Founded in 1961, Saint Lawrence Elementary and Middle School challenges students from diverse backgrounds to grow academically and emotionally within a supportive Catholic community.
St. Lawrence Elementary and Middle School is excited to offer Dual Language Immersion for our transitional kindergarten (TK) and kindergarten students during the 2023-2024 school year. We will add another grade each school year. For example, in 2024-2025 students in TK, kindergarten, and first grade will be a part of our Dual Language Immersion program.
Our school fosters individuality and active learning, helping children thrive now and in the future. The Elementary and Middle School is a parochial school of Saint Lawrence the Martyr Parish.
Whether you are looking for challenging academics, invigorating faith, inspiring electives, enriching co-curricular activities, safe before and after school care, innovative technology, motivating athletics, a welcoming community or all of these, you`ve come to the right place!
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Yearly Tuition: $13,000
- Acceptance rate: 75%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
84%
State avg.: 51%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$13,000
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess ClubChoir
Drama ClubMad Science
Safety PatrolSports Program
Student Council
School Notes
- School Motto: All Are Welcome
- St. Lawrence Elementary and Middle School is a supportive community of students in grades TK through 8th grade. A staff to student ratio of 17:1 allows for a tailored approach to education and development.
- We, the faculty, staff, and clergy of St. Lawrence Elementary and Middle School, believe in:
- Living Gospel values to develop personal faith within the context of a Catholic community.
- Pursuing academic excellence to prepare students for high school and beyond.
- Challenging students in a nurturing environment to grow academically and emotionally.
- Collaborating with parents, the primary educators of their children.
- Fostering individuality that leads all members toward spiritual growth, wholeness, and a responsibility for self, others, and the environment.
- Saint Lawrence Elementary and Middle School is accredited by the Western Catholic Education Association (WCEA) and by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). The school received the maximum 6 year term of accreditation following the last accreditation visit in the Spring of 2023.All stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, administration, clergy, parents, alumni, parishioners, and community members participate in the accreditation process.Each year the school records progress toward and updates the goals established in the Action Plan for Improving Student Learning.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Lawrence Elementary and Middle School cost?
St. Lawrence Elementary and Middle School's tuition is approximately $13,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Lawrence Elementary and Middle School?
The acceptance rate of St. Lawrence Elementary and Middle School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 80%.
What sports does St. Lawrence Elementary and Middle School offer?
St. Lawrence Elementary and Middle School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for St. Lawrence Elementary and Middle School?
The application deadline for St. Lawrence Elementary and Middle School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Lawrence Elementary and Middle School is Granada Islamic School (2.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Santa Clara Christian School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Monticello Academy - Monroe Campus (0.6 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Monticello Academy - Monroe Campus
Daycare / Preschool
3401 Monroe St
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 261-0494
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 261-0494
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 43 students
3421 Monroe St
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 246-5423
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 246-5423
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 106 students
1500 Partridge Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 247-4400
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(408) 247-4400
1.2 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 537 students Tuition listed
Angels Mont Presch Of Santa Cl
Montessori School
1000 Kiely Boulevard
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 241-8434
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 241-8434
1.3 miles
Gr: K | 27 students
Cabrillo Montessori School
Montessori School
2495 Cabrillo Ave
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 418-3568
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 418-3568
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-3 | 94 students Avg. class size: 30 students Tuition listed
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