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St Veronica Catholic School

Elementary School

434 ALIDA WAY, South San Francisco, CA 94080

Private

Enrollment

276

Student-Teacher

20.4:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,040 of 1,787

In South San Francisco

#3 of 5

public schools

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St Veronica Catholic School

6.0/10

Elementary School in South San Francisco · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St Veronica Catholic School

St Veronica Catholic School is a private elementary school in South San Francisco, CA. St Veronica Catholic School serves approximately 276 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Veronica Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,040 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it comparesOn par with CA schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

St Veronica Catholic School runs 20.4:1 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 Veronica 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

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How St Veronica Catholic School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in South San Francisco, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
20.4:1
This School
vs
19.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
276
This School
vs
455
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
5.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 35.9% vs 0%
Asian 34.4% vs 0%
St Veronica Catholic School South San Francisco Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Veronica Catholic School (this school) 6.0
Ponderosa Elementary 5.8
Los Cerritos Elementary 3.5
Buri Buri Elementary 6.8
Parkway Heights Middle 5.5
Spruce Elementary 3.5
Sunshine Gardens Elementary 4.7
Alta Loma Middle 6.8
Martin Elementary 3.9
Westborough Middle 8.3

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 2.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 20.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 69%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 276
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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)

White 35.9%
Asian 34.4%
Two or More 25.0%
Pacific Islander 4.3%
Native American 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

434 ALIDA WAY, South San Francisco, CA 94080

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Veronica Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monte Verde Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby San Bruno), which scores notably higher. Another option is Buri Buri Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HILLSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in South San Francisco, see our South San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
St. Veronica Catholic School South San Francisco 0.0 mi
South San Francisco High South San Francisco 0.2 mi 6.9
Ponderosa Elementary South San Francisco 0.2 mi 5.8
Los Cerritos Elementary South San Francisco 0.4 mi 3.5
Baden High (Continuation) South San Francisco 0.4 mi 5.6
Building Kidz South San Francisco 1.0 mi
Parkway Heights Middle South San Francisco 1.2 mi 5.5
SHILOH UNITED SCHOOL South San Francisco 1.1 mi 5.1
ALL SOULS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South San Francisco 1.1 mi 5.8
Spruce Elementary South San Francisco 1.2 mi 3.5
Buri Buri Elementary South San Francisco 1.2 mi 6.8
Sunshine Gardens Elementary South San Francisco 1.4 mi 4.7
Wings Learning Center San Bruno 1.3 mi
STRATFORD SCHOOL San Bruno 1.5 mi 6.2
HILLSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South San Francisco 1.5 mi 6.7
Stratford School - San Bruno Crestmoor Canyon San Bruno 1.5 mi
El Camino High South San Francisco 1.5 mi 8.1
MILLS MONTESSORI South San Francisco 1.6 mi 6.3
Monte Verde Elementary San Bruno 1.4 mi 9.0
Alta Loma Middle South San Francisco 1.5 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94080 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$135,966

Median Home Value

$1,159,500

Median Rent

$2,840/mo

Population

65,036

College Educated

40.1%

Homeownership

60.8%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Veronica Catholic School

What grades does St Veronica Catholic School serve?

St Veronica Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St Veronica Catholic School?

St Veronica Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 276 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Veronica Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Veronica Catholic School is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Veronica Catholic School rank in CA?

St Veronica Catholic School ranks #1,040 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is St Veronica Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Veronica Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Veronica Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St Veronica 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 Veronica Catholic School a religious school?

St Veronica Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
84 Very Walkable
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
276
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
San Mateo County

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