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The mission of St. Kieran School, in partnership with parents, is to create an educational environment for the students, which promotes academic excellence and teaches Catholic doctrine, while emphasizing Gospel values.
Christ is the reason for this school, the unseen but ever present teacher in its classes, the model of its faculty, the inspiration of its students.
St. Kieran School's students will be empowered to succeed in the twenty-first century within an environment which provides opportunities for spiritual, academic, physical, moral and cultural growth.
They will develop their full potential, assisted by teachers working in partnership with their parents, who are the primary educators of their children.
The students will proclaim the gospel message, be a part of a caring, worshiping community, perform service and learn to worship God.
The mission of St. Kieran School, in partnership with parents,
is to create an educational environment for the students, which
promotes academic excellence and teaches Catholic doctrine, while
emphasizing Gospel values. Christ is the reason for this school,
the unseen but ever present teacher in its classes, the model of
its faculty, the inspiration of its students. St. Kieran School's
students will be empowered to succeed in the twenty-first century
within an environment which provides opportunities for spiritual,
academic, physical, moral and cultural growth. They will develop
their full potential, assisted by teachers working in partnership
with their parents, who are the primary educators of their
children. The students will proclaim the gospel message, be a part
of a caring, worshiping community, perform service and learn to
worship God.
Saint Kieran''s Catholic School is a top tier educational facility in El Cajon. The principal Dr. Belcher and her teaching staff are the best in town. Both of our daughters have improved and become excellent students through their guidance. I''m very grateful and highly recommend it to others.
- Posted by Parent - Robert Archibald
53/19/2015
St. Kieran is a wonderful school for both academics and character development. The small class sizes make it easier for the kids to get the help they need from their teacher and the teachers are all very dedicated to their students'' success. I have three kids at the school right now and all of their teachers are receptive to their individual needs and check in with me regularly. The principal knows all of the students very well and is very good at working with the students and parents on any concerns they have. The tuition is very reasonable, especially considering the one-on-one attention your kids get. You can tell that the teachers and staff really love their kids and the school community!
- Posted by Parent - sarah
54/25/2013
My daughter has been there since pre-school. To clarify, St. Kieran is K-8 , not k-9. My daughter is completing her 8th grade year. I have watched her grow into an awesome young lady. The education she has received, academically, socially and spiritually has been priceless.
- Posted by Parent - toycr
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Quick Facts (2026)
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 159 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,672
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
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