Saint Paschal Baylon School is a Catholic elementary school supported by Saint Paschal Baylon Parish.
The primary purpose of the school is to serve parishioners of the parish who sincerely wish to have their children educated in the Catholic faith and tradition.
Active supporting members of the parish have priority registering their children for enrollment.
Saint Paschal Baylon School is a Catholic community of faith dedicated to educating students in grades K-8 according to the curriculum prescribed by the Department of Catholic Schools of Los Angeles and provided by the State of California.
SPBS is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and by the Western Catholic Educators Association.
We believe in providing daily experiences for students to grow in a personal relationship with Jesus, as they learn and practice their Catholic faith and to create a Christian atmosphere wherein teachers and students relate to one another with respect.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
149 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
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 St. Paschal Baylon School?
The application deadline for St. Paschal Baylon School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Paschal Baylon School located?
St. Paschal Baylon School is located in the Sequoyah neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Sequoyah.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Paschal Baylon School is Bishop Odowd High School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Light Islamic Academy (0.9 miles away)
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Grades
Students
Grades: 9-12 | 1,248 students 0.6 miles 9500 Stearns Avenue
Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 577-9100
Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 577-9100
0.6
9-12
1,248
Light Islamic Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Islamic)
Grades: PK-12 | 140 students 0.9 miles 9857 Macarthur Blvd
Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 712-1000
Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 712-1000
0.9
PK-12
140
Sequoyah Community School
Daycare / Preschool (Assembly of God)
Grades: PK-K | 71 students 1.1 miles 4292 Keller Avenue
Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 632-3481
Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 632-3481
1.1
PK-K
71
Grades: PK-8 | 112 students 1.5 miles 8924 Holly St
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 632-8230
Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 632-8230
1.5
PK-8
112
Grades: 3-12 | 27 students 2 miles 19234 LAKE CHABOT RD
San Leandro, CA 94577
(510) 300-6290
San Leandro, CA 94577
(510) 300-6290
2
3-12
27
School Reviews
5 6/23/2023
Five stars as I was raised at this school. Great education and safe environment. I graduated in 1972. After 8 years at this school. I miss my former teachers and classmates.
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