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Maria Regina School is a K to 8 Catholic Elementary school located in the northeast corner of the City of Gardena, County of Los Angeles, California, USA. Maria Regina is a student-centered school dedicated to fostering a love of God, respect for oneself and others, develop an understanding of the Roman Catholic Church, to spread the Good News of Jesus and to provide a safe and nurturing environment for academic learning and spiritual growth.
An emphasis is placed on building a personal relationship with God, through which the whole child is developed.
Quick Facts (2026)
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 258 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Maria Regina School is a K to 8 Catholic Elementary school located
in the northeast corner of the City of Gardena, County of Los
Angeles, California, USA. Maria Regina is a student-centered school
dedicated to fostering a love of God, respect for oneself and
others, develop an understanding of the Roman Catholic Church, to
spread the Good News of Jesus and to provide a safe and nurturing
environment for academic learning and spiritual growth. An emphasis
is placed on building a personal relationship with God, through
which the whole child is developed.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
16219 S Western Avenue Gardena, CA 90247 (310) 532-4850
1.9 miles
Gr: 1-11 | 19 students
School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(2 reviews)
54/12/2020
Maria Regina of Gardena is a wonderful launching pad for leaders. My experience there has prepared me for high school, college, and life. I really appreciate the rigor and dedication to academics and God.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - David
512/11/2012
As an alumni of Maria Regina, I am extremely proud that I had the wonderful opportunity to send my children here. The quality of the Christian-Catholic education they received/are receiving is excellent! The principal is amazing in that she is dedicated to making sure each and every student who graduates from MRS is college-bound! The faculty and staff are dedicated to the task of helping to raise our children to be the future leaders of America! I am grateful to the foundation this school has helped my children establish for their futures, as they are ALL Top Honor students! MRS provides a safe, nurturing environment with a level of discipline that helps our children grow into strong, respectful young adults. I highly recommend MRS to any and all families who are considering a Catholic-Christian school, that is safe and affordable and fun! Thank you, MRS, for continuing to be a top-notch school!
- Posted by Parent - myinb
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Quick Facts (2026)
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 258 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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