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#278 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 31% of private schools
St Cecilia Catholic School
Elementary School
11740 JOAN OF ARC DR, Houston, TX 77024
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#278 of 883
In Houston
#44 of 104
public schools
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St Cecilia Catholic School
Elementary School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Cecilia Catholic School
St Cecilia Catholic School is a private elementary school in Houston, TX. St Cecilia Catholic School serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Cecilia Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #278 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Cecilia 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 Cecilia Catholic School compares to 642 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Cecilia Catholic School (this school) | 6.9 |
| BUNKER HILL EL | 8.4 |
| SPRING BRANCH MIDDLE | 8.3 |
| WOODVIEW EL | 5.0 |
| MEMORIAL DRIVE EL | 9.0 |
| FROSTWOOD EL | 9.0 |
| MEMORIAL MIDDLE | 8.7 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY | 9.6 |
| BENDWOOD SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| THE BEAR BLVD SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| THE WILDCAT WAY SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| SHADOW OAKS EL | 6.8 |
| SPRING BRANCH EL | 7.6 |
| HUNTERS CREEK EL | 8.4 |
| SPRING WOODS MIDDLE | 4.9 |
| PINE SHADOWS EL | 7.7 |
| RUMMEL CREEK EL | 8.3 |
| VALLEY OAKS EL | 9.1 |
| THE TIGER TRAIL SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| SPRING OAKS MIDDLE | 6.5 |
| REVERE MIDDLE | 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.
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 TX.
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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 TX
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
11740 JOAN OF ARC DR, Houston, TX 77024
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Cecilia Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FROSTWOOD EL (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MEMORIAL DRIVE EL (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BUNKER HILL EL (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MEMORIAL H S Houston | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| BUNKER HILL EL Houston | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| WOODVIEW EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| SPRING BRANCH MIDDLE Houston | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| FROSTWOOD EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| MEMORIAL DRIVE EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| MEMORIAL MIDDLE Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| ILM ACADEMY Houston | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| HOLY SPIRIT EPISCOPAL SCHOOL - HOUSTON Houston | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| ST FRANCIS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Houston | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Houston | 1.6 mi | 9.6 |
| YELLOW SCHOOL-MDPC Houston | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| THE BEAR BLVD SCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| SPRING BRANCH EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| SHADOW OAKS EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| BENDWOOD SCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| PINES PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | — |
| THE WILDCAT WAY SCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| SPRING WOODS MIDDLE Houston | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| PINE SHADOWS EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,039
Median Home Value
$1,164,400
Median Rent
$1,796/mo
Population
37,647
College Educated
76.3%
Homeownership
62.1%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
43.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Cecilia Catholic School
What grades does St Cecilia Catholic School serve?
St Cecilia Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Cecilia Catholic School?
St Cecilia Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Cecilia Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Cecilia Catholic School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Cecilia Catholic School rank in TX?
St Cecilia Catholic School ranks #278 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is St Cecilia Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Cecilia Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Cecilia Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Cecilia 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 Cecilia Catholic School a religious school?
St Cecilia Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 530
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 190 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (713) 468-9515
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