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St. Therese Classical Academy

33 E Micheltorena St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
St. Therese Classical Academy in Santa Barbara, CA serves 20 co–ed udents in grades 5 through 12 within a city neighborhood setting.
The school maintains a 5:1 udent–teacher ratio with 4 teachers supporting a small enrollment size.
Founded with a Catholic religious affiliation, it offers a regular elementary and secondary academic program.
Therese ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for the highe percentage of students of color, with 92.59% diverse enrollment.
Located in the Upper Ea neighborhood, this California K–12 private school provides an option for families seeking education in a small city–based community.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 5-12
  • Enrollment: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Therese Classical Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
20 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
93%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
St. Therese Classical Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
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. Therese Classical Academy?
The application deadline for St. Therese Classical Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Therese Classical Academy located?
St. Therese Classical Academy is located in the Upper East neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 5-12
  • Enrollment: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Santa Barbara, CA is $30,154 for elementary schools and $30,393 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Santa Barbara, CA is 65% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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