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St. Mel School

4745 Pennsylvania Ave
Fair Oaks, CA 95628

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Tel: (916) 967-2814

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St. Mel Elementary School embodies the teachings, values and beliefs of the Catholic Church.

We serve our mission by providing a compassionate, nurturing atmosphere in which students develop a solid moral character, realize their fullest potential and share their gifts with others.

All that we do is rooted in love, the teachings of Jesus Christ, prayer and Eucharistic celebrations.

St. Mel Elementary School recognizes that parents have the primary responsibility to educate their children.

In partnership with them and the larger St. Mel community, the faculty and staff endeavor to develop all students' spiritual, academic, social, emotional, physical, and potential.

Students emerge from St. Mel Elementary School well prepared for their next step as active Catholics and contributing members of their community.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 325 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,100
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other special emphasis association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1959

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

325 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

40%

State avg.: 51%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

28 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,100

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Application URL

Online Application

Source: Verified school update

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How much does St. Mel School cost?

St. Mel School's tuition is approximately $7,100 for private students.

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St. Mel School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.

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

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 325 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,100
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Sacramento County, CA is $10,093 for elementary schools and $13,478 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Sacramento County, CA is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).