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#104 of 225 private schools in AZ
Top 46% of private schools
St John Bosco Catholic
Elementary School
16035 S 48TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85048
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#104 of 225
In Phoenix
#21 of 44
public schools
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St John Bosco Catholic
Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St John Bosco Catholic
St John Bosco Catholic is a private elementary school in Phoenix, AZ. St John Bosco Catholic serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St John Bosco Catholic has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #104 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St John Bosco Catholic 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 John Bosco Catholic compares to 360 public schools serving similar grades in Phoenix, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John Bosco Catholic (this school) | 6.4 |
| Horizon Honors Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Horizon Honors Secondary School | 8.3 |
| Kyrene del Milenio | 7.3 |
| Kyrene de la Esperanza School | 5.9 |
| Kyrene De Los Lagos School | 9.0 |
| Kyrene Centennial Middle School | 4.6 |
| Kyrene de la Colina School | 7.7 |
| Kyrene Akimel A-Al Middle School | 5.9 |
| Kyrene Monte Vista School | 9.2 |
| Kyrene de la Estrella Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Kyrene de las Lomas School | 6.4 |
| BASIS Ahwatukee | 8.8 |
| Kyrene de los Cerritos School | 9.0 |
| Kyrene de la Sierra School | 9.1 |
| Kyrene Altadena Middle School | 7.2 |
| Keystone Montessori Charter School | 7.4 |
| South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy | 5.9 |
| South Valley Prep and Arts School | 4.8 |
| Cloves C Campbell Sr Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Nevitt Elementary School | 4.9 |
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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
16035 S 48TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85048
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John Bosco Catholic may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kyrene Monte Vista School (rated 9.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kyrene De Los Lagos School (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kyrene de la Mirada School (rated 9.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Chandler), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Horizon Honors Secondary School Phoenix | 0.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Horizon Honors Elementary School Phoenix | 0.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Kyrene del Milenio Phoenix | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Kyrene de la Esperanza School Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Chandler | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Mountain Pointe High School Phoenix | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Kyrene De Los Lagos School Phoenix | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Kyrene de las Manitas School Tempe | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| AHWATUKEE FOOTHILLS MONTESSORI Phoenix | 2.0 mi | — |
| DESERT GARDEN MONTESSORI Phoenix | 2.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Kyrene Centennial Middle School Phoenix | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Kyrene Digital Academy Tempe | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Kyrene de la Colina School Phoenix | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Desert Vista High School Phoenix | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY - CHANDLER Chandler | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Kyrene de las Lomas School Phoenix | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Kyrene de la Mirada School Chandler | 2.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Kyrene Akimel A-Al Middle School Phoenix | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Kyrene de la Paloma School Chandler | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Kyrene Monte Vista School Phoenix | 2.8 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85048 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,198
Median Home Value
$538,500
Median Rent
$1,995/mo
Population
34,113
College Educated
61.6%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
42.5
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| Crismon Elementary School Mesa, AZ | 6.4 |
| Gila Bend Elementary Gila Bend, AZ | 6.4 |
| Humboldt Elementary School Dewey-Humboldt, AZ | 6.4 |
| Mary Mcleod Bethune School Phoenix, AZ | 6.4 |
| Richard E Miller School Phoenix, AZ | 6.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John Bosco Catholic
What grades does St John Bosco Catholic serve?
St John Bosco Catholic serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John Bosco Catholic?
St John Bosco Catholic has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John Bosco Catholic?
The student-teacher ratio at St John Bosco Catholic is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John Bosco Catholic rank in AZ?
St John Bosco Catholic ranks #104 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is St John Bosco Catholic's MySchoolScout rating?
St John Bosco Catholic has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St John Bosco Catholic a private school?
Yes, St John Bosco Catholic 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 John Bosco Catholic a religious school?
St John Bosco Catholic has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 306
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (480) 219-4848
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