St. Rose School

St. Rose School in Roseville, CA, serves 288 co–ed udents from kindergarten through eighth grade in a midsize city neighborhood.
Founded in 1965, this California K–8 private school has a Catholic religious affiliation and follows a formal dress code.
The school maintains a udent–teacher ratio of 18:1 with 16 teachers, 75% of whom have advanced degrees, and an average class size of 35.
Annual tuition is $4,935, with 20% of udents receiving financial aid averaging $1,130, and an acceptance rate of 90%.
Rose School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for affordability and total udent enrollment.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 288 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,935
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 35 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Rose School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

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Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1965
Last Day of School
Fri. May 29, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
288 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
St. Rose School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
35 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,130
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 82%
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Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Advanced Hand & Chime BellsBeginning Hand & Chime Bells
Jr. ChorusSr. Chorus

School Notes

  • School Motto: St. Rose School Exists to Bring our Catholic Faith to Life
  • School Mascot: Cougars
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Rose School cost?
St. Rose School's tuition is approximately $4,935 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Rose School?
The acceptance rate of St. Rose School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What sports does St. Rose School offer?
St. Rose School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Rose School's ranking?
St. Rose School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Rose School?
The application deadline for St. Rose School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Rose School located?
St. Rose School is located in the Hillcrest neighborhood of Roseville, CA.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 288 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,935
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 35 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Placer County, CA is $8,652 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Placer County, CA is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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