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St. Michaels School

1027 W 87th Street Los Angeles, CA 90044

Tel: (323) 752-6101

www.stmichaelguardians.org

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 288 students
Yearly Tuition: $3,000
Average class size: 29 students
Application Deadline: Mar. 26 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

St. Michaels School Photo #1 - St. Michael's is a small school with a family feel where students grow academically, socially, and spiritually.

St. Michaels School Photo #2 - St. Michael's School is a safe and nurturing environment for children in Transitional Kindergarten through 8th grade.

St. Michaels School Photo #3 - Students learn what it means to be Christian through classroom instruction, weekly Mass attendance, and service project participation. We educate students in the Dominican tradition.

St. Michaels School Photo #4 - Students use in-class devices with online academic programs to help differentiate learning.

St. Michaels School Photo #5 - Students form lifelong friendships through their years at St. Michael's School.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 288 students
Yearly Tuition: $3,000
Average class size: 29 students
Application Deadline: Mar. 26 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Education Association
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Michaels School
Kind	68
1	30
2	30
3	25
4	20
5	28
6	40
7	23
8	24

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Year Founded

1903

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

288 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

99%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

29:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

30%

Average Class Size

29 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniform required

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Mar. 26 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$3,000

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Tuition Notes

Tuition assistance is available and need-based. We encourage every family to complete a CEF application to receive tuition assistance. Their deadline is in March.

% on Financial Aid

95%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,000

Admissions Director

Alexandra Carver

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballFlag Football

SoccerVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

ChorusStudent Council

Club or Organization:

Academic DecathlonArts and Crafts

DanceService Club

Writers Workshop

School Notes

St. Michael`s Catholic School educates the whole child: intellectually, spiritually, emotionally, and physically.
Our curriculum is designed to meet and exceed the standards established under state law and the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.
Our school is a Blended Learning school that uses the rotational model of instruction.
St. Michael has continued to receive accreditation from the Western Catholic Educational Association since 1903.
Teachers have classroom aides in grades TK-2.
We are departmentalized in grades 2-8.

St. Michael`s is a small school with a family atmosphere. Our school is a safe oasis for children where their love of learning and their faith are nurtured. We have a passionate and motivated group of educators who look forward to working with families to provide a solid foundation for student success.

We are pleased to provide these programs and activities:

Blended Learning in TK-8th grades using in-class devices with online educational programs in multiple subjects
Vocal & instrumental Music with Education Through Music-LA
Regular STEAM project-based learning challenges with hands-on science
Art Trek
Physical Education classes
Low-cost after school daycare
Free counseling program for students
Numerous free and low-cost after school extracurricular activities, such as: sports, tutoring, academic decathlon, dance, etc.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Michaels School cost?

St. Michaels School's tuition is approximately $3,000 for private students.

What sports does St. Michaels School offer?

St. Michaels School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.

What is St. Michaels School's ranking?

St. Michaels School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Michaels School?

The application deadline for St. Michaels School is Mar. 26 / rolling (applications are due on Mar. 26 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is St. Michaels School located?

St. Michaels 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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The average private school tuition in Los Angeles, CA is $19,430 for elementary schools and $25,856 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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