Very Good
#474 of 1,790 private schools in CA
Top 26% of private schools
St Joseph Elementary School
Elementary School
1961 PLUM ST, Pinole, CA 94564
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on CA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
How this school compares
California elementary schools
#264 of 1,102
About St Joseph Elementary School
St Joseph Elementary School serves 318 students from prekindergarten through eighth grade in Pinole, California. With 22 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a comfortable 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more personalized attention in the classroom. The school has earned a 7.8 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #1204 out of 1790 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 33rd percentile among California schools.
As a regular public school, St Joseph Elementary provides comprehensive educational programming across its grade span, serving students from their earliest school years through middle school. The school sits in the heart of Pinole's 94564 ZIP code area, where families enjoy a median household income of $113,630 and median home values of $666,700. The community shows strong educational values, with 38% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 5.5% among the area's 18,946 residents.
St Joseph Elementary School operates within Pinole's large suburban setting, providing students with the benefits of a well-established community environment that balances residential comfort with educational opportunity.
What Parents Should Know
As a private school, St Joseph Elementary School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Joseph Elementary School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Pinole, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Elementary School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Collins Elementary | 6.3 |
| West County Mandarin | 7.1 |
| Pinole Middle | 5.7 |
| Stewart Elementary | 8.4 |
| Shannon Elementary | 8.3 |
| Ellerhorst Elementary | 8.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
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 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
1961 PLUM ST, Pinole, CA 94564
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ohlone Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Hercules), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stewart Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shannon Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pinole, see our Pinole schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Big Minds Unschool Online Pinole | 0.2 mi | — |
| BIG MINDS Pinole | 0.2 mi | — |
| LA CASITA BILINGUE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pinole | 0.2 mi | — |
| Collins Elementary Pinole | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| King's Academy Pinole | 0.4 mi | — |
| Stewart Elementary Pinole | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Pinole Valley High Pinole | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Pinole Middle Pinole | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| West County Mandarin Pinole | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Ohlone Elementary Hercules | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Shannon Elementary Pinole | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| EL SOBRANTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Sobrante | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| El Sobrante Christian School El Sobrante | 1.6 mi | — |
| Seneca Family of Agencies, Catalyst Academy El Sobrante | 1.5 mi | — |
| Tara Hills Elementary San Pablo | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| SENECA FAMILY OF AGENCIE- CATALYST ACADEMY El Sobrante | 1.5 mi | — |
| Betty Reid Soskin Middle El Sobrante | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Bethel Christian Academy El Sobrante | 1.8 mi | — |
| Murphy Elementary El Sobrante | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Ellerhorst Elementary Pinole | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94564 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,833
Median Home Value
$697,100
Median Rent
$2,738/mo
Population
18,835
College Educated
38.7%
Homeownership
75.9%
Avg Commute
37.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
44.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding St Joseph Elementary School has a median household income of $120,833. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $697,100, with a median rent of $2,738/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academy of Technology & Leadership at Saticoy Ventura, CA | 7.0 |
| Aeolian Elementary Whittier, CA | 7.0 |
| Arete Charter Academy Grass Valley, CA | 7.0 |
| Bayside STEAM Academy Imperial Beach, CA | 7.0 |
| Belle Air Elementary San Bruno, CA | 7.0 |
| Cambridge Heights Elementary Citrus Heights, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Elementary School
What grades does St Joseph Elementary School serve?
St Joseph Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph Elementary School?
St Joseph Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Elementary School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Elementary School rank in CA?
St Joseph Elementary School is ranked #474 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.
What is St Joseph Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Joseph Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph Elementary 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 Elementary School a religious school?
St Joseph Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 318
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- CONTRA COSTA
- Phone
- (510) 724-0242
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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