St. Polycarp Catholic School

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 (2025)

  • 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:

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
St. Polycarp Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% 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
ebarisano@rcbo.org

Sports

Total Sports Offered
2 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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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 163 students
  • Average class size: 26 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Orange County, CA is $12,270 for elementary schools and $15,482 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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