St. Joachim School (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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St. Joachim School

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The mission of St. Joachim School is to create a student centered educational community in which the Christian message and social concerns are integrated.

This mission supports parents as the primary educators of their children.

In a loving and respectful atmosphere, we strive to prepare our students to become responsible Christian citizens who are able to work for a society rooted in love, peace, and justice.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 297 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

297 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 52%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

11 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

27:1

National avg.:

List of Courses Offered

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: Verified school update

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St. Joachim School is often viewed alongside schools like Crossroads Christian School by visitors of our site.

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St. Joachim School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.

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The application deadline for St. Joachim School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 297 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in California is $17,739 for elementary schools and $23,888 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in California is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).