Our Mother of Good Counsel School is a co-ed elementary school with small class sizes.
Class sizes average 15 students per class. Our Mother of Good Counsel School's mission is to promote the growth of Faith in Christ, Academic Excellence, and Responsible Citizenship.
The school was founded in 1933 and has many prestigious alum including a State Assemblyman, a tennis pro, top female Lincoln-Douglas debator and more.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,400
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 9 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Our Mother Of Good Counsel School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1933
Student Body
Total Students
76 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
49%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
9 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
blue pants or plaid skirt/skort and white/blue polo
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Multi-student discount
% on Financial Aid
30%
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
After School Enrichment Classes
Club or Organization:
Altar Serving, Student Government
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir
Club or Organization:
Altar Serving, Student Government
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir
School Notes
- Our Mother of Good Counsel School educates the whole child. With a foundation in faith and character development and small class sizes, students recevie the differentiation and support they individually need. Our school offers a comprehensive curriculum along with additional curricular classes in Spanish, Music, Art, PE, Theater, and Choir. Our students generally continue on to Catholic High Schools including Loyola, Immaculate Heart, Providence, Notre Dame, Mayfield, St. Francis and more. We are a Community of Faith and Excellence.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Our Mother Of Good Counsel School cost?
Our Mother Of Good Counsel School's tuition is approximately $9,400 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Our Mother Of Good Counsel School?
The acceptance rate of Our Mother Of Good Counsel School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What sports does Our Mother Of Good Counsel School offer?
Our Mother Of Good Counsel School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Our Mother Of Good Counsel School's ranking?
Our Mother Of Good Counsel School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Our Mother Of Good Counsel School?
The application deadline for Our Mother Of Good Counsel School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Our Mother Of Good Counsel School located?
Our Mother Of Good Counsel School is located in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 52 other private schools located in Central LA.
School Calendar
View the Our Mother Of Good Counsel School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of School 12:00 PM Dismissal
June 13, 2025 (Friday)
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Our Mother Of Good Counsel School is Rose & Alex Pilibos Armenian School (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is International School Of Los Angeles - Los Feliz (0.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Creative Angels Preschool And Kindergarden (0.7 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Creative Angels Preschool And Kindergarden
Montessori School
Grades: K | 24 students 0.7 miles 1725 N Mariposa Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 660-9934
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 660-9934
0.7
K
24
Grades: NS-5 | 424 students 0.7 miles 4155 Russell Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 665-4526
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 665-4526
0.7
NS-5
424
Rose & Alex Pilibos Armenian School
(Christian)
Grades: K-12 | 865 students 0.8 miles 1615 N Alexandria Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 668-2661
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 668-2661
0.8
K-12
865
Grades: 6-12 | 729 students 1.1 miles 5515 Franklin Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 461-3651
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 461-3651
1.1
6-12
729
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