Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Yearly Tuition: $30,700
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Yearly Tuition: $30,700
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1950
Colors
Blue, Gold
Campus Size
36 acres
Student Body
Total Students
260 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
41%
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$30,700
Tuition Notes
PreK: $18,000; K: $27,900; Grades 1-8: $30,700
% on Financial Aid
45%
Admissions Director
Christine Westhoff
Application URL
Endowment Size
$56.9 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Student GovernmentYearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Glee Club
School Notes
- Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School is a coed day school for students in PreKindergarten through eighth grade.
- We are an independent, Catholic school that welcomes students of all faiths.
- Our community is fueled by passion, curiosity, and kindness.
- Our teachers have a truly inspired approach to unlocking a love of learning.
- And our students are fearless and adventurous learners, who leave truly prepared for success in high school, college, and beyond.
- School Motto: VERITAS—truth
- School Mascot: Cougar
- PreKindergarten has half-day and full-day options.
- PreK through Grade 1 students learn reading skills using the multisensory Orton-Gillingham approach.
- The Singapore Math curriculum helps students visualize math in an active, kinesthetic learning exerpience.
- Most Middle School courses have multiple class sections so students can find the right place.
- Curriculum for all grades includes the arts, music, physical education, technology, and character education.
- After-school Enrichment Program for PreK thorugh Grade 8 (additional cost).
- More than 50 field trips are taken each year, including overnight trips for students in grades 4-8.
- In addition to daily P.E. classes, Middle School students can participate in 7 interscholastic sports. Athletic facilities include on-campus tennis courts, gym, and swimming pool.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School cost?
Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School's tuition is approximately $30,700 for private students.
What schools are Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School often compared to?
Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School is often viewed alongside schools like San Carlos School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School offer?
Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School's ranking?
Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School?
The application deadline for Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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