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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Malachy School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
230 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
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 50 other private schools located in South Los Angeles.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Malachy School is Frederick KC Price III Christian Schools (2.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Aloysius Gonzaga School (1.1 miles away)
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