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School Of Saint Leo The Great

4238 Howe St
Oakland, CA 94611
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The School of Saint Leo the Great is a parish school dedicated to a philosophy of education that works to serve its families in their primary responsibility to educate their children.
We recognize the dignity of each person and the equal right to an education and foster the development of the whole child.
The School of Saint Leo the Great, an educational ministry of the Church of Saint Leo the Great, is a pre-kindergarten to eighth grade Roman Catholic elementary School.
This parochial school serves Oakland and surrounding communities and is open to families of any faith who accept its philosophy and mission.
We work with families in their primary responsibility to educate their children by providing a strong academic curriculum and a rich extracurricular program.
We offer a safe environment and promote age-appropriate religious, social, cultural and physical values.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 235 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,463
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

School Of Saint Leo The Great ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
dyslexia, mild learning differences
Year Founded
1948
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
235 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
School Of Saint Leo The Great Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
95%
Average Class Size
22 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports

School Notes

  • School Motto: Do Your Best and Let God Do the Rest!
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does School Of Saint Leo The Great cost?
School Of Saint Leo The Great's tuition is approximately $10,463 for private students.
What sports does School Of Saint Leo The Great offer?
School Of Saint Leo The Great offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country and Track and Field.
What is School Of Saint Leo The Great's ranking?
School Of Saint Leo The Great ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for School Of Saint Leo The Great?
The application deadline for School Of Saint Leo The Great is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is School Of Saint Leo The Great located?
School Of Saint Leo The Great is located in the Piedmont Avenue neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Piedmont Avenue.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 235 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,463
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Oakland, CA is $23,920 for elementary schools and $23,712 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Oakland, CA is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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