Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,025
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Ascension Catholic School
About the School
- As educators at Ascension Catholic School, our mission is to enable students to realize their spiritual, intellectual, and social potential.
- We provide our students with a peaceful learning environment and a strong Catholic community.
- We teach our students to appreciate the value of education, the importance of faith, and to prepare themselves for their future.
- We, as Catholic educators, recognize our responsibility to the students and parents.
- We believe the parents to be the primary educators of their children, and further believe the school, home, and church must work together for students to reach their full potential.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,025
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Ascension Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Diversity
School History
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
252 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
97%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
uniforms required everyday
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition rates are negotiable. Bring all financial documents to school office so school administration can assess affordability.
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ascension Catholic School cost?
Ascension Catholic School's tuition is approximately $3,025 for private students.
What sports does Ascension Catholic School offer?
Ascension Catholic School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Ascension Catholic School's ranking?
Ascension Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Ascension Catholic School?
The application deadline for Ascension Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Ascension Catholic School located?
Ascension Catholic School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 49 other private schools located in South Los Angeles.
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School Reviews
5 5/12/2015
Ascension is one of the only elementary schools in Los Angeles with a free Music Program. It gives free guitar and piano lessons to children in good academic standing. Music is proven to help math skills, improve self-esteem, and help kids process emotions.
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