At St. Athanasius School, we offer a learning environment where each child can feel safe and comfortable.
Children are taught the difference between right and wrong and are always encouraged to do the right thing.
St. Athanasius is a unique faith-centered school which integrates thinking and believing in ways that encourage intellectual growth, nurture faith, and inspire action.
Children are taught the difference between right and wrong and are always encouraged to do the right thing.
St. Athanasius is a unique faith-centered school which integrates thinking and believing in ways that encourage intellectual growth, nurture faith, and inspire action.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Athanasius Elementary 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
1925
Student Body
Total Students
109 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: The House Of God & Gate Of Heaven
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Athanasius Elementary School's ranking?
St. Athanasius Elementary 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. Athanasius Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Athanasius Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Athanasius Elementary School located?
St. Athanasius Elementary School is located in the North Long Beach neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 4 other private schools located in North Long Beach.
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The nearest high school and elementary school to St. Athanasius Elementary School is Spectrum Center- Long Beach Middle Market Street (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Gethsemane Baptist Christian School (1.0 miles away)
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Holy Innocents Continuation School ![Holy Innocents Continuation School Photo - Integrating technology into the curriculum]( "Holy Innocents Continuation School Photo - Integrating technology into the curriculum")
(Catholic)
2500 Pacific Ave
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 424-1018
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 424-1018
3.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 204 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Miles
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Holy Innocents Continuation School ![Holy Innocents Continuation School Photo - Integrating technology into the curriculum]( "Holy Innocents Continuation School Photo - Integrating technology into the curriculum")
(Catholic)
2500 Pacific Ave
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 424-1018
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 424-1018
3.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 204 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Spectrum Center- Long Beach Middle Market Street
Special Education School
1022 E Market St
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 481-5738
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 481-5738
0.3 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 72 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Gethsemane Baptist Christian School
(Baptist)
6095 Orange Ave
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 422-4206
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 422-4206
1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 84 students
St. Barnabas Parish School
(Catholic)
3980 Marron Ave
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 424-7476
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 424-7476
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 344 students Avg. class size: 27 students Sports: 7 Tuition listed
Oakwood Academy Preschool & Kindergarten
Alternative School
3850 Long Beach Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 426-6264
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 426-6264
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 137 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bixby Oaks Children Center
Daycare / Preschool
3832 Long Beach Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 424-2233
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 424-2233
1.8 miles
Gr: K | 70 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Spectrum Center- Long Beach Middle Market Street
Special Education School
1022 E Market St
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 481-5738
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 481-5738
0.3 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 72 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Gethsemane Baptist Christian School
(Baptist)
6095 Orange Ave
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 422-4206
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 422-4206
1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 84 students
Pacific Baptist School
(Baptist)
3332 Magnolia Ave
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 426-5214
Long Beach, CA 90806
(562) 426-5214
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 114 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Eko Multipurpose Center Inc
Special Education School
403 S Santa Fe Ave
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 537-9083
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 537-9083
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 99 students
Epiphany Academy
Special Education School
302 N Long Beach Blvd
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 885-1469
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 885-1469
3.3 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 30 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Spectrum Center- Long Beach Middle Market Street
Special Education School
1022 E Market St
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 481-5738
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 481-5738
0.3 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 72 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Gethsemane Baptist Christian School
(Baptist)
6095 Orange Ave
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 422-4206
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 422-4206
1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 84 students
St. Barnabas Parish School
(Catholic)
3980 Marron Ave
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 424-7476
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 424-7476
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 344 students Avg. class size: 27 students Sports: 7 Tuition listed
Oakwood Academy Preschool & Kindergarten
Alternative School
3850 Long Beach Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 426-6264
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 426-6264
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 137 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Pancratius Elementary School
(Catholic)
3601 Saint Pancratius Pl
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 634-6310
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 634-6310
2.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 177 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Gethsemane Baptist Christian School
(Baptist)
6095 Orange Ave
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 422-4206
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 422-4206
1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 84 students
St. Barnabas Parish School
(Catholic)
3980 Marron Ave
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 424-7476
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 424-7476
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 344 students Avg. class size: 27 students Sports: 7 Tuition listed
Oakwood Academy Preschool & Kindergarten
Alternative School
3850 Long Beach Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 426-6264
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 426-6264
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 137 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bixby Oaks Children Center
Daycare / Preschool
3832 Long Beach Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 424-2233
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 424-2233
1.8 miles
Gr: K | 70 students
6934 Long Beach Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90805
(213) 884-5733
Long Beach, CA 90805
(213) 884-5733
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 43 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 30% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5320 Pine Ave.
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 428-0202
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 428-0202
0.3 miles
Gr: K-5 | 717 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
(Math: 16% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1022 East Market St.
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 422-2845
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 422-2845
0.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 421 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
(Math: 16% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1100 East Del Amo Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 428-0555
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 428-0555
0.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 418 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
(Math: 32% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5075 Long Beach Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 428-7274
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 428-7274
0.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 662 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
(Math: 15% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5075 Daisy Ave.
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 423-6451
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 423-6451
0.8 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 684 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
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