Very Good
#22 of 89 private schools in AR
Top 24% of private schools
St Joseph Catholic School
Elementary School
1722 N STARR DR, Fayetteville, AR 72701
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arkansas private schools
#22 of 89
In Fayetteville
#3 of 5
public schools
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St Joseph Catholic School
Elementary School in Fayetteville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph Catholic School
St Joseph Catholic School is a private elementary school in Fayetteville, AR. St Joseph Catholic School serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #22 of 89 private schools in AR.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
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.
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BetaHow St Joseph Catholic School compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Fayetteville, AR
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Catholic School (this school) | 7.1 |
| MCNAIR MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.9 |
| VANDERGRIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.8 |
| ROOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| BUTTERFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| HAPPY HOLLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| FAYETTEVILLE VIRTUAL ACADEMY DISTRICT CONVERSION CHARTER SCH | 8.9 |
| WOODLAND JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 8.6 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.0 |
| LEVERETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| ASBELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.7 |
| RAMAY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| HOLCOMB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.2 |
| HOLT MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| OWL CREEK SCHOOL | 6.5 |
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.
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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
1722 N STARR DR, Fayetteville, AR 72701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VANDERGRIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE HILL SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fayetteville, see our Fayetteville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,413
Median Home Value
$323,900
Median Rent
$973/mo
Population
48,964
College Educated
42.5%
Homeownership
44.2%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
28.3%
Median Age
24.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BONNEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith, AR | 7.1 |
| LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Little Rock, AR | 7.1 |
| LEVERETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fayetteville, AR | 7.1 |
| MAMMOTH SPRING ELEM. SCHOOL Mammoth Spring, AR | 7.1 |
| MARMADUKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Marmaduke, AR | 7.1 |
| THE ANTHONY SCHOOL Little Rock, AR | 7.1 |
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 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School is 11.1:1. 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 #22 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 7.1 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
- 313
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Washington County
- Phone
- (479) 442-4554
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