At. St. Cecilia School, we welcome God into our daily curriculum, we partner meaningfully with parents, we enhance every child's learning through technology, and we work as a team. If you remember anything, please remember this St. Cecilia is More Than School!.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Cecilia 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
Year Founded
1961
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
267 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
65%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
All tuition information is published on the school website.
Admissions Director
Mary Beth Boyer, M.Ed.
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Academic DecathlonCatholic Action Responsibility and Education (CARE) Program
Sacramental PreparationStudent Council
Technology Team
School Notes
Top Six Benefits of St. Cecilia School:
- Experience More Than School
- Build Character
- Learn More Here
- Thrive in High School
- Find Your Voice
- Feel at Home
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Cecilia School often compared to?
St. Cecilia School is often viewed alongside schools like Fairmont Schools - North Tustin Campus by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Cecilia School offer?
St. Cecilia School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Football, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Cecilia School's ranking?
St. Cecilia School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Cecilia School?
The application deadline for St. Cecilia School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Popular comparisons: St. Cecilia School vs. Fairmont Schools - North Tustin Campus
People that viewed St. Cecilia School also viewed these schools: Fairmont Schools - North Tustin Campus, Red Hill Lutheran School, Grace Harbor School, TVT Community Day School and St. Joachim Elementary School.
The nearest high school to St. Cecilia School is Learning Corner (2.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Fairmont Schools - North Tustin Campus (0.3 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
12421 Newport Ave.
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 234-2780
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 234-2780
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 358 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition listed
13200 Red Hill Avenue
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 544-3132
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 544-3132
1.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 372 students Avg. class size: 19 students Tuition listed
12881 Newport Avenue
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 544-4431
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 544-4431
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 165 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
5 Federation Way
Irvine, CA 92603
(949) 509-9500
Irvine, CA 92603
(949) 509-9500
6.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 845 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
St. Joachim Elementary School![St. Joachim Elementary School Photo - St. Joachim 's Pre-Kindergarten & Kindergarten Extended Day group]( "St. Joachim Elementary School Photo - St. Joachim 's Pre-Kindergarten & Kindergarten Extended Day group")
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1964 Orange Ave
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(949) 574-7411
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(949) 574-7411
7.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 272 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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