Our Lady of Refuge School, a community of faith and love, is dedicated to nurturing the whole child - physically, academically, and spiritually - while encouraging all community members to develop their God-given gifts and to make choices as followers of Christ to enrich their lives, their communities, their world.
At Our Lady of Refuge School, we recognize that parents are the primary educators of their children.
Our purposes are to strive to teach the beliefs and doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church; to do so within the experience of Catholic community; and to prepare students for service to others.
The administration and faculty strive to create an atmosphere that is conducive to the maximum development of the students' spiritual, intellectual, moral, aesthetic and physical potential.
This enables the students to integrate Christian principles, values and attitudes that will help them to live and to influence others to live according to the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Our Lady Of Refuge School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1953
Student Body
Total Students
208 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
63%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Our Lady Of Refuge School's ranking?
Our Lady Of Refuge School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Refuge School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Refuge School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Our Lady Of Refuge School located?
Our Lady Of Refuge School is located in the Stratford Square neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Stratford Square.
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