San Gabriel Mission Elementary School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 248 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,450
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

San Gabriel Mission Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	San Gabriel Mission Elementary School
Kind	64
1	22
2	23
3	12
4	22
5	24
6	24
7	23
8	34

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Year Founded

1912

Student Body

Total Students

248 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

90%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

13 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

19:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

22 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,450

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% on Financial Aid

85%

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Sister Sharon Dempsey

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Now in our 100th year of service, San Gabriel Mission Elementary, adjacent to the historical San Gabriel Mission, is one of California`s longest operating Transitional Kindergarten through 8th grade parish schools.
We are committed to academic excellence through a standards-based curriculum, which is enriched by the Dominican and Claretian charisms of sharing the Word and Truth of Jesus Christ.
We are dedicated to developing each child`s full potential through our Schoolwide Learning Expectations.
As a faith-based community, students, parents, teachers, staff, administration, and clergy witness the Gospel message through worship, community service and daily life experiences.

Now in our 100th year of service, San Gabriel Mission Elementary, adjacent to the historical San Gabriel Mission, is one of California`s longest operating Transitional Kindergarten through 8th grade parish schools.
We are committed to academic excellence through a standards-based curriculum, which is enriched by the Dominican and Claretian charisms of sharing the Word and Truth of Jesus Christ.
We are dedicated to developing each child`s full potential through our Schoolwide Learning Expectations.
As a faith-based community, students, parents, teachers, staff, administration, and clergy witness the Gospel message through worship, community service and daily life experiences.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does San Gabriel Mission Elementary School cost?

San Gabriel Mission Elementary School's tuition is approximately $4,450 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of San Gabriel Mission Elementary School?

The acceptance rate of San Gabriel Mission Elementary School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

What is San Gabriel Mission Elementary School's ranking?

San Gabriel Mission Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for San Gabriel Mission Elementary School?

The application deadline for San Gabriel Mission Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Thanksgiving Break

November 23, 2026 (Monday)

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November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)

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November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)

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November 26, 2026 (Thursday)

Thanksgiving Break

November 27, 2026 (Friday)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Los Angeles County, CA is $18,263 for elementary schools and $23,987 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles County, CA is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).