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St. Turibius Elementary
Elementary School
1524 Essex Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021
Enrollment
72
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
72
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About St. Turibius Elementary
St. Turibius Elementary is an private elementary school in Los Angeles, CA 90021. The school serves approximately 72 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.4:1.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $32,250, where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 72 students, St. Turibius Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
As a private school, St. Turibius Elementary operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St. Turibius Elementary compares to 451 public schools serving similar grades in Los Angeles, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St. Turibius Elementary (this school) | — |
| Tri-C Community Day | 6.6 |
| San Pedro Street Elementary | 8.5 |
| Para Los Ninos Middle | 8.2 |
| Ninth Street Elementary | 4.4 |
| Synergy Kinetic Academy | 7.8 |
| Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy | 6.9 |
| Para Los Ninos Charter | 9.5 |
| Twenty-Eighth Street Elementary | 8.2 |
| CDS Secondary | — |
| Jardin de la Infancia | — |
| Nevin Avenue Elementary | 8.7 |
| Animo Jefferson Charter Middle | 5.1 |
| Quincy Jones Elementary | 7.2 |
| Synergy Charter Academy | 6.5 |
| Center for Advanced Learning | 7.6 |
| Dolores Huerta Elementary | 8.0 |
| Wadsworth Avenue Elementary | 5.7 |
| John Adams Middle | 8.9 |
| Maple Primary Center | 8.0 |
| New Designs Charter | 3.8 |
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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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 72 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Address
- 1524 Essex Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021
- Phone
- (213) 749-8894
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
1524 Essex Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St. Turibius Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Para Los Ninos Charter (rated 9.5/10, 0.9 miles away). Another option is Nevin Avenue Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away). Additionally, San Pedro Street Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away). For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST TURIBIUS SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Central High Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Tri-C Community Day Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Para Los Ninos Middle Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Ninth Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| San Pedro Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Synergy Kinetic Academy Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Santee Education Complex Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Para Los Ninos Charter Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 9.5 |
| Twenty-Eighth Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Frida Kahlo High Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Nevin Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Animo Ralph Bunche Charter High Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Animo Jefferson Charter Middle Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Jardin de la Infancia Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| Metropolitan Continuation Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| CDS Secondary Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | — |
| Matrix for Success Academy Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Synergy Charter Academy Los Angeles | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,250
Median Home Value
$1,075,800
Median Rent
$984/mo
Population
3,152
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
6.9%
Poverty Rate
43.4%
Median Age
39.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding St. Turibius Elementary has a median household income of $32,250. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,075,800, with a median rent of $984/month. The area has a poverty rate of 43.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St. Turibius Elementary
What grades does St. Turibius Elementary serve?
St. Turibius Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St. Turibius Elementary?
St. Turibius Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 72 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Turibius Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at St. Turibius Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is St. Turibius Elementary a private school?
Yes, St. Turibius Elementary is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Los Angeles). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 72
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (213) 749-8894
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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