Saint Raphael School, established in 1889 as part of the Saint Raphael parish community, fosters a Catholic faith that gives meaning and direction to life, challenges and guides our students to pursue academic excellence, and instills within them a spirit of service to God and others.
Saint Raphael School is located in the heart of downtown San Rafael. We are a community steeped in Catholic tradition while dedicated to addressing intellectual, social and spiritual challenges. We celebrate diversity and inclusiveness in a warm and welcoming school community for students Preschool through 8th grade. Saint Raphael School welcomes students of all religious, ethnic backgrounds, race and color. We celebrate our differences and unite as friends and family. Saint Raphael School is a fully accredited Catholic elementary school located in the heart of downtown San Rafael, adjacent to the Church and historic Mission. The school, Pre-School, Kindergarten through eighth grade, is part