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#86 of 225 private schools in AZ

Top 38% of private schools

St Agnes Catholic School

Elementary School

2311 E PALM LN, Phoenix, AZ 85006

Private

Enrollment

202

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Arizona private schools

#86 of 225

In Phoenix

#17 of 44

public schools

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St Agnes Catholic School

6.6/10

Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.3/10

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About St Agnes Catholic School

St Agnes Catholic School is a private elementary school in Phoenix, AZ. St Agnes Catholic School serves approximately 202 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Agnes Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #86 of 225 private schools in AZ.

How it comparesOn par with AZ schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

St Agnes 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

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How St Agnes Catholic School compares to 354 public schools serving similar grades in Phoenix, AZ

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
This School
vs
16.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
202
This School
vs
508
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 61.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 15.8% vs 0%
Black 4.5% vs 0%
Asian 1% vs 0%
St Agnes Catholic School Phoenix Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Agnes Catholic School (this school) 6.6
Creighton Virtual Academy 5.8
Excelencia School 5.3
William T Machan Elementary School 3.9
The Creighton Academy 3.2
Whittier Elementary School 5.3
Thomas A Edison School 6.6
Wilson Elementary School 4.5
Wilson Primary School 4.4
Larry C Kennedy School 3.5
Garfield School 4.7
Career Success School - Sage Campus 3.3
Robert L. Duffy High School 2.9
Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix 5.0
Gateway School 3.8
Loma Linda Elementary School 3.6
Papago School 4.0
Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary School 6.2
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori 9.0
Phoenix #1 iAcademy
David Crockett Elementary School 7.0

Showing 20 of 354 schools. View all schools in Phoenix

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 AZ.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,404
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 55%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 202
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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 AZ

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 61.4%
Hispanic 15.8%
Two or More 14.9%
Black 4.5%
Native American 2.5%
Asian 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2311 E PALM LN, Phoenix, AZ 85006

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Agnes Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas A Edison School (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Creighton Virtual Academy (rated 5.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Excelencia School (rated 5.3/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Excelencia School Phoenix 0.4 mi 5.3
Creighton Virtual Academy Phoenix 0.4 mi 5.8
William T Machan Elementary School Phoenix 0.6 mi 3.9
The Creighton Academy Phoenix 0.6 mi 3.2
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE Phoenix 0.9 mi 7.5
HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Phoenix 1.0 mi 6.4
Whittier Elementary School Phoenix 0.9 mi 5.3
Thomas A Edison School Phoenix 1.1 mi 6.6
Wilson Elementary School Phoenix 1.3 mi 4.5
VALIANT COLLEGE PREPARATORY Phoenix 1.3 mi 7.1
Phoenix Union-Wilson College Preparatory Phoenix 1.3 mi 8.2
Larry C Kennedy School Phoenix 1.4 mi 3.5
Robert L. Duffy High School Phoenix 1.5 mi 2.9
Wilson Primary School Phoenix 1.4 mi 4.4
Loma Linda Elementary School Phoenix 1.6 mi 3.6
Career Success School - Sage Campus Phoenix 1.5 mi 3.3
Garfield School Phoenix 1.5 mi 4.7
Gateway School Phoenix 1.5 mi 3.8
Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix Phoenix 1.5 mi 5.0
North High School Phoenix 1.6 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,742

Median Home Value

$376,600

Median Rent

$1,168/mo

Population

22,081

College Educated

26.6%

Homeownership

39.5%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

22.6%

Median Age

33.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Agnes Catholic School

What grades does St Agnes Catholic School serve?

St Agnes Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend St Agnes Catholic School?

St Agnes Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 202 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Agnes Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Agnes Catholic School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Agnes Catholic School rank in AZ?

St Agnes Catholic School ranks #86 of 225 private schools in AZ.

What is St Agnes Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Agnes Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Agnes Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St Agnes 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 Agnes Catholic School a religious school?

St Agnes Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
202
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County

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