Students at St. Therese Academy are learning to live out a Catholic, Christ-centered education.
The administration, faculty, and staff, join with parents as the primary educators, striving to provide students with the opportunity to reach their potential spiritually, academically, socially, and emotionally within the framework of Catholic principles.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,170
- Average class size: 32 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Therese Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1960
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
370 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
32 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Discounts offered for families with more than one child attending.
Summer Program Cost
$200
Summer Program Cost Notes
Weekly program offered during the summer for Preschool and K-8 students.
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
School Notes
- School Motto: St. Therese Academy fosters a faith-filled Catholic Christian community in an environment of academic excellence where students are empowered to realize their full potential.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Therese Academy cost?
St. Therese Academy's tuition is approximately $7,170 for private students and $200 for summer students.
What sports does St. Therese Academy offer?
St. Therese Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Football, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Therese Academy's ranking?
St. Therese Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Therese Academy?
The application deadline for St. Therese Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Therese Academy located?
St. Therese Academy is located in the Del Cerro neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Quick Facts
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San Diego, CA 92115
(619) 582-3862
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