Since its founding is 1954, St. Ignatius Parish School has served the families of St. Ignatius Parish and the surrounding community.
The school flourishes with a qualified and dedicated lay faculty, a policy-making school board, and the presence of the Jesuit fathers.
St. Ignatius Parish School is a Roman Catholic elementary school that actively strives to "Teach as Jesus Taught" by making the shared faith a dynamic part of the life of each student.
In the tradition of its patron, St. Ignatius of Loyola, the Catholic educational process at St. Ignatius School is committed to the development of the whole person.
It addresses the moral, intellectual, spiritual, emotional, social, and physical growth of the students in an atmosphere that integrates faith and values into the life and culture of the community.
Serving first the families of St. Ignatius Parish, and serving other families whenever possible, St. Ignatius School provides a quality Catholic educational experience for its students.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Ignatius Parish 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
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
441 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
34:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Since its founding is 1954, St. Ignatius Parish School has served the families of St. Ignatius Parish and the surrounding community. The school flourishes with a qualified and dedicated lay faculty, a policy-making school board, and the presence of the Jesuit fathers. St. Ignatius Parish School is a Roman Catholic elementary school that actively strives to "Teach as Jesus Taught" by making the shared faith a dynamic part of the life of each student. In the tradition of its patron, St. Ignatius of Loyola, the Catholic educational process at St. Ignatius School is committed to the development of the whole person. It addresses the moral, intellectual, spiritual, emotional, social, and physical growth of the students in an atmosphere that integrates faith and values into the life and culture of the community. Serving first the families of St. Ignatius Parish, and serving other families whenever possible, St. Ignatius School provides a quality Catholic educational experience for its students.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Ignatius Parish School's ranking?
St. Ignatius Parish School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Ignatius Parish School?
The application deadline for St. Ignatius Parish School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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