St David School

871 Sonoma Street, Richmond, CA, 94805-0948
St. David School has been providing quality Catholic education Pre-K through 8th Grade for 50 years. St. David School is a parish elementary school which provides a Catholic educational environment. The school works to support the family in its primary responsibility to educate the child. Teachers, as facilitators of learning, have a vital role providing educational expertise that addresses the needs of the whole child. Students are taught to actively contribute to society and to view life according to the teachings of Jesus Christ. The school community fosters understanding, acceptance, and appreciation of all religious and ethnic groups. The school provides a learning environment where students can develop a positive self image and grow spiritually, intellectually, socially, and physically.

School Overview:

St David School
School Membership(s) National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 8
Learning Programs Supported Title 1 School
Year Founded 1963
Student Body
Total Students 169 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 70% (CA School Avg.: 43%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 16:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 40%
Average Class Size 15 students
Classroom dress code Formal
(Khaki pants, school top)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $6,000
Tuition Notes $6000 a year K-8 $7000 a year Pre-K Discounts for multiple children
% on Financial Aid 45%
Average Financial Aid Grant $1,750
Acceptance Rate 95%
Admissions Director Jeanette Beard
Admissions Associate Brian Swanson
Sports
Total Sports Offered 5 sports
Sports
Baseball Basketball
Soccer Track and Field
Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 8 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Choir Cornerstone Youth Group
Girl Scouts Homework Club
Leadership Mad Science
Rosary Guild Tee Ball & Youth Soccer

Nearby Schools:

St David School
Gr. PK-8 | 0 mi. away
Crestmont School
Gr. K-6 | 0.4 mi. away
Arlington Christian School
Gr. K-12 | 0.7 mi. away
El Sobrante KinderCare
Gr. Nursery School-PK | 1 mi. away
Salesian High School
Gr. 9-12 | 1 mi. away
Tehiyah Day School
Gr. PK-8 | 1.1 mi. away

View all schools in: Richmond, Contra Costa County, Zip 94805

School Reviews:

  • Recommended May 09,2013 - We have a fantastic group of students and families at St. David School. With small class sizes and dedicated teachers, it''s a perfect learning environment. Please stop by for a tour and see what we have to offer. A proper education is the best gift you can ever give your child.*-Posted by Administrator *
  • Recommended December 11,2012 - Student - 11-5-2012- This is best school in the Richmond area. I love this school. I have been in St. David School since Pre-K, it''s been 8 years. I think that everyone should go to St. David School. You won''t regret it!!!! I hope you do go to this very fine school.*-Posted by Student/Alumni *
  • Recommended October 06,2012 - We wanted a school in a nice area with good teachers. After much searching, we found St. David School. The school is in a safe area and the staff ensures that your children''s safety is there number one priority. The school has a good sports program, wonderful music teacher, excellent academics and a nice sports field across the street from the school. This school will not disappoint!*-Posted by Parent *

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