St. Jude Mission School in San Jacinto, CA, serves 14 udents in grades 1 through 5 within a rural community setting.
The school maintains a udent–teacher ratio of 7:1, supported by 2 teachers in a co–ed, Catholic elementary program.
Jude Mission School has a udent body that is 100 percent students of color, ranking it among the top 20 percent in California for diversity.
Located in Riverside County,. Jude Mission School provides an option for families seeking a small rural California K–5 private school setting.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Jude Mission School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Student Body
Total Students
14 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Jude Mission School?
The application deadline for St. Jude Mission School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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