Below Average
#1711 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St Joachim School
Elementary School
310 N I ST, Madera, CA 93637
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,711 of 1,787
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St Joachim School
Elementary School in Madera · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joachim School
St Joachim School is a private elementary school in Madera, CA. St Joachim School serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joachim School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,711 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Joachim School runs 23.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
St Joachim 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 Joachim School compares to 37 public schools serving similar grades in Madera, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joachim School (this school) | 4.3 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle | 6.1 |
| James Madison Elementary | 6.5 |
| George Washington Elementary | 6.0 |
| Gould Educational Center | 3.0 |
| John Adams Elementary | 4.4 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle | 5.8 |
| Sierra Vista Elementary | 3.8 |
| Alpha Elementary | 6.0 |
| Virginia Lee Rose Elementary | 7.1 |
| Duane E. Furman Independent Study | 6.0 |
| Sherman Thomas Charter | 5.7 |
| Millview Elementary | 5.6 |
| Madera County Independent Academy | 4.7 |
| Sherman Thomas STEM Academy | 7.6 |
| James Monroe Elementary | 6.8 |
| Juvenile Hall (Endeavor/Voyager Secondary) | — |
| Pioneer Technical Center | 5.5 |
| Liberty Charter | 6.7 |
| Parkwood Elementary | 5.4 |
| John J. Pershing Elementary | 4.6 |
Showing 20 of 37 schools. View all schools in Madera
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 CA.
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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 CA
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
310 N I ST, Madera, CA 93637
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joachim School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Virginia Lee Rose Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is James Monroe Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Liberty Charter (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Madera, see our Madera schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Joachim Elementary Madera | 0.0 mi | — |
| Madera High Madera | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| James Madison Elementary Madera | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Madera | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| George Washington Elementary Madera | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Gould Educational Center Madera | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| REMNANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madera | 0.9 mi | — |
| John Adams Elementary Madera | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Alpha Elementary Madera | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Madera South High Madera | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Sierra Vista Elementary Madera | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Madera | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Madera Unified Adult Transition Program Madera | 1.5 mi | — |
| Duane E. Furman Independent Study Madera | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Sherman Thomas Charter High Madera | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Sherman Thomas Charter Madera | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Sherman Thomas STEM Academy Madera | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| James Monroe Elementary Madera | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Virginia Lee Rose Elementary Madera | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Liberty Charter Madera | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93637 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,621
Median Home Value
$369,200
Median Rent
$1,345/mo
Population
42,278
College Educated
13.3%
Homeownership
57.8%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
20%
Median Age
33
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bryant Elementary San Francisco, CA | 4.3 |
| Burbank Elementary San Diego, CA | 4.3 |
| Cabrillo Elementary Fremont, CA | 4.3 |
| Laguna Vista Elementary Oxnard, CA | 4.3 |
| Los Molinos Elementary Los Molinos, CA | 4.3 |
| Lu Sutton Elementary Novato, CA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joachim School
What grades does St Joachim School serve?
St Joachim School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joachim School?
St Joachim School has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joachim School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joachim School is 23.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joachim School rank in CA?
St Joachim School ranks #1,711 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Joachim School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joachim School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Joachim School a private school?
Yes, St Joachim 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 Joachim School a religious school?
St Joachim School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 258
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Madera County
- Phone
- (559) 674-7628
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