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

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About the School

Mission of St. Mary Magdalen School is to teach and share the Catholic faith, values, and traditions with our students.
In partnership with the parents we educate our children in the setting of a Christian community.
Our educational program focuses on educating the whole child, spiritually, intellectually, psychologically, physically, socially and culturally.
We provide an education that emphasizes the acceptance of diversity, personal responsibility, the importance of self-respect and respect for others, as well as the Christian commitment to bring Christ to the world in which we live through our call to service.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 321 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

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

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Mary Magdalen School
Kind	67
1	32
2	32
3	30
4	32
5	36
6	32
7	32
8	28

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Year Founded

1954

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Student Body

Total Students

321 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

41%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

16 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

20:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Motto: Landmark of Faith, Character and Academic Excellence

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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What schools are St. Mary Magdalen School often compared to?

St. Mary Magdalen School is often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Valley Christian School by visitors of our site.

What is St. Mary Magdalen School's ranking?

St. Mary Magdalen School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Mary Magdalen School?

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

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5 10/20/2021

The best school ever! I recommend this school because you get the education and support from god that you need! GO EAGLES.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Julianna Barrona

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