Every person, as a child of God, regardless of race, condition, or age, has equal dignity and an inalienable right to an education. Therefore, no qualified student will be denied admission to our school on the basis of race, color, or national origin.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Average class size: 26 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Polycarp Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1959
Student Body
Total Students
163 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
94%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
26 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Contact school office. Financial assistance available.
Admissions Associate
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Alter ServersChoir
DanceDrama
SportsStudent Council
School Notes
- CURRICULUM Spiritual: Christian Living, Sacramental Preparation, Christian Service Religion, Social Studies, Fine Arts, Language Arts Science, Mathematics, Physical Education, Liturgical Celebrations, Field Trips,Red Ribbon Week, Holiday Celebrations
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. Polycarp Catholic School offer?
St. Polycarp Catholic School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Volleyball.
What is St. Polycarp Catholic School's ranking?
St. Polycarp Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for St. Polycarp Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Polycarp Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Wakeham Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7772 Chapman Ave.
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Bottom 50%10
8371 Orangewood Ave.
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Ernest O. Lawrence Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
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Top 50%10
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Garden Grove, CA 92841
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