Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,415
- Average class size: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
St. Anselm School
About the School
- St. Anselm School serves 259 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
- The student:teacher of St. Anselm School is 10:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,415
- Average class size: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
St. Anselm School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
259 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
45%
Average Class Size
30 students
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Alexandra Jacobson
Application URL
School Notes
- Founded in 1924, St. Anselm School is a Catholic educational community that emphasizes the spiritual, intellectual, and personal development of our students. We partner with parents to nurture an enthusiasm for lifelong learning and a passion for academic success in a collaborative environment. St. Anselm School encourages awareness of the presence of God in every form of creation, a respect for the dignity of life, and a commitment to service. We expect our students to be mindful citizens, compassionate members of the global community, and technologically responsible.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Anselm School cost?
St. Anselm School's tuition is approximately $8,415 for private students.
What is St. Anselm School's ranking?
St. Anselm School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Anselm School?
The application deadline for St. Anselm School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to St. Anselm School is The Branson School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Irine M Hunt School Of Marin (0.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Ross Preschool (0.6 miles away)
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Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 319 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
39 Fernhill Avenue
Ross, CA 94957
(415) 454-3612
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 40 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Extracurriculars: 6
Daycare / Preschool
14 Lagunitas Road
Ross, CA 94957
(415) 634-7111
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: K-12 | 45 students
Sports: 4
Special Education School
300 Sunny Hills Dr
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 457-3135
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: 2-12 | 44 students
Avg. class size: 4 students
Special Education School
300 Sunny Hills Dr Bldg 6
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 457-7601
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 463 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 42
1600 Mission Avenue
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 453-2808
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 319 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
39 Fernhill Avenue
Ross, CA 94957
(415) 454-3612
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: K-12 | 45 students
Sports: 4
Special Education School
300 Sunny Hills Dr
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 457-3135
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: 2-12 | 44 students
Avg. class size: 4 students
Special Education School
300 Sunny Hills Dr Bldg 6
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 457-7601
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 463 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 42
1600 Mission Avenue
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 453-2808
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: K-12 | 193 students
Alternative School
406 Higuera St
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 541-5765
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: K-12 | 45 students
Sports: 4
Special Education School
300 Sunny Hills Dr
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 457-3135
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: 2-12 | 44 students
Avg. class size: 4 students
Special Education School
300 Sunny Hills Dr Bldg 6
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 457-7601
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: K-12 | 193 students
Alternative School
406 Higuera St
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 541-5765
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 209 students
Sports: 3
Catholic
1100 5th Ave
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 454-4455
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: K-8 | 370 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 5
39 Trellis Drive
San Rafael, CA 94903
(415) 472-8000
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 40 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Extracurriculars: 6
Daycare / Preschool
14 Lagunitas Road
Ross, CA 94957
(415) 634-7111
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 209 students
Sports: 3
Catholic
1100 5th Ave
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 454-4455
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 90 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 2
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
333 Woodland Ave
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 453-4526
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: NS-K | 42 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 4
Montessori School
3 Wellbrock Hts
San Rafael, CA 94903
(415) 472-5622
Distance: 3.0 mi
Gr: NS-6 | 149 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Montessori School
610 Del Ganado Road
San Rafael, CA 94903
(415) 479-7373
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
150 Ross Ave.
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 454-4603
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 454-4603
0.2 miles
Gr: K-5 | 292 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
(Math: 81% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9 Lagunitas Rd.
Ross, CA 94957
(415) 457-2705
Ross, CA 94957
(415) 457-2705
0.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 339 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
(Math: 53% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1327 Sir Francis Drake Blvd.
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 453-8770
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 453-8770
1.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,141 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
(Math: 72% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
75 Happy Ln.
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 485-2440
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 485-2440
1.3 miles
Gr: K-5 | 523 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
(Math: 64% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
800 College Ave.
Greenbrae, CA 94904
(415) 458-5970
Greenbrae, CA 94904
(415) 458-5970
1.4 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 488 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
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