Best Schools in Saint Joseph, Louisiana
1 schools · 1 Other
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Tensas Academy
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Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$103,300
home value · ACS
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$103,300
home value · ACS
Top-Rated Schools in Saint Joseph
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tensas Academy | 8.4 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.4/10
- Median household income
- $46,806
- Median home value
- $103,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Saint Joseph compares
Median household income
$47k
80% of Louisiana median
About Schools in Saint Joseph, Louisiana
Saint Joseph, Louisiana is home to 1 schools, including 0 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span .
The highest-performing school in Saint Joseph is Tensas Academy with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Saint Joseph's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,806. The poverty rate in the area is 21.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tensas Academy
Private
128 students · Pre-K–12th | 8.4 |
Schools in Saint Joseph
Saint Joseph, Louisiana · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$46,806
Median Home Value
$103,300
Median Rent
$725/mo
Population
1,454
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
71%
Poverty Rate
21.7%
Community Profile
Saint Joseph has a median household income of $46,806. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $103,300, with a median rent of $725/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Louisiana
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Saint Joseph, Louisiana
How many schools are in Saint Joseph, Louisiana?
Saint Joseph has 1 schools, including 0 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the top-ranked school in Saint Joseph, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Saint Joseph on MySchoolScout is Tensas Academy with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the education level in Saint Joseph, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Saint Joseph have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Saint Joseph, Louisiana?
The median household income in Saint Joseph is approximately $46,806 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Saint Joseph, Louisiana?
Yes, Saint Joseph has 1 private school alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is Tensas Academy with a score of 8.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Saint Joseph, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Saint Joseph is 5.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Saint Joseph, Louisiana?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Louisiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.