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St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School
Elementary School
1380 BIRD ST, Oroville, CA 95965
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,284 of 1,787
In Oroville
#2 of 3
public schools
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St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School
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About St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School
St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School is a private elementary school in Oroville, CA. St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 24.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,284 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 125 students, St Thomas the Apostle Catholic 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 the Apostle Catholic School runs 24.5:1 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 Thomas the Apostle Catholic 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 Thomas the Apostle Catholic School compares to 21 public schools serving similar grades in Oroville, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School (this school) | 5.6 |
| Ipakanni Early College Charter | 6.8 |
| BASES Learning Center | — |
| Plumas Avenue Elementary | 5.2 |
| STREAM Charter | 3.7 |
| The Studios @ Central | 4.4 |
| Siskiyou Avenue Elementary | 6.1 |
| Wyandotte Academy | 6.1 |
| Hearthstone | 6.6 |
| Table Mountain | — |
| Nelson Avenue Middle | 7.3 |
| Heritage Community Day | — |
| Stanford Avenue Elementary | 3.2 |
| Butte County Special Education | 3.3 |
| Sierra Avenue Elementary | 3.9 |
| Ishi Hills Middle | 4.2 |
| Oakdale Heights Elementary | 6.2 |
| Poplar Avenue Elementary | 4.1 |
| Helen M. Wilcox Elementary | 6.2 |
| Golden Hills Elementary | 4.4 |
| Ophir Elementary | 5.2 |
Showing 20 of 21 schools. View all schools in Oroville
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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1380 BIRD ST, Oroville, CA 95965
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Siskiyou Avenue Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wyandotte Academy (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Plumas Avenue Elementary (rated 5.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Oroville, see our Oroville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Thomas the Apostle Oroville | 0.0 mi | — |
| Ipakanni Early College Charter Oroville | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Come Back Butte Charter Oroville | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Prospect High (Continuation) Oroville | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Oroville High Community Day Oroville | 0.9 mi | — |
| BASES Learning Center Oroville | 0.8 mi | — |
| Oroville High Oroville | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| STREAM Charter Oroville | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Plumas Avenue Elementary Oroville | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Siskiyou Avenue Elementary Oroville | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| The Studios @ Central Oroville | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Table Mountain Oroville | 1.4 mi | — |
| Wyandotte Academy Oroville | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Hearthstone Oroville | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Nelson Avenue Middle Oroville | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Heritage Community Day Oroville | 1.4 mi | — |
| Butte County Special Education Oroville | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Stanford Avenue Elementary Oroville | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Sierra Avenue Elementary Oroville | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Ishi Hills Middle Oroville | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95965 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,367
Median Home Value
$295,500
Median Rent
$1,112/mo
Population
20,854
College Educated
15.9%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
36.4
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| Bend Elementary Cottonwood, CA | 5.6 |
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| HARVEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Petaluma, CA | 5.6 |
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| MARCUS GARVEY SCHOOL Los Angeles, CA | 5.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School
What grades does St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School serve?
St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School?
St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School is 24.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School rank in CA?
St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School ranks #1,284 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 the Apostle Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Thomas the Apostle Catholic 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 the Apostle Catholic School a religious school?
St Thomas the Apostle Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 125
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Butte County
- Phone
- (530) 534-6969
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