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#144 of 225 private schools in AZ
St Charles Apache Mission School
Elementary School
355 SAN CARLOS AVE, San Carlos, AZ 85550
Enrollment
126
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
126
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#144 of 225
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St Charles Apache Mission School
Elementary School in San Carlos · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Charles Apache Mission School
St Charles Apache Mission School is a private elementary school in San Carlos, AZ. St Charles Apache Mission School serves approximately 126 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Charles Apache Mission School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #144 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 126 students, St Charles Apache Mission 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.
St Charles Apache Mission 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 Charles Apache Mission School compares to the 4 public schools in San Carlos, AZ
All Schools in San Carlos
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Charles Apache Mission School (this school) | 5.8 |
| Rice Elementary School | 7.1 |
| San Carlos Middle School | 5.0 |
| San Carlos High School | 7.4 |
| San Carlos Alternative High School | — |
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 AZ.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
355 SAN CARLOS AVE, San Carlos, AZ 85550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Charles Apache Mission School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Destiny School (rated 8.4/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Globe), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rice Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mt. Turnbull Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 26.5 miles away, in nearby Bylas), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Carlos, see our San Carlos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 31.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rice Elementary School San Carlos | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| San Carlos Middle School San Carlos | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Biyaagozhoo Center Globe | 1.7 mi | — |
| PERIDOT-OUR SAVIOR'S LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Peridot | 2.9 mi | 4.3 |
| San Carlos High School San Carlos | 4.1 mi | 7.4 |
| San Carlos Alternative High School San Carlos | 4.1 mi | — |
| High Desert Middle School Globe | 16.9 mi | 4.1 |
| CVIT - Central Campus EAC Gila Pueblo Superior | 18.2 mi | — |
| Destiny School Globe | 18.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Copper Rim Elementary School Globe | 18.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Liberty High School Globe | 19.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Globe High School Globe | 19.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Tiger Knowledge Online (TKO) Globe | 19.8 mi | — |
| Miami Junior Senior High School Miami | 22.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Lee Kornegay Intermediate School Miami | 22.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School Miami | 22.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Mt. Turnbull Academy Fort Thomas | 25.5 mi | — |
| APACHE BAPTIST ACADEMY Bylas | 25.6 mi | — |
| Mt. Turnbull Elementary School Bylas | 26.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Hayden High School Winkelman | 31.1 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,181
Median Home Value
$66,900
Median Rent
$392/mo
Population
5,619
College Educated
4.4%
Homeownership
61.6%
Poverty Rate
41.7%
Median Age
29.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Charles Apache Mission School
What grades does St Charles Apache Mission School serve?
St Charles Apache Mission School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend St Charles Apache Mission School?
St Charles Apache Mission School has an enrollment of approximately 126 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Charles Apache Mission School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Charles Apache Mission School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Charles Apache Mission School rank in AZ?
St Charles Apache Mission School ranks #144 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is St Charles Apache Mission School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Charles Apache Mission School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Charles Apache Mission School a private school?
Yes, St Charles Apache Mission 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 Charles Apache Mission School a religious school?
St Charles Apache Mission School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 126
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Gila County
- Phone
- (928) 475-2449
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