As a church ministry of both the Diocese of Monterey and Saint Patrick's Catholic School, the mission of Saint Patrick Catholic School is to assist and support families in nurturing and developing their children by providing high quality Catholic education and care.
Saint Patrick Catholic School inspires each child's gifts for life-long learning and moral growth through strong basic, yet progressive curriculum and instruction, and through formation in the beliefs, wonders, and traditions of the Catholic faith.
Our academic goals are embraced to help children prepare for life free from ignorance, narrow-mindedness and prejudice, and to become truly oneself with our God.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,499
- Average class size: 23 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Patrick Catholic School/Mercy Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
297 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
35%
Average Class Size
23 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Navy shorts/pants and logo outwear
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Multiple child discounts given for families with mulitple children
Admissions Director
Kim Goodwin
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Robotics Team
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir Program
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Preparing well-rounded students for lifelong success'
- As a church ministry of both the Diocese of Monterey and Saint Patrick's Catholic School, the mission of Saint Patrick's Catholic School is to assist and support families in nurturing and developing their children by providing high quality Catholic education and care. Saint Patrick's Catholic School inspires each child's gifts for life-long learning and moral growth through strong basic, yet progressive curriculum and instruction, and through formation in the beliefs, wonders, and traditions of the Catholic faith. Our academic goals are embraced to help children prepare for life free from ignorance, narrow-mindedness and prejudice, and to become truly oneself with our God.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Patrick Catholic School/Mercy Preschool cost?
St. Patrick Catholic School/Mercy Preschool's tuition is approximately $7,499 for private students.
What sports does St. Patrick Catholic School/Mercy Preschool offer?
St. Patrick Catholic School/Mercy Preschool offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Patrick Catholic School/Mercy Preschool's ranking?
St. Patrick Catholic School/Mercy Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Patrick Catholic School/Mercy Preschool?
The application deadline for St. Patrick Catholic School/Mercy Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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