St. Anthony Catholic School in Oakland, CA serves co鈥揺d udents from kindergarten through 8th grade in a city鈥揵ased setting within the San Antonio neighborhood.
Founded in 1877, the school is among the olde private schools in California and holds membership in the National Catholic Educational Association.
The school enrolls 163 udents with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 18:1, supported by 9 teaching staff members.
Anthony Catholic School ranks in the top 20% atewide for the highest percentage of students of color, reflecting notable student diversity.
As a Catholic school, it offers a religious鈥揵ased education in a large city community context.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Anthony Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1877
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
163 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Anthony Catholic School's ranking?
St. Anthony Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Anthony Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Anthony Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Anthony Catholic School located?
St. Anthony Catholic School is located in the San Antonio neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to St. Anthony Catholic School is Bayhill High School (1.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Ccyr (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Wee Li'l People Preschool (1.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Ccyr
Special Education School
2440 12th Ave
Oakland, CA 94606
(916) 750-4192
Oakland, CA 94606
(916) 750-4192
0.6 miles
Gr: K-3 | 20 students
Agnes Memorial Christian Academy
(Christian)
2372 International Blvd
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 300-4271
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 300-4271
0.7 miles
Gr: 2-8 | 11 students
Wee Li'l People Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
650 Alma Avenue
Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 433-0288
Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 433-0288
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 36 students
Bayhill High School ![Bayhill High School Photo]( "Bayhill High School Photo")
Special Education School
521 Boden Way
Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 984-0599
Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 984-0599
1.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 82 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cristo Rey De La Salle East Bay High School
(Catholic)
Po Box 7010
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 517-2103
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 517-2103
1.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 272 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Bayhill High School ![Bayhill High School Photo]( "Bayhill High School Photo")
Special Education School
521 Boden Way
Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 984-0599
Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 984-0599
1.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 82 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cristo Rey De La Salle East Bay High School
(Catholic)
Po Box 7010
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 517-2103
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 517-2103
1.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 272 students Tuition listed
Lambo Academy International
Alternative School (Christian)
119 Watkins Station Cir # B
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(415) 754-3889
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(415) 754-3889
1.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 6 students
Patten Academy Of Christian Education ![Patten Academy Of Christian Education Photo]( "Patten Academy Of Christian Education Photo")
(Christian)
2430 Coolidge Ave
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 533-3121
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 533-3121
1.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 169 students Avg. class size: 9 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1910 Central Ave
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 769-7100
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 769-7100
1.5 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 56 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Ccyr
Special Education School
2440 12th Ave
Oakland, CA 94606
(916) 750-4192
Oakland, CA 94606
(916) 750-4192
0.6 miles
Gr: K-3 | 20 students
Agnes Memorial Christian Academy
(Christian)
2372 International Blvd
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 300-4271
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 300-4271
0.7 miles
Gr: 2-8 | 11 students
Da Vinci Center For Gifted Children
Special Program Emphasis
2050 Lincoln Ave
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 219-9410
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 219-9410
1.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 12 students
Patten Academy Of Christian Education ![Patten Academy Of Christian Education Photo]( "Patten Academy Of Christian Education Photo")
(Christian)
2430 Coolidge Ave
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 533-3121
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 533-3121
1.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 169 students Avg. class size: 9 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3245 Sheffield Avenue
Oakland, CA 94602
(510) 534-0800
Oakland, CA 94602
(510) 534-0800
1.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 418 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Wee Li'l People Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
650 Alma Avenue
Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 433-0288
Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 433-0288
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 36 students
3245 Sheffield Avenue
Oakland, CA 94602
(510) 534-0800
Oakland, CA 94602
(510) 534-0800
1.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 418 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Lakeshore Children's Center
Daycare / Preschool
3534 Lakeshore Ave
Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 893-4048
Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 893-4048
1.5 miles
Gr: K | 49 students
Starlite Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
246 14th St
Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 238-8809
Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 238-8809
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 34 students
St. Joseph Elementary School ![St. Joseph Elementary School Photo]( "St. Joseph Elementary School Photo")
(Catholic)
1910 San Antonio Avenue
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 522-4456
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 522-4456
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 297 students Avg. class size: 28 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 29% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
915 Foothill Blvd.
Oakland, CA 94606
(510) 879-2116
Oakland, CA 94606
(510) 879-2116
0.3 miles
Gr: K-5 | 499 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
(Math: 21% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1926 19th Ave.
Oakland, CA 94606
(510) 879-3212
Oakland, CA 94606
(510) 879-3212
0.4 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 512 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
(Math: 18% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1640 22nd Ave.
Oakland, CA 94606
(510) 879-2118
Oakland, CA 94606
(510) 879-2118
0.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 454 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50%)
313 West Winton Ave.
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 670-7602
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 670-7602
0.7 miles
Gr: 10-12 | 175 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
(Math: 33% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1025 East 28th St.
Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 879-2102
Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 879-2102
0.8 miles
Gr: K-5 | 349 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
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