Below Average

#1563 of 1,787 private schools in CA

St Rose of Lima School

Elementary School

278 ALVARADO ST UNIT 2, Chula Vista, CA 91910

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

318

Student-Teacher

25.2:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

318

Student-Teacher

25.2:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#1,563 of 1,787

In Chula Vista

#8 of 10

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About St Rose of Lima School

St Rose of Lima School is a private elementary school in Chula Vista, CA. St Rose of Lima School serves approximately 318 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 25.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Rose of Lima School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,563 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares1.3 pts below CA schools

4.9

This school 4.9 · Below Average
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

St Rose of Lima School runs 25.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

St Rose of Lima 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

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How St Rose of Lima School compares to 55 public schools serving similar grades in Chula Vista, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

25.2:1

This School

20.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

318

This School

627

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.9

This School

6.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 63.2% vs 0%

Asian 17% vs 0%

White 11.6% vs 0%

Black 0.6% vs 0%

St Rose of Lima School Chula Vista Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Rose of Lima School (this school)	—	318	25.2:1	4.9
Chula Vista Middle	0.5 mi	670	22.3:1	5.3
Vista Square Elementary	0.6 mi	553	21.3:1	5.2
Davila Day	0.6 mi	29	5.8:1	—
Hilltop Drive Elementary	0.8 mi	514	20.6:1	5.4
Hawking S.T.E.A.M. Charter	0.8 mi	1,305	20.7:1	5.0
Rosebank Elementary	1.0 mi	483	22:1	5.3
Hilltop Middle	1.0 mi	885	22.7:1	4.5
Chula Vista Learning Community Charter	1.1 mi	1,458	20.8:1	9.3
Howard Gardner Community Charter	1.1 mi	180	20:1	1.6
Mueller Charter (Robert L.)	1.1 mi	1,555	22.5:1	7.6
Rice (Lilian J.) Elementary	1.2 mi	592	21.1:1	4.9
Feaster (Mae L.) Charter	1.2 mi	1,096	21.9:1	3.5
Options Secondary	1.4 mi	71	6.5:1	6.8
Cook (Hazel Goes) Elementary	1.4 mi	334	23.9:1	6.3
Altus Schools South Bay	1.7 mi	374	41.6:1	4.3
Castle Park Elementary	1.9 mi	390	20.5:1	6.9
Halecrest Elementary	1.9 mi	431	20.5:1	6.2
Leonardo da Vinci Health Sciences Charter	1.9 mi	263	16.4:1	5.0
Harborside Elementary	2.0 mi	614	20.5:1	3.4
Clear View	2.0 mi	501	20.9:1	8.2

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

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

C- 1.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 25.2:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.1 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,224

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 55%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 318

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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)

Hispanic 63.2%

Asian 17.0%

White 11.6%

Two or More 5.3%

Pacific Islander 1.3%

Native American 0.9%

Black 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

278 ALVARADO ST UNIT 2, Chula Vista, CA 91910

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Rose of Lima School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cook (Hazel Goes) Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hilltop Drive Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Rosebank Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chula Vista, see our Chula Vista schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Chula Vista Middle Chula Vista	0.5 mi	670	5.3
Berean Bible Baptist Academy Chula Vista	0.6 mi	20	—
BEREAN BIBLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Chula Vista	0.6 mi	31	5.4
Vista Square Elementary Chula Vista	0.6 mi	553	5.2
Davila Day Chula Vista	0.6 mi	29	—
Hilltop Drive Elementary Chula Vista	0.8 mi	514	5.4
Hawking S.T.E.A.M. Charter Chula Vista	0.8 mi	1,305	5.0
Chula Vista Senior High Chula Vista	1.0 mi	1,980	4.9
Rosebank Elementary Chula Vista	1.0 mi	483	5.3
SOUTH BAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chula Vista	1.0 mi	38	7.2
Chula Vista Learning Community Charter Chula Vista	1.1 mi	1,458	9.3
Hilltop Middle Chula Vista	1.0 mi	885	4.5
Rice (Lilian J.) Elementary Chula Vista	1.2 mi	592	4.9
Innovative online academy Chula Vista	1.1 mi	200	—
Hilltop Senior High Chula Vista	1.1 mi	1,841	6.7
Mueller Charter (Robert L.) Chula Vista	1.1 mi	1,555	7.6
Howard Gardner Community Charter Chula Vista	1.1 mi	180	1.6
Options Secondary Chula Vista	1.4 mi	71	6.8
Feaster (Mae L.) Charter Chula Vista	1.2 mi	1,096	3.5
Cook (Hazel Goes) Elementary Chula Vista	1.4 mi	334	6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91910 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,705

Median Home Value

$676,700

Median Rent

$1,930/mo

Population

77,957

College Educated

28.6%

Homeownership

50.6%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

38.4

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Adams Elementary Santa Ana, CA	328	4.9
Albert F. Biella Elementary Santa Rosa, CA	234	4.9
Alturas Elementary Alturas, CA	357	4.9
Anatola Avenue Elementary Lake Balboa, CA	257	4.9
Avondale Elementary La Mesa, CA	326	4.9
Baker Elementary San Diego, CA	358	4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Rose of Lima School

What grades does St Rose of Lima School serve?

St Rose of Lima School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Rose of Lima School?

St Rose of Lima School has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Rose of Lima School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Rose of Lima School is 25.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Rose of Lima School rank in CA?

St Rose of Lima School ranks #1,563 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is St Rose of Lima School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Rose of Lima School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Rose of Lima School a private school?

Yes, St Rose of Lima 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 Rose of Lima School a religious school?

St Rose of Lima School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 85 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 46 Some Transit
Bike Score: 59 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 318
Gender Split: 53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 25.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 13
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: San Diego County
Phone: (619) 422-1121

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