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St. Barnabas Parish School

3980 Marron Ave Long Beach, CA 90807

Tel: (562) 424-7476

school.stbarnabaslb.org

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 344 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,100
Average class size: 27 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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About the School

St. Barnabas Parish School in Long Beach, CA, serves 344 co–ed udents from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a city–based setting within the Bixby Knolls neighborhood.
Founded in 1946, this Catholic K–8 private school is accredited by the Weern Association of Schools and Colleges and is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association.
The school has a udent–teacher ratio of 18:1 with an average class size of 27 and 90% of teachers holding advanced degrees.
Annual tuition is $4,100, with 6% of udents receiving financial aid averaging $500, making it one of the more affordable private school options in Long Beach.
Barnabas offers rolling admissions and provides a formal dress code, as well as a summer school program.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 344 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,100
Average class size: 27 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Barnabas Parish 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 Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Barnabas Parish School
Nursery	15
Pre-K	15
Kind	84
1	30
2	24
3	30
4	33
5	30
6	27
7	29
8	27

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1946

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

344 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

73%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

19 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Average Class Size

27 students

Advanced Courses

Mathematics and Literature

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Vicki Marsha Uniform required

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,100

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Tuition Notes

Additional fees are required. Please contact the school office for more information. (562)424-7476

% on Financial Aid

Average Financial Aid Grant

$500

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

7 sports

Sports

School Notes

School Motto: Developing Catholic Christians, Lifelong Learners and Caring Citizens

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Barnabas Parish School cost?

St. Barnabas Parish School's tuition is approximately $4,100 for private students.

What sports does St. Barnabas Parish School offer?

St. Barnabas Parish School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Dance, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.

What is St. Barnabas Parish School's ranking?

St. Barnabas Parish School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Barnabas Parish School?

The application deadline for St. Barnabas Parish School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Barnabas Parish School located?

St. Barnabas Parish School is located in the Bixby Knolls neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Bixby Knolls.

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The average private school tuition in Long Beach, CA is $11,715 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Long Beach, CA is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).