St. Pius–. Matthias Academy in Downey, CA, serves 451 udents in grades 9–12 within a Catholic, co–educational suburban setting.
The school maintains a udent–teacher ratio of 15:1 with a faculty of 30 teachers to support its secondary education program.
Founded in 2013, the academy occupies a 17–acre campus offering high school education in the Downey area.
Annual tuition is $11,800, reflecting the co of enrollment in this California private high school.
The udent body includes 26.4% students of color, contributing to the diversity of this Southern California secondary school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,800
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Pius-st. Matthias Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
2013
Colors
Grey, Crimson
School Calendar
Campus Size
17 acres
Student Body
Total Students
451 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,800
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Pride – Virtue – Purpose
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Pius-st. Matthias Academy cost?
St. Pius-st. Matthias Academy's tuition is approximately $11,800 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from St. Pius-st. Matthias Academy?
St. Pius-st. Matthias Academy famous alumni include: .
What is St. Pius-st. Matthias Academy's ranking?
St. Pius-st. Matthias Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Pius-st. Matthias Academy?
The application deadline for St. Pius-st. Matthias Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to St. Pius-st. Matthias Academy is St. Pius X - St. Matthias High School (0.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Raymond School (0.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Rancho Los Amigos Childrens Center (0.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
7851 Gardendale Street
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 861-2271
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 861-2271
0.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 451 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Rancho Los Amigos Childrens Center ![Rancho Los Amigos Childrens Center Photo - Lobby]( "Rancho Los Amigos Childrens Center Photo - Lobby")
Daycare / Preschool
7755 Golondrinas St
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 385-7981
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 385-7981
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 94 students
Rancho Los Amigos KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
7755 Golondrinas St.
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 401-7981
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 401-7981
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Kid Town Usa Preschool-montessori Academy
Daycare / Preschool
13500 Paramount Blvd
South Gate, CA 90280
(562) 630-0400
South Gate, CA 90280
(562) 630-0400
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 139 students
St. Raymond School
(Catholic)
12320 Paramount Blvd
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 862-3100
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 862-3100
0.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 266 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
7851 Gardendale Street
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 861-2271
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 861-2271
0.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 451 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Spectrumcenter Schools Downey
Special Education School
9625 Van Ruiten St
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 904-3571
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 904-3571
2.2 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 55 students
St. John Bosco
All-boys (Catholic)
13640 Bellflower Blvd
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 920-1734
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 920-1734
2.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 756 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Calvary Chapel Christian School ![Calvary Chapel Christian School Photo - middle-school]( "Calvary Chapel Christian School Photo - middle-school")
(Christian)
12808 Woodruff Avenue
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 803-4076
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 803-4076
2.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 776 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Heritage Christian School
(Christian)
8300 Eastern Ave
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
(562) 806-3761
Bell Gardens, CA 90201
(562) 806-3761
2.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 32 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Raymond School
(Catholic)
12320 Paramount Blvd
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 862-3100
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 862-3100
0.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 266 students Tuition listed
Our Lady Of The Rosary School ![Our Lady Of The Rosary School Photo]( "Our Lady Of The Rosary School Photo")
(Catholic)
14813 S. Paramount Blvd
Paramount, CA 90723
(562) 383-5660
Paramount, CA 90723
(562) 383-5660
1.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 230 students Avg. class size: 26 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Philp Neri School
(Catholic)
12522 Stoneacre Avenue
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 638-0341
Lynwood, CA 90262
(310) 638-0341
2.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 220 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
8033 3rd St
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 861-1499
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 861-1499
2.2 miles
Gr: K-5 | 83 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Spectrumcenter Schools Downey
Special Education School
9625 Van Ruiten St
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 904-3571
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 904-3571
2.2 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 55 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Rancho Los Amigos Childrens Center ![Rancho Los Amigos Childrens Center Photo - Lobby]( "Rancho Los Amigos Childrens Center Photo - Lobby")
Daycare / Preschool
7755 Golondrinas St
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 385-7981
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 385-7981
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 94 students
Rancho Los Amigos KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
7755 Golondrinas St.
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 401-7981
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 401-7981
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Kid Town Usa Preschool-montessori Academy
Daycare / Preschool
13500 Paramount Blvd
South Gate, CA 90280
(562) 630-0400
South Gate, CA 90280
(562) 630-0400
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 139 students
10839 La Reina Ave
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 231-4373
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 231-4373
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 55 students
Tower Of Faith Christian Academy
(Pentecostal)
4323 E Rosecrans Avenue
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 632-5555
Compton, CA 90221
(310) 632-5555
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 59 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 24% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
13451 Merkel Ave.
Paramount, CA 90723
(562) 602-8056
Paramount, CA 90723
(562) 602-8056
0.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 491 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8133 Imperial Hwy.
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 904-3578
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 904-3578
0.7 miles
Gr: K-3 | 653 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
(Math: 32% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5511 Century Blvd.
South Gate, CA 90280
(562) 602-8016
South Gate, CA 90280
(562) 602-8016
0.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 794 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8851 East Adoree St.
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 904-3591
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 904-3591
1.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 543 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7285 East Quill Dr.
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 803-6648
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 803-6648
1.2 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 225 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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