ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´

St. Peter Martyr

425 W 4th St Pittsburg, CA 94565

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 188 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,600
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
St. Peter Martyr Photo #1 - School Logo
School location map

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 188 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,600
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Peter Martyr ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
188 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
80%
State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
white polo and navy blue pants

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
1 Child $ 9,600.00 2 Children $ 15,500.00 3 Children $ 19,400.00 4 or More $22,000.000
% on Financial Aid
62%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,750
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 85%
Application URL

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Outdoor Recreation ClubRobotics/Computer Club


Arts and Music Programs:
Choir


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Girls Volleyball

School Notes

  • St. Peter Martyr School is committed to share Christs gospel through education.
  • We will continually strive to provide a safe, healthy, and caring environment for our children where they will be encouraged to develop and understand the dignity of all human beings by sharing the diverse and unique cultures within our community; encourage academic excellence, which will serve as a solid foundation for our childrens lifelong education; create a sense of wonder, mystery, and understanding about Gods creation; recruit and retain faculty and staff who are personally committed to becoming exemplary role models for our children; and encourage all parents to be actively involved in the overall development of our childrens education.
  • St. Peter Martyr School is committed to share Christs gospel through education.
  • We will continually strive to provide a safe, healthy, and caring environment for our children where they will be encouraged to develop and understand the dignity of all human beings by sharing the diverse and unique cultures within our community; encourage academic excellence, which will serve as a solid foundation for our childrens lifelong education; create a sense of wonder, mystery, and understanding about Gods creation; recruit and retain faculty and staff who are personally committed to becoming exemplary role models for our children; and encourage all parents to be actively involved in the overall development of our childrens education.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Peter Martyr cost?
St. Peter Martyr's tuition is approximately $9,600 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Peter Martyr?
The acceptance rate of St. Peter Martyr is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.
What is St. Peter Martyr's ranking?
St. Peter Martyr ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Peter Martyr?
The application deadline for St. Peter Martyr is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

Endorse St. Peter Martyr. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
  • Academic or athletic awards
Endorse this school

Recent Articles

When Your Child Struggles in One ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ Subject
When Your Child Struggles in One ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ Subject
Learn what to do when your child struggles in one private school subject, including identifying causes, working with teachers, evaluating support, tutoring, progress, and next steps effectively.
Is Your Child Challenged or Just Given More Work?
Is Your Child Challenged or Just Given More Work?
Learn how to distinguish meaningful academic rigor from excessive workload by evaluating assignments, feedback, classroom expectations, assessments, and intellectual challenge when comparing private schools for your child.
ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ Extra Help: Evaluating Teacher Access
ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ Extra Help: Evaluating Teacher Access
Learn how to evaluate private school extra-help systems, including teacher availability, scheduling, advising, response times, and access, so your child can receive meaningful academic support when needed most.
School location map

Request Info

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Contra Costa County, CA is $16,505 for elementary schools and $26,633 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Contra Costa County, CA is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

Related School Videos

0:11

0:25

5:21

4:32

Quick Links