St. Bernard School is our Parish School, rooted in Catholic values, and dedicated to creating a community that respects diversity while nurturing and developing your child's talents.
In our mission, we recognize that through education, the empowerment of young Catholic citizens can affect the transformation of our society; therefore, we challenge our school community to academic excellence.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Bernard School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1946
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
228 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
93%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Bernard School's ranking?
St. Bernard School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Bernard School?
The application deadline for St. Bernard School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to St. Bernard School is St. Joseph High School (1.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Southland Christian Academy (0.8 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
5336 E Arbor Road
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 425-3358
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 425-3358
2.5 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 416 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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