St. Elizabeth Seton School in Palo Alto, CA offers co–ed education for grades PK through 8 in a city–based setting.
The school serves 202 udents with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 and an average class size of 27.
Founded with a Catholic religious affiliation,. Elizabeth Seton School is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association.
The udent body reflects high diversity, with 99.43% of students identifying as students of color, ranking the school in the top 20% for diversity among California private schools.
The school enforces a formal dress code and is located in the Crescent Park neighborhood of Palo Alto.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Average class size: 27 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Elizabeth Seton School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
202 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
27 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
School Notes
- School Motto: Eager to Learn, Ready to Serve
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. Elizabeth Seton School offer?
St. Elizabeth Seton School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Dance and Soccer.
When is the application deadline for St. Elizabeth Seton School?
The application deadline for St. Elizabeth Seton School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Elizabeth Seton School located?
St. Elizabeth Seton School is located in the Crescent Park neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA.
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The nearest high school to St. Elizabeth Seton School is Castilleja School (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Tru (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Downtown Palo Alto KinderCare (0.8 miles away)
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