St. Paschal Baylon School

3710 Dorisa Avenue Oakland, CA 94605
www.northernlightschool.com

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 149 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $20,000
  • Acceptance rate: 99%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • Saint Paschal Baylon School is a Catholic elementary school supported by Saint Paschal Baylon Parish.
  • The primary purpose of the school is to serve parishioners of the parish who sincerely wish to have their children educated in the Catholic faith and tradition.
  • Active supporting members of the parish have priority registering their children for enrollment.
  • Saint Paschal Baylon School is a Catholic community of faith dedicated to educating students in grades K-8 according to the curriculum prescribed by the Department of Catholic Schools of Los Angeles and provided by the State of California.
  • SPBS is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and by the Western Catholic Educators Association.
  • We believe in providing daily experiences for students to grow in a personal relationship with Jesus, as they learn and practice their Catholic faith and to create a Christian atmosphere wherein teachers and students relate to one another with respect.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 149 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $20,000
  • Acceptance rate: 99%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1989
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
IMPOSSIBLE IS NOTHING!

Student Body

Total Students
149 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 85%
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School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Alicia Lundgren - Performs with the Metropolitan Opera and has taken the stage at Radio City Music Hall as a Rockette. -
    • Avi'tal Wilson-Perteete - Received a Division 1 Track and Field scholarship for college at The University of Las Vegas. -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Paschal Baylon School cost?
St. Paschal Baylon School's tuition is approximately $20,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Paschal Baylon School?
The acceptance rate of St. Paschal Baylon School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.
Who are famous alumni from St. Paschal Baylon School?
St. Paschal Baylon School famous alumni include: Alicia Lundgren - Performs with the Metropolitan Opera and has taken the stage at Radio City Music Hall as a Rockette. and Avi'tal Wilson-Perteete - Received a Division 1 Track and Field scholarship for college at The University of Las Vegas..
When is the application deadline for St. Paschal Baylon School?
The application deadline for St. Paschal Baylon School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Paschal Baylon School located?
St. Paschal Baylon School is located in the Sequoyah neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Sequoyah.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
5  
Quality education and attentive staff, with a peaceful environment Sid Bobe trained several times by Mr. Munsenmeir, well deserved, no doubt! basketball team was fun and educational. Class of 77 .
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Five stars as I was raised at this school. Great education and safe environment. I graduated in 1972. After 8 years at this school. I miss my former teachers and classmates.
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The average private school tuition in Oakland, CA is $24,019 for elementary schools and $20,458 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Oakland, CA is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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