Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
St. Rose-mccarthy Catholic School
About the School
- St. Rose Thomas McCarthy Catholic School, a Christ-centered community of faith, is dedicated to the education of children.
- With parents as primary educators, the faculty and staff facilitate the development of the whole child.
- In line with Church teaching and gospel values, our school instills the expectation for each student to become a committed catholic, concerned citizen, confident communicator, and competent problem solver.
- Our community of believers acts as the foundation for preparing students for life as members of Church, family, civic, economic, and global communities.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
St. Rose-mccarthy Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1917
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
139 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 52%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
2%
Average Class Size
19 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Uniforms
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
This is the base tuition for one child.
% on Financial Aid
5%
Admissions Director
Jim Carpenter
School Notes
- St. Rose Thomas McCarthy Catholic School, an educational ministry of St. Brigid Parish, prepares students to live productive Catholic lives as members of the Church and society.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
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St. Rose-mccarthy Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Hanford Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Rose-mccarthy Catholic School's ranking?
St. Rose-mccarthy Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Rose-mccarthy Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Rose-mccarthy Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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