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#1230 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St Joseph Catholic School
Elementary School
11610 ATWOOD RD, Auburn, CA 95603
Enrollment
206
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
206
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,230 of 1,787
In Auburn
#1 of 3
public schools
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St Joseph Catholic School
Elementary School in Auburn · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph Catholic School
St Joseph Catholic School is a private elementary school in Auburn, CA. St Joseph Catholic School serves approximately 206 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,230 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Joseph 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
BetaHow St Joseph Catholic School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Auburn, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Catholic School (this school) | 5.7 |
| Auburn Elementary | 3.9 |
| Placer County Pathways Charter | 7.8 |
| Placer County Special Education | 4.1 |
| Placer County Court Schools | — |
| EV Cain Middle | 4.4 |
| Bowman Charter | 7.7 |
| Skyridge Elementary | 6.4 |
| Sierra Vista | — |
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
11610 ATWOOD RD, Auburn, CA 95603
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Newcastle Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Newcastle), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ophir STEAM Academy (rated 7.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Newcastle), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bowman Charter (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Auburn, see our Auburn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Auburn Elementary Auburn | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Placer County Special Education Auburn | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Placer County Court Schools Auburn | 2.1 mi | — |
| Placer County Pathways Charter Auburn | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Legacy Christian School at Confluence Church Auburn | 2.0 mi | — |
| EV Cain Middle Auburn | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Auburn | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Pine Hills Adventist Academy Auburn | 2.0 mi | — |
| Global SchoolONE Auburn | 2.1 mi | — |
| PINE HILLS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Auburn | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Bowman Charter Auburn | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Ophir STEAM Academy Newcastle | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Placer High Auburn | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Confluence Continuation High Auburn | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Maidu Virtual Charter Academy Auburn | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Skyridge Elementary Auburn | 4.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Harvest Ridge Cooperative Charter Newcastle | 4.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Newcastle Elementary Newcastle | 4.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Newcastle Charter Newcastle | 4.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Sierra Hills Elementary Meadow Vista | 5.6 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,851
Median Home Value
$613,900
Median Rent
$1,451/mo
Population
28,195
College Educated
32.9%
Homeownership
67.1%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
48.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Catholic School
What grades does St Joseph Catholic School serve?
St Joseph Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph Catholic School?
St Joseph Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 206 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Catholic School rank in CA?
St Joseph Catholic School ranks #1,230 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Joseph Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph 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 Joseph Catholic School a religious school?
St Joseph Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 206
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Placer County
- Phone
- (530) 885-4490
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