Very Good
#17 of 207 private schools in AL
Top 8% of private schools
St Benedict Catholic School
Elementary School
12786 ILLINOIS ST, Elberta, AL 36530
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Alabama private schools
#17 of 207
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About St Benedict Catholic School
St Benedict Catholic School is a private elementary school in Elberta, AL. St Benedict Catholic School serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Benedict Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #17 of 207 private schools in AL.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- AL avg 7.4
What Parents Should Know
At 97 students, St Benedict Catholic School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, St Benedict Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Benedict Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Benedict Catholic School compares to the 3 public schools in Elberta, AL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Elberta
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Benedict Catholic School (this school) | 7.9 |
| Elberta Middle School | 8.5 |
| Elberta High School | 5.3 |
| Elberta Elementary School | 8.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
12786 ILLINOIS ST, Elberta, AL 36530
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Benedict Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Orange Beach Elementary School (rated 9.9/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Orange Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is Elberta Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Elsanor School (rated 8.2/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Robertsdale), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Elberta, see our Elberta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elberta High School Elberta | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Elberta Middle School Elberta | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| BEREAN BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Elberta | 0.8 mi | — |
| Elberta Elementary School Elberta | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Foley Middle School Foley | 5.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Foley Elementary School Foley | 5.4 mi | 7.0 |
| SMALL STEPS LEARNING CENTER Foley | 5.5 mi | — |
| Foley High School Foley | 5.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Florence B Mathis Elementary Foley | 5.9 mi | 7.4 |
| SNOOK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Foley | 6.8 mi | 5.6 |
| SNOOK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Foley | 6.8 mi | 4.9 |
| SOUTH BALDWIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gulf Shores | 7.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Orange Beach Elementary School Orange Beach | 8.3 mi | 9.9 |
| Summerdale School Summerdale | 7.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Orange Beach MiddleHigh School Orange Beach | 8.5 mi | — |
| Magnolia School Foley | 8.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Elsanor School Robertsdale | 10.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Swift Elementary School Bon Secour | 10.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Gulf Shores High School Gulf Shores | 10.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Gulf Shores Middle School Gulf Shores | 10.9 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 36530 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,252
Median Home Value
$251,900
Median Rent
$1,093/mo
Population
6,824
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
79.9%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
50
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|---|---|
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Benedict Catholic School
What grades does St Benedict Catholic School serve?
St Benedict Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Benedict Catholic School?
St Benedict Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Benedict Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Benedict Catholic School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Benedict Catholic School rank in AL?
St Benedict Catholic School ranks #17 of 207 private schools in AL.
What is St Benedict Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Benedict Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Benedict Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Benedict Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Benedict Catholic School a religious school?
St Benedict Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 97
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Baldwin County
- Phone
- (251) 709-9861
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