St. Lucy School

St. Lucy Parish School is a Christian Community, which teaches Catholic values as a way of life.
Together teachers, parents and students pursue the educational mission of the Church in proclaiming the message of the Gospels, fostering the development of community, serving the community in need and coming together in celebration and worship.
St. Lucy Parish School guides its students to develop an appreciation for learning and offers an education of academic excellence.
We recognize our responsibility to create an atmosphere which will maximize each child's potential spiritually, morally, intellectually, physically, psychologically and socially.
St. Lucy Parish School also provides a quality, faith-based Catholic education and community that develops faithful members of the Catholic Church and society.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 200 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1950

Student Body

Total Students
200 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • School Motto: Sharing the Light of Faith and Knowledge
  • School Mascot: Panthers
  • St. Lucy Parish School is a Christian Community, which teaches Catholic values as a way of life. Together teachers, parents and students pursue the educational mission of the Church in proclaiming the message of the Gospels, fostering the development of community, serving the community in need and coming together in celebration and worship. St. Lucy Parish School guides its students to develop an appreciation for learning and offers an education of academic excellence. We recognize our responsibility to create an atmosphere which will maximize each child's potential spiritually, morally, intellectually, physically, psychologically and socially. St. Lucy Parish School also provides a quality, faith-based Catholic education and community that develops faithful members of the Catholic Church and society.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Lucy School's ranking?
St. Lucy 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. Lucy School?
The application deadline for St. Lucy School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Lucy School located?
St. Lucy School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Long Beach, CA.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (5 reviews)
5  
St Lucy school is a great school for a Catholic education. I love that it is small family oriented and is great if you were looking for a Faith based school.
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5  
St. Lucy's School is a good Catholic School. All staffs are very accommodating. They cooperate according to your child's needs. Very helpful also. If you have children that you want to learn ways of the Catholic life, this school will be a great way to start. Location is convenient also for Long Beach, Carson, Wilmington and other nearby Cities.
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5  
My child is new student in this school. She likes her new small school, small group of students per class where the student will get a chance to know each other and teacher is focused on teaching students. I enrolled my child here for faith formation and enjoy her childhood- build friendship with same values and faith aside and high standards in academics.
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5  
Great school in Long Beach!!!Principal and staff are very accommodating when we transferred to this school. A small school and small ratio of students in class where the teacher can focus on each students needs. They use textbooks in each subjects.A healthy , safe environment where my child will enjoy her childhood- build strong friendship , faith and good values.
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5  
Great tk- 8 school. The teachers care about the students. The principal is very involved with having activities for the kids that a fun.
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 200 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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