Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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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

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Santa Catalina Lower and Middle School
Pre-K	24
Kind	27
1	26
2	22
3	27
4	23
5	22
6	30
7	27
8	32

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1950

Campus Size

36 acres

School Motto

VERITAS—truth

Student Body

Total Students

260 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

27 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

41%

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC)
California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS-CA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Feb. 1 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$30,700

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Tuition Notes

PreK: $18,000; K: $27,900; Grades 1-8: $30,700

% on Financial Aid

45%

Admissions Director

Christine Westhoff

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$56.9 million

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

7 sports

Sports

BasketballFlag Football

GolfSoccer

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

Colors

Blue, Gold

School Mascot

Cougar

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

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Student GovernmentYearbook

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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.

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.

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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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