Academics & Student Life

Faith-Filled Learning from Kindergarten Through 8th Grade

Challenging minds, forming hearts, and preparing every student for what comes next.

Grades K–5

Elementary School

Joyful, confident learners build strong foundations in reading, writing, and math, with about 22 students per class so teachers truly know every child.

  • Reading, writing, and math foundations
  • Hands-on science and technology
  • Character and personal growth
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Foundational Literacy
Phonics, daily reading, and writing that grow confident communicators.
Math & Problem Solving
Number sense and problem solving built step by step, every year.
Science & Technology
Hands-on projects that spark curiosity and discovery.
Faith & Personal Development
Religion class, daily prayer, and character formation in every grade.
Sacramental Preparation
Students prepare for First Communion in 2nd grade.
Two St. Charles elementary students smiling arm in arm
Smiling elementary students in their school cardigans
An elementary student reading at his desk
Kindergarten students proudly holding up their first-day drawings

Grades 6–8

Middle School

Students think critically, communicate clearly, and lead with purpose as they prepare for high school.

  • Applied science and engineering
  • Leadership development
  • High school readiness and guidance
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Applied Science & Engineering
Projects where students design, build, test, and present their ideas.
Leadership Development
Student Council, service projects, and mentoring younger students.
Spiritual Retreats
Time away to grow in faith, friendship, and purpose.
High School Readiness
Guidance for students and families through the high school application process.
Middle school girls flag football players on the field
Middle school students celebrating with their teacher in class
Middle school students building a STEM project
Students playing basketball on the school court

Where Our Graduates Go

Prepared for the Next Step

Our 8th graders leave confident, capable, and ready for San Diego's top Catholic high schools.

99.9%Catholic high school
acceptance rate

See what makes St. Charles different. Visit our campus

  • Cathedral Catholic High School
  • Mater Dei Catholic High School
  • Academy of Our Lady of Peace
  • St. Augustine High School
St. Charles altar servers at Mass

Faith & Service

Faith at the Heart of Every Day

Inspired by the Sisters of Mercy, students learn to pray, celebrate, and serve in every grade.

Prayer & Mass

Daily prayer, religion class, and school Masses throughout the year.

Sacraments & Retreats

Preparation for First Communion in 2nd grade, and spiritual retreats in middle school.

5,000+ Service Hours

Mercy Corps, altar servers, and service projects that put faith into action.

Beyond the Classroom

Student Life

A St. Charles music teacher guiding a student during a piano lesson

Celebrate Culture and Creativity

Students perform, create, and share the cultures that make our community special.

  • Folklórico
  • Hula / Hawaiian Dance
  • Pop / Hip-Hop Dance
  • Piano

Student Stories

Hear It From Our Students

See how St. Charles helps students grow in faith, confidence, and learning.