St. Andrew Catholic School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 240 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,665
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / Mar. 31 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Andrew Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other religious school association(s)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Andrew Catholic School
Nursery	28
Pre-K	25
Kind	16
1	17
2	22
3	21
4	26
5	17
6	22
7	22
8	24

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1897

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

240 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

87%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

14 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

17:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

95%

Average Class Size

22 students

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

uniform

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 31 / Mar. 31 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,665

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Tuition Notes

We offer different tuition rates: Pre-K: $6,875, TK-K: $6,050, 1st-8th: $5,665 International Student Rate: Pre-K: $12,000 TK-K: $11,000 Grades 1-8: $10,000

Summer Program Cost

$1,750

% on Financial Aid

40%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,000

Admissions Director

Mrs. Rocio M. Pineda

Admissions Associate

Crystal Miller

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

BasketballBowling

CheeringCross Country

Flag FootballFootball

GolfSoccer

SoftballTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Academic Decathlonchess club

craftsjazz hip hop dance

Robotics classesspelling bee

Arts and Music Programs:

select children chorus

School Notes

St. Andrew Catholic School (PK-8th grade) has been inspiring young minds for over 120 years. Established in 1897 it has been an urban Catholic elementary school located in the downtown area of Pasadena known as "Old Pasadena."
St. Andrew Catholic School is a diverse, nurturing community that fosters faith development, intellectual curiosity, respect for others, and lifelong learning. St. Andrew graduates are poised to achieve their God given potential for greater things in service of Church, family and community.
Our Early Childhood Program enrolls students as young as 3 years for our PK 3 program, 3 years old for our PK program, 4-5 years old for our TK program and 5-6 years old for our Kindergarten program. If you have not looked at St. Andrew Catholic School for your family, now is the perfect time to schedule your private tour with our principal, Mr. Raphael Domingo! To learn more about how you can join our Tiger family, visit our website at www.saspasadena.com or contact our school office at 626-796-7697 St. Andrew Catholic School: 42 Chestnut Street, Pasadena, CA 91103.

Admissions Process
Be a part of the St. Andrew School Family! Whether you are choosing the first school for your child or are considering a change, making the right educational choice for your child is a very important decision.
We are delighted and pleased that you are considering St. Andrew School.We are proud of our long history in Pasadena. We strive to honor our past as we move forward in faith and in educational excellence for the children of our rich and diverse community.
Classes fill quickly, and new families are strongly encouraged to register early. Students enrolling after a class becomes full and closes will be placed on a waiting list on a first come first served basis. Openings, if they occur, will be filled from the waiting list. St. AndrewCatholic School admits students of any race, color, nationality or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students. The school does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, or nationality and ethnic origin in the administration of educational policies, athletic, or other school programs.
In order to be admitted to our Preschool, the child must have reached his or her third birthday for the three-year-old program prior to September 1 of the respective academic year. In order to be admitted to our Transitional Kindergarten, the child must have reached his or her fourth birthday prior to September 1 of the respective academic year.Kindergarten admittance is dependent upon the child having reached his or her fifth birthday prior to September 1 of the respective academic year.
Documents which are required for enrollment are:
Completed Application Packet
Birth Certificate
Immunization Record
Current physical Form from doctor
Baptismal Certificate
Admission Assessment
Application fee of $75
if applicable Contact information for previous school

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Andrew Catholic School cost?

St. Andrew Catholic School's tuition is approximately $5,665 for private students and $1,750 for summer students.

Does St. Andrew Catholic School offer a summer program?

Yes, St. Andrew Catholic School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does St. Andrew Catholic School offer?

St. Andrew Catholic School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Andrew Catholic School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.

What is St. Andrew Catholic School's ranking?

St. Andrew Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Andrew Catholic School?

The application deadline for St. Andrew Catholic School is Jan. 31 / Mar. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 / Mar. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 7/24/2015

St. Andrews is a great school, if by great school you mean a false sense in social status then yes. Compared to other schools in the area both private and non, based solely on academics this school does not hold a candle to knowledge. Having gone here then transferred to a public school I quickly realized that I was far behind my peers, it took me years to fully comprehend why this was. This school focuses mostly on their religion than facts and basic (in my opinion) education. As a Catholic I see the appeal of putting your child in a Catholic private school but as a parent and past student I will take my chances on a better school elsewhere. The church on the other hand is my congregation and will most definitely recommend being part of it.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - miman

5 7/9/2012

St. Andrew offers children a good catholic education, access to local cultural sites, computer lab, buddy program, loving teachers and real world mix of students for one of the lowest tuitions in the area (and only require 10hrs of parent volunteer time compared to others who require 40hrs). I encourage you to tour the school and see if it is the right fit for you child. They do not have a waiting list and accept students from Kinder through 7th grade.

- Posted by Parent - blake

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The average private school tuition in Pasadena, CA is $22,887 for elementary schools and $37,395 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Pasadena, CA is 74% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).