St. Dominic Elementary School (Top Ranked Private School for 2025)

935 E 5th St
Benicia, CA 94510

The people of God at St. Dominic's Parish together with their pastor, declare that our purpose is to carry out the mission of Jesus Christ by coordinating, encouraging and promoting apostolic activities within the Parish and the Universal Church.

The Pastoral Council provides leadership, direction and unity in the spiritual development of the Parish.

Quick Stats (2025)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 322 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,000
Acceptance rate: 85%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Year Founded

1854

School Calendar

View School Calendar

First Day of School

Fri. Aug 15, 2025

Student Body

Total Students

322 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

44%

State avg.: 51%

Students by Grade

St. Dominic Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

15 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

21:1

National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,000

View national tuition avg.

Acceptance Rate

85%

National avg.: 81%

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

The people of God at St. Dominic's Parish together with their pastor, declare that our purpose is to carry out the mission of Jesus Christ by coordinating, encouraging and promoting apostolic activities within the Parish and the Universal Church. The Pastoral Council provides leadership, direction and unity in the spiritual development of the Parish.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Class of 2000, Award-winning Author -

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Dominic Elementary School cost?

St. Dominic Elementary School's tuition is approximately $8,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Dominic Elementary School?

The acceptance rate of St. Dominic Elementary School is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

Who are famous alumni from St. Dominic Elementary School?

St. Dominic Elementary School famous alumni include: John Doe, Class of 2000, Award-winning Author.

What is St. Dominic Elementary School's ranking?

St. Dominic Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Dominic Elementary School?

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

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