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#849 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 48% of private schools
St Timothy School
Elementary School
1515 DOLAN AVE, San Mateo, CA 94401
Enrollment
190
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
190
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#849 of 1,787
In San Mateo
#9 of 12
public schools
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St Timothy School
Elementary School in San Mateo · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Timothy School
St Timothy School is a private elementary school in San Mateo, CA. St Timothy School serves approximately 190 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 21.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Timothy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #849 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 190 students, St Timothy 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 Timothy School runs 21.1:1 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 Timothy 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 Timothy School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in San Mateo, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Timothy School (this school) | 6.3 |
| North Shoreview Montessori | 9.3 |
| LEAD Elementary | 3.5 |
| Sunnybrae Elementary | 3.4 |
| College Park Elementary | 9.5 |
| Bayside Academy | 7.2 |
| Parkside Montessori | 9.1 |
| Fiesta Gardens International Elementary | 5.9 |
| San Mateo Park Elementary | 3.9 |
| Borel Middle | 7.9 |
| Baywood Elementary | 6.5 |
| Beresford Elementary | 6.0 |
| Meadow Heights Elementary | 5.8 |
| George Hall Elementary | 9.0 |
| Laurel Elementary | 2.9 |
| Abbott Middle | 6.6 |
| Highlands Elementary | 7.5 |
| Gateway Center | — |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
1515 DOLAN AVE, San Mateo, CA 94401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Timothy School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. College Park Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Shoreview Montessori (rated 9.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parkside Montessori (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Mateo, see our San Mateo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Shoreview Montessori San Mateo | 0.3 mi | 9.3 |
| LEAD Elementary San Mateo | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Sunnybrae Elementary San Mateo | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| College Park Elementary San Mateo | 0.9 mi | 9.5 |
| EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL OF ST. MATTHEW San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Episcopal Day School of St. Matthew San Mateo | 1.0 mi | — |
| Bayside Academy San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| St. Matthew Catholic San Mateo | 1.2 mi | — |
| San Mateo High San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| CENTENNIAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Mateo | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Stanbridge Academy San Mateo | 1.0 mi | — |
| STANBRIDGE ACADEMY San Mateo | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Parkside Montessori San Mateo | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| PACIFIC RIM INT'L SCHOOL San Mateo | 1.4 mi | — |
| Fiesta Gardens International Elementary San Mateo | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Genius Learning Burlingame | 1.4 mi | — |
| Borel Middle San Mateo | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| UP ACADEMY San Mateo | 1.8 mi | — |
| UP ACADEMY, INC. San Mateo | 1.9 mi | — |
| COMPASS HIGH SCHOOL San Mateo | 1.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,258
Median Home Value
$1,123,300
Median Rent
$2,713/mo
Population
35,628
College Educated
45.3%
Homeownership
44.4%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
35.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANTHEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Salinas, CA | 6.3 |
| Arcata Elementary Arcata, CA | 6.3 |
| C. C. Violette Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 6.3 |
| COASTLINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Goleta, CA | 6.3 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacific Palisades, CA | 6.3 |
| Central Elementary Lemoore, CA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Timothy School
What grades does St Timothy School serve?
St Timothy School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Timothy School?
St Timothy School has an enrollment of approximately 190 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Timothy School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Timothy School is 21.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Timothy School rank in CA?
St Timothy School ranks #849 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Timothy School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Timothy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Timothy School a private school?
Yes, St Timothy 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 Timothy School a religious school?
St Timothy School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 190
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (650) 342-6567
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