Excellent
#3 of 89 private schools in AR
Top 2% of private schools
St Joseph School
School
415 HARKRIDER ST, Conway, AR 72032
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arkansas private schools
#3 of 89
In Conway
#1 of 4
public schools
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About St Joseph School
St Joseph School is a private school in Conway, AR. St Joseph School serves approximately 419 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #3 of 89 private schools in AR.
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- AR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 6.5:1 students to teachers, St Joseph School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Joseph 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 School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Conway, AR
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph School (this school) | 8.7 |
| CONWAY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| IDA BURNS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| CONWAY HIGH SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| BOB COURTWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.5 |
| THEODORE JONES ELEM. SCHOOL | 4.4 |
| CARL STUART MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| MARGUERITE VANN ELEM. SCHOOL | 3.4 |
| RAY/PHYLLIS SIMON MIDDLE SCHOO | 7.0 |
| PRESTON & FLORENCE MATTISON ELEM. SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| ELLEN SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.2 |
| JULIA LEE MOORE ELEM. SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| JIM STONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| CAROLYN LEWIS ELEMENTARY SCHOO | 8.1 |
| RUTH DOYLE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 8.5 |
| WOODROW CUMMINS ELEMENTARY SCH | 7.0 |
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
415 HARKRIDER ST, Conway, AR 72032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph School may also want to explore other schools in the area. COMPASS ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, CONWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Conway, see our Conway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Conway | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| SALLIE CONE PRESCHOOL Conway | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| CONWAY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Conway | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| IDA BURNS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Conway | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| COMPASS ACADEMY Conway | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| CONWAY HIGH SCHOOL Conway | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| BOB COURTWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Conway | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| THEODORE JONES ELEM. SCHOOL Conway | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| CARL STUART MIDDLE SCHOOL Conway | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| MARGUERITE VANN ELEM. SCHOOL Conway | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| RAY/PHYLLIS SIMON MIDDLE SCHOO Conway | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| ELLEN SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Conway | 2.3 mi | 3.2 |
| PRESTON & FLORENCE MATTISON ELEM. SCHOOL Conway | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| CONWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Conway | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| JULIA LEE MOORE ELEM. SCHOOL Conway | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| JIM STONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Conway | 3.5 mi | 4.6 |
| CAROLYN LEWIS ELEMENTARY SCHOO Conway | 4.1 mi | 8.1 |
| RUTH DOYLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Conway | 4.6 mi | 8.5 |
| WOODROW CUMMINS ELEMENTARY SCH Conway | 4.9 mi | 7.0 |
| GREENBRIER SPRINGHILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenbrier | 6.7 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,452
Median Home Value
$183,200
Median Rent
$976/mo
Population
35,120
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
61.4%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
32.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| STRONG-HUTTIG SCHOOLS Strong, AR | 7.9 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Conway, AR | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph School
What grades does St Joseph School serve?
St Joseph School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend St Joseph School?
St Joseph School has an enrollment of approximately 419 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph School rank in AR?
St Joseph School ranks #3 of 89 private schools in AR.
What is St Joseph School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph 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 School a religious school?
St Joseph School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 419
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Faulkner County
- Phone
- (501) 327-1204
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