St. Isabella School

Saint Isabella Parish School is committed to providing an education that challenges students to live out the Catholic faith in service to the parish and wider community.
We provide a solid foundation for the spiritual, psychological and academic development of our students.
The philosophy and values of St. Isabella School call us to provide an outstanding education which integrates the teaching of Jesus, and the gospel values into every aspect of the intellectual, physical, emotional, social, and most importantly, spiritual growth of each child.
We encourage our students to discover and to develop their God-given gifts; to become people of character with a love for learning and a zest for life.
We foster leadership, community and service, while providing a challenging academic program in a nurturing environment.
As we journey forward in the twenty-first century, we adapt to new challenges and reassess our curriculum in light of solid educational research while retaining our commitment to excellence in Catholic education.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 234 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $12,322
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1962
Campus Size
3 acres

Student Body

Total Students
234 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
St. Isabella School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
22 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Isabella School cost?
St. Isabella School's tuition is approximately $12,322 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Isabella School?
The acceptance rate of St. Isabella School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
When is the application deadline for St. Isabella School?
The application deadline for St. Isabella School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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School Reviews

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St. Isabella provides an excellent education for young people, offering a challenging and well-rounded curriculum with energetic, student-centered teachers. We have amazing children's choirs and an award-winning Debate Club. The after-care is well-supervised, very flexible and reasonably-priced. Our son loves staying after school.
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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 234 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $12,322
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in San Rafael, CA is $28,797 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in San Rafael, CA is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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