Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Private School in Artesia is the only catholic school that serves both City of Artesia and City of Cerritos.
Our Lady of Fatima School is an academic community, rooted in the Catholic faith.
It shares with the parents, who are the primary educators for their children, the educational mission of the Church.
The school integrates Catholic teachings and gospel values of faith, hope, and charity with a strong academic program.
Religious truths and values are cultivated in all subject areas and permeate its many extracurricular activities.
The school's students grow and learn within a caring and faith-filled parish community, and under the guidance of their teachers and parents/guardians, they experience and develop Christian attitudes and behaviors of self-discipline, respect, and responsibility to the community.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Our Lady Of Fatima School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
214 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
96%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Fatima School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Fatima School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 7/6/2015
This school is excellent in academics. The staff are nice and always helpful. Ms. Perez is very helpful in answering all your questions. She's always calm. Each morning when I dropped off my grand daughter she's the first one who will greet you with a smile, she is awesome.
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