St. Gregory the Great, a Catholic elementary school serving Scripps Ranch and the surrounding community, offers a faith-based, Christ-centered learning experience that recognizes and appreciates the uniqueness of each child and supports students in developing their God-given gifts and talents.Parents, acknowledged as the primary educators of their children, are supported in this role by a dedicated and caring faculty and staff.
We believe this partnership facilitates consistency between home and school, and is integral to students embracing a faith-filled lifestyle, infused with Catholic values and morals, and allows them to experience success in meeting challenging academic expectations.The administration, faculty, and staff at St.
Gregory the Great Catholic School are committed to the spiritual, intellectual, personal, and interpersonal development of each child, and encourage students to view learning as a life-long process.
We provide a Christian learning environment where students are motivated to recognize, develop, and share their gifts.
A strong commitment to academic excellence drives our instructional program, utilizing both traditional and innovative instructional and learning practices with particular emphasis on ethical use of technology in a rapidly changing world.Our students, the future leaders in a secular society, are challenged and inspired to be conscious of local and global social justice issues.
Embracing stewardship as a way of life, our school community is committed to lives of action, where God's gifts are, "received with gratitude, cultivated responsibly, and shared lovingly with others," (Stewardship: a Disciple's Response, USCCB, 2002).
Opportunities for Christian service are integrated across the curriculum as our students are called to be productive citizens who recognize their ability to make a difference in our world today and in the future.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,592
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Gregory The Great Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
263 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
National avg.: 13:1
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Gregory The Great Catholic School cost?
St. Gregory The Great Catholic School's tuition is approximately $9,592 for private students.
What sports does St. Gregory The Great Catholic School offer?
St. Gregory The Great Catholic School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Football and Volleyball.
What is St. Gregory The Great Catholic School's ranking?
St. Gregory The Great Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Gregory The Great Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Gregory The Great Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Gregory The Great Catholic School located?
St. Gregory The Great Catholic School is located in the Sycamore Estates neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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