St. Leander School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 235 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	St. Leander School
Pre-K	19
Kind	21
1	21
2	21
3	20
4	23
5	33
6	23
7	24
8	30

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Grade 5 highest at 33 students, more than any other grade at St. Leander School.

Year Founded

1881

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Student Body

Total Students

235 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

91%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

13 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.: 11:1

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC)
Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA)

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Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

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St. Leander Catholic School, as part of the educational ministry of St. Leander Parish, provides a prekindergarten through eighth grade education serving a culturally and economically diverse population.
Our qualified teachers are committed to preparing students to become lifelong learners, active Christians and responsible citizens.
We empower and support students to achieve academic success, demonstrate a faith in God through prayer and service to others, and work for peace and justice.

St. Leander Catholic School, as part of the educational ministry of St. Leander Parish, provides a prekindergarten through eighth grade education serving a culturally and economically diverse population.
Our qualified teachers are committed to preparing students to become lifelong learners, active Christians and responsible citizens.
We empower and support students to achieve academic success, demonstrate a faith in God through prayer and service to others, and work for peace and justice.

Source: Verified school update

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St. Leander School is often viewed alongside schools like Assumption School by visitors of our site.

What is St. Leander School's ranking?

St. Leander School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Leander School?

The application deadline for St. Leander School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Leander School located?

St. Leander School is located in the Old San Leandro neighborhood of San Leandro, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Old San Leandro.

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The average private school tuition in Alameda County, CA is $21,960 for elementary schools and $23,708 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Alameda County, CA is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).