St. Mel School
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 Stats (2021)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Students: 251 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
251 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 48%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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PK-12
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Grades: K-12 | 411 students 1.4 miles 3750 Bannister Rd
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Fair Oaks, CA 95628
(916) 860-2518
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K-12
411
Grades: NS-8 | 159 students 2.6 miles 5010 Hazel Ave
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
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Fair Oaks, CA 95628
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(916) 967-6565
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NS-8
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