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St. Malachy School

1200 E 81st St Los Angeles, CA 90001
Tel: (323) 582-3112
www.saintmalachyschool.com

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 230 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $3,850
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 230 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $3,850
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Affordability
Least expensive tuition
Diversity
Highest percentage of students of color
School History
Oldest founding date

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Religious Affiliation
Catholic
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeSt. Malachy School
Kind58
123
216
322
419
526
617
723
826
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Year Founded
1948
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Student Body

Total Students
230 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$3,850
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Application URL
Online Application

School Notes

  • Over the last 59 years, 1,500 students have graduated and each has left as a lifelong learner, spiritually alive individual, servant leader, responsible decision maker and as a self-driven dreamer.
  • St Malachy School offers planned learning activities appropriate to the childrens age and development that includes science, nature, music, movement, pre-reading, math readiness, dramatic play, social studies, and art activities.
  • Over the last 59 years, 1,500 students have graduated and each has left as a lifelong learner, spiritually alive individual, servant leader, responsible decision maker and as a self-driven dreamer.
  • St Malachy School offers planned learning activities appropriate to the childrens age and development that includes science, nature, music, movement, pre-reading, math readiness, dramatic play, social studies, and art activities.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Malachy School cost?
St. Malachy School's tuition is approximately $3,850 for private students.
What is St. Malachy School's ranking?
St. Malachy School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Malachy School?
The application deadline for St. Malachy School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Malachy School located?
St. Malachy School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 49 other private schools located in South Los Angeles.

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