Below Average
#84 of 89 private schools in AR
St Joseph Catholic School
Elementary School
25 S SPRUCE ST, Paris, AR 72855
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arkansas private schools
#84 of 89
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About St Joseph Catholic School
St Joseph Catholic School is a private elementary school in Paris, AR. St Joseph Catholic School serves approximately 37 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #84 of 89 private schools in AR.
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 37 students, St Joseph 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 9.2:1 students to teachers, St Joseph Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Joseph 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 Joseph Catholic School compares to the 3 public schools in Paris, AR
Student Demographics
All Schools in Paris
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Catholic School (this school) | 4.4 |
| PARIS MIDDLE SCHOOL | 8.1 |
| PARIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.9 |
| PARIS HIGH SCHOOL | 5.2 |
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 AR.
Data Unavailable
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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 AR
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
25 S SPRUCE ST, Paris, AR 72855
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OZARK UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Ozark), which scores notably higher. Another option is COUNTY LINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Branch), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PARIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Paris, see our Paris schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PARIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Paris | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| PARIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Paris | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| PARIS HIGH SCHOOL Paris | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| SUBIACO ACADEMY Subiaco | 5.7 mi | 7.2 |
| OZARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Altus | 10.2 mi | 6.2 |
| MAGAZINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Magazine | 10.5 mi | 6.5 |
| MAGAZINE HIGH SCHOOL Magazine | 10.6 mi | 5.9 |
| WESTSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Coal Hill | 11.3 mi | 5.7 |
| COUNTY LINE HIGH SCHOOL Branch | 10.4 mi | 6.9 |
| WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hartman | 11.9 mi | 7.0 |
| COUNTY LINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Branch | 10.6 mi | 8.1 |
| SCRANTON HIGH SCHOOL Scranton | 11.8 mi | 5.5 |
| SCRANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scranton | 12.0 mi | 7.6 |
| OZARK UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ozark | 15.1 mi | 8.5 |
| ELGIN B MILTON PRIMARY SCHOOL Ozark | 15.1 mi | 6.8 |
| BOONEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Booneville | 14.1 mi | 7.7 |
| BOONEVILLE JR HIGH SCHOOL Booneville | 14.2 mi | 5.9 |
| BOONEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Booneville | 14.9 mi | 4.6 |
| OZARK JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Ozark | 16.4 mi | 5.5 |
| WESTERN YELL CO. HIGH SCHOOL Havana | 17.3 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72855 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,905
Median Home Value
$119,300
Median Rent
$691/mo
Population
6,462
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
77.3%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
43.2
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| ARK. SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND ELEM Little Rock, AR | 4.1 |
| ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Eureka Springs, AR | 4.9 |
| WALNUT FARM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bentonville, AR | 5.6 |
| HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Stuttgart, AR | 5.9 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL & PRESCHOOL Paragould, AR | 5.9 |
| BENTONVILLE SDA SCHOOL Bentonville, AR | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Catholic School
What grades does St Joseph Catholic School serve?
St Joseph Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph Catholic School?
St Joseph Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 37 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Catholic School rank in AR?
St Joseph Catholic School ranks #84 of 89 private schools in AR.
What is St Joseph Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Joseph Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph 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 Joseph Catholic School a religious school?
St Joseph Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 37
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Logan County
- Phone
- (479) 963-2119
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