The faculty of St. Didacus School views itself as Catholic educators.
In partnership with the parents, we prepare our students to become full and active members of the Catholic Church, to serve others and to make a difference in the world.
Recognizing Christ as the foundation of the whole educational process, we uphold the norms of the gospel as our educational norms.
All of us at St. Didacus desire to make this a true community of faith which is living, conscious, and active.
Cognizant of the treasury of our God-given talents, accepting one another's strengths and weaknesses, we strive to provide a climate conducive to the total formation of the child with respect to his/her ultimate goal as a Catholic.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Didacus School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
265 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Builder's Club - Kiwanis, choir, Girl Scouts, piano
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Didacus School often compared to?
St. Didacus School is often viewed alongside schools like Santa Rosa De Lima Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Didacus School?
The acceptance rate of St. Didacus School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What sports does St. Didacus School offer?
St. Didacus School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Softball and Volleyball.
What is St. Didacus School's ranking?
St. Didacus School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Didacus School?
The application deadline for St. Didacus School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 2/20/2022
Fantastic program for both religious education and an advanced academic curriculum. Last few years, the school has improved and made huge steps towards becoming the hidden gem in the valley. I recommend if you are looking and school searching, it is a must to take a tour. Sports have been upgraded and have been another team-building effort to help teach our children and help them learn the importance of discipline and integrity.
5 4/14/2013
I''ve been involved in the school for quite some time now, and have nothing but good things to say. My daughter graduated 2 yrs. ago and my Son is currently in 5thh grade, The teachers are awesome, and the administraters are extremely caring.
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