St. Vincent Ferrer School, an academic ministry of St. Vincent Ferrer Church, educates students in grades K-8.
We provide our students with the skills needed to live peacefully in today's society.
We commit ourselves to creating a Catholic environment that promotes kindness, respect, compassion, tolerance, self-worth and academic excellence.
As stewards of the Parish Community, we emphasize and model the importance of responsibility, commitment, cooperation and service towards one another.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,484
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Vincent Ferrer School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1868
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
236 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
48%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
22 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: We teach as Christ did: the Gospel values of love, justice, forgiveness, and service to all.
- St. Vincent Ferrer School, an academic ministry of St. Vincent Ferrer Church, educates students in grades K-8. We provide our students with the skills needed to live peacefully in today's society. We commit ourselves to creating a Catholic environment that promotes kindness, respect, compassion, tolerance, self-worth and academic excellence. As stewards of the Parish Community, we emphasize and model the importance of responsibility, commitment, cooperation and service towards one another.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Vincent Ferrer School cost?
St. Vincent Ferrer School's tuition is approximately $6,484 for private students.
What schools are St. Vincent Ferrer School often compared to?
St. Vincent Ferrer School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Basil's by visitors of our site.
What is St. Vincent Ferrer School's ranking?
St. Vincent Ferrer School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Vincent Ferrer School?
The application deadline for St. Vincent Ferrer School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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