 7.0 |
| Alameda Elementary | 6.3 |
| Old River Elementary | 6.7 |
| Ward (E. W.) Elementary | 5.3 |
| Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle | 6.5 |
| Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary | 8.0 |
| Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary | 6.5 |
| Gauldin (A.L.) Elementary | 5.6 |
| Rio Hondo Elementary | 7.6 |
| Lewis (Ed C.) Elementary | 6.9 |
| Woodruff Academy | — |
| Rio San Gabriel Elementary | 7.0 |
| Doty (Wendy Lopour) Middle | 6.0 |
| Griffiths (Gordon) Middle | 7.5 |
| Price (Maude) Elementary | 7.8 |
| Gallatin Elementary | 6.6 |
| Unsworth (Edith) Elementary | 8.0 |
| Kirby Dorothy Camp | 5.5 |
| Rockey Glenn Camp | 6.6 |
Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in Downey
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
12320 PARAMOUNT BLVD, Downey, CA 90242
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Raymond School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Imperial Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Old River Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Downey, see our Downey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Imperial Elementary Downey | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| RANCHO LOS AMIGOS CHILDRENS CENTER Downey | 0.6 mi | — |
| Sussman (Edward A.) Middle Downey | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Warren (Earl) High Downey | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Alameda Elementary Downey | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| St. Pius X St. Matthias Academy Downey | 0.8 mi | — |
| Old River Elementary Downey | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Ward (E. W.) Elementary Downey | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| ST PIUS-ST. MATTHIAS ACADEMY Downy | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ST PIUS X - ST. MATTHIAS HIGH SCHOOL Downey | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Stauffer (Mary R.) Middle Downey | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Williams (Spencer V.) Elementary Downey | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| KID TOWN USA PRESCHOOL-MONTESSORI ACADEMY South Gate | 1.2 mi | — |
| Theodore Roosevelt Paramount | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Downey | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Creative Beginnings Downey | 1.4 mi | — |
| Carpenter (C. C.) Elementary Downey | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| CHILDREN'S ACADEMY OF SUCCESS Downey | 1.5 mi | — |
| Harry Wirtz Elementary Paramount | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Downey High Downey | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
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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| Capay Joint Union Elementary Orland, CA | 6.1 |
| Coliseum Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.1 |
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| GOLDEN HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brentwood, CA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Raymond School
What grades does St Raymond School serve?
St Raymond School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Raymond School?
St Raymond School has an enrollment of approximately 225 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Raymond School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Raymond School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Raymond School rank in CA?
St Raymond School ranks #981 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Raymond School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Raymond School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Raymond School a private school?
Yes, St Raymond 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 Raymond School a religious school?
St Raymond School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 225
- Gender Split
- 67% M / 33% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (562) 862-3100
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