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St. Rose-mccarthy Catholic School

1000 N Harris St Hanford, CA 93230

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 139 students
  • Average class size: 19 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • St. Rose Thomas McCarthy Catholic School, a Christ-centered community of faith, is dedicated to the education of children.
  • With parents as primary educators, the faculty and staff facilitate the development of the whole child.
  • In line with Church teaching and gospel values, our school instills the expectation for each student to become a committed catholic, concerned citizen, confident communicator, and competent problem solver.
  • Our community of believers acts as the foundation for preparing students for life as members of Church, family, civic, economic, and global communities.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 139 students
  • Average class size: 19 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

St. Rose-mccarthy Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

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Attribute
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1917
Summer School Offered
Yes
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Student Body

Total Students
139 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
2%
Average Class Size
19 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
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Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
This is the base tuition for one child.
% on Financial Aid
5%
Admissions Director
Jim Carpenter

School Notes

  • St. Rose Thomas McCarthy Catholic School, an educational ministry of St. Brigid Parish, prepares students to live productive Catholic lives as members of the Church and society.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is St. Rose-mccarthy Catholic School's ranking?
St. Rose-mccarthy Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Rose-mccarthy Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Rose-mccarthy Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in California is $17,768 for elementary schools and $23,881 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in California is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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