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St Thomas Aquinas School

Elementary School

1501 S ATLANTIC BLVD, Monterey Park, CA 91754

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

132

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

132

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

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About St Thomas Aquinas School

St Thomas Aquinas School is a private elementary school in Monterey Park, CA. St Thomas Aquinas School serves approximately 132 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Thomas Aquinas School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,415 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.9 pts below CA schools

5.3

This school 5.3 · Average
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 132 students, St Thomas Aquinas School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

St Thomas Aquinas 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 Thomas Aquinas School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Monterey Park, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

14.7:1

This School

22:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

132

This School

606

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.3

This School

8.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 93.9% vs 0%

White 3% vs 0%

Asian 2.3% vs 0%

Black 0.8% vs 0%

St Thomas Aquinas School Monterey Park Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Thomas Aquinas School (this school)	—	132	14.7:1	5.3
Brightwood Elementary	0.7 mi	789	25.5:1	8.0
Robert Hill Lane Elementary	0.7 mi	264	17.6:1	9.2
Bella Vista Elementary	0.8 mi	526	17.5:1	8.9
Repetto Elementary	0.9 mi	704	24.3:1	8.8
Macy Intermediate	1.0 mi	551	19:1	7.8
Monterey Highlands Elementary	1.2 mi	919	24.2:1	9.1
Ynez Elementary	1.3 mi	712	22.2:1	8.1
Hillcrest Elementary	1.8 mi	436	21.8:1	8.8
Monterey Vista Elementary	1.9 mi	551	26.2:1	9.2

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

B- 4.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.7:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 7.3 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

C 2.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 12%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 132

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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 93.9%

White 3.0%

Asian 2.3%

Black 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1501 S ATLANTIC BLVD, Monterey Park, CA 91754

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Thomas Aquinas School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Robert Hill Lane Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monterey Highlands Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bella Vista Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Monterey Park, see our Monterey Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
St. Thomas Aquinas School Monterey Park	0.0 mi	147	—
Bella Vista Elementary Monterey Park	0.8 mi	526	8.9
Brightwood Elementary Monterey Park	0.7 mi	789	8.0
Robert Hill Lane Elementary Monterey Park	0.7 mi	264	9.2
MONTEREY PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Monterey Park	0.7 mi	10	—
Pacific Baptist School Monterey Park	0.9 mi	6	—
Repetto Elementary Monterey Park	0.9 mi	704	8.8
Macy Intermediate Monterey Park	1.0 mi	551	7.8
Monterey Highlands Elementary Monterey Park	1.2 mi	919	9.1
Arts In Action Community Charter Los Angeles	1.2 mi	383	6.6
Our Lady of The Miraculous Medal Montebello	1.3 mi	319	—
ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Alhambra	1.3 mi	109	6.9
St. Thomas More Catholic Elementary Alhambra	1.3 mi	34	—
Ynez Elementary Monterey Park	1.3 mi	712	8.1
Morris K. Hamasaki Elementary Los Angeles	1.2 mi	340	8.6
Fourth Street Elementary Los Angeles	1.4 mi	287	5.8
OUR LADY OF THE MIRACULOUS MEDAL Montebello	1.3 mi	329	5.0
KIPP Iluminar Academy Los Angeles	1.2 mi	601	4.2
KIPP Sol Academy Los Angeles	1.2 mi	488	2.8
Eastmont Intermediate Montebello	1.5 mi	615	7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91754 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,890

Median Home Value

$845,000

Median Rent

$1,884/mo

Population

33,176

College Educated

37.5%

Homeownership

56.1%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Thomas Aquinas School

What grades does St Thomas Aquinas School serve?

St Thomas Aquinas School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St Thomas Aquinas School?

St Thomas Aquinas School has an enrollment of approximately 132 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thomas Aquinas School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Thomas Aquinas School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Thomas Aquinas School rank in CA?

St Thomas Aquinas School ranks #1,415 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is St Thomas Aquinas School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Thomas Aquinas School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Thomas Aquinas School a private school?

Yes, St Thomas Aquinas 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 Thomas Aquinas School a religious school?

St Thomas Aquinas School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 35 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 132
Gender Split: 44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 9
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: (323) 261-6583

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