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#968 of 1,787 private schools in CA

The Presentation School

Elementary School

20872 BROADWAY, Sonoma, CA 95476

Private

Enrollment

178

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#968 of 1,787

In Sonoma

#3 of 3

public schools

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The Presentation School

6.2/10

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

Adele Harrison Middle

7.3/10

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4.0/10

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About The Presentation School

The Presentation School is a private elementary school in Sonoma, CA. The Presentation School serves approximately 178 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. The Presentation School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #968 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

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

What Parents Should Know

At 178 students, The Presentation 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.

At 8.9:1 students to teachers, The Presentation School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Presentation 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 The Presentation School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Sonoma, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
This School
vs
20.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
178
This School
vs
306
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
7.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.6% vs 0%
Asian 2.2% vs 0%
Black 0.6% vs 0%
The Presentation School Sonoma Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
The Presentation School (this school) 6.2
Adele Harrison Middle 7.3
Prestwood Elementary 6.9
Sassarini Elementary 7.4
El Verano Elementary 6.8
Altimira Middle 5.8
Flowery Elementary 7.0
Sonoma Charter 7.6

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)
A- 7.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,210.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 18%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 178
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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 90.4%
Hispanic 5.6%
Asian 2.2%
Two or More 1.1%
Black 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

20872 BROADWAY, Sonoma, CA 95476

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Presentation School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. River Montessori Elementary Charter (rated 8.1/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Petaluma), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sonoma Charter (rated 7.6/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sassarini Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sonoma, see our Sonoma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Adele Harrison Middle Sonoma 0.7 mi 7.3
Creekside High Sonoma 0.9 mi 4.0
Sonoma Valley High Sonoma 0.9 mi 7.2
Prestwood Elementary Sonoma 1.1 mi 6.9
Sassarini Elementary Sonoma 1.5 mi 7.4
St. Francis Solano Sonoma 1.6 mi
ST FRANCIS SOLANO SCHOOL Sonoma 1.6 mi 6.2
SoloQuest High Scool Sonoma 1.6 mi
SOLOQUEST SCHOOL AND LEARNING CENTER Sonoma 1.7 mi
El Verano Elementary Sonoma 2.9 mi 6.8
NEW SONG SCHOOL Sonoma 3.5 mi
Flowery Elementary Sonoma 3.7 mi 7.0
Altimira Middle Sonoma 3.6 mi 5.8
Sonoma Charter Sonoma 4.0 mi 7.6
Hanna Academy Sonoma 4.2 mi
ARCHBISHOP HANNA HIGH SCHOOL Sonoma 4.4 mi 6.7
Browns Valley Elementary Napa 6.9 mi 6.2
CYPRESS PRIMARY SCHOOL Petaluma 7.5 mi 5.9
River Montessori Elementary Charter Petaluma 7.5 mi 8.1
HARVEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Petaluma 7.5 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95476 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,322

Median Home Value

$882,300

Median Rent

$2,127/mo

Population

35,139

College Educated

41.1%

Homeownership

67.2%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

52.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Presentation School

What grades does The Presentation School serve?

The Presentation School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend The Presentation School?

The Presentation School has an enrollment of approximately 178 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Presentation School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Presentation School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Presentation School rank in CA?

The Presentation School ranks #968 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is The Presentation School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Presentation School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Presentation School a private school?

Yes, The Presentation 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 The Presentation School a religious school?

The Presentation School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
178
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Sonoma County

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