St. Catherine Catholic School, an educational ministry of St. Catherine Parish, provides an academically rigorous education grounded in Gospel values.
Our curriculum encourages students to achieve their spiritual, academic, social, moral, and physical potential, while adapting to the ever-changing technological environment.
Enriched by the St. Catherine community of parents, staff, and parishioners, the school prepares all students to live their Catholic faith and respond in a personal way to God and others.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Yearly Tuition: $10,550
- Average class size: 36 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 19 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Catherine Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1963
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
352 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
36 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Navy Pants, Plaid Skirts, White or Navy Polos
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 19 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,550
Tuition Notes
Tuition cost is for Active Parish Families - 1 child
Non Baptized Catholic and/or Non Parish cost for 1 child is $14,844
Admissions Director
Jennifer Laws
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Chess ClubEcology Club
Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama Club
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Be who God meant you to be and you will set the world on fire!' — St. Catherine of Siena
- School Mascot: Cougars
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Catherine Catholic School cost?
St. Catherine Catholic School's tuition is approximately $10,550 for private students.
What schools are St. Catherine Catholic School often compared to?
St. Catherine Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Oakwood by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Catherine Catholic School offer?
St. Catherine Catholic School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Golf, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Catherine Catholic School's ranking?
St. Catherine Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Catherine Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Catherine Catholic School is Dec. 19 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 19 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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People that viewed St. Catherine Catholic School also viewed these schools: Oakwood, Crossroads Christian School, Little Sonshine School House, Shadow Mountain Baptist School and Pacific Point Christian School.
The nearest high school to St. Catherine Catholic School is Shadow Mountain Baptist School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Crossroads Christian School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Little Sonshine School House (0.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
105 John Wilson Way
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
(408) 782-7177
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
(408) 782-7177
2.2 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 668 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition listed
Crossroads Christian School
(Assembly of God)
145 Wright Ave
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
(408) 779-8850
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
(408) 779-8850
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 204 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Little Sonshine School House
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
16970 De Witt Ave
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
(408) 779-6788
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
(408) 779-6788
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 62 students
Shadow Mountain Baptist School
(Baptist)
17810 Monterey St
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
(408) 782-7806
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
(408) 782-7806
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 68 students
Pacific Point Christian School
(Christian)
1575a Mantelli Dr
Gilroy, CA 95020
(408) 847-7922
Gilroy, CA 95020
(408) 847-7922
8.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 402 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 1
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