Below Average
#1685 of 1,787 private schools in CA
St Joseph School
Elementary School
11886 ACACIA AVE, Hawthorne, CA 90250
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
26.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
26.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,685 of 1,787
In Hawthorne
#4 of 4
public schools
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About St Joseph School
St Joseph School is a private elementary school in Hawthorne, CA. St Joseph School serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 26.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,685 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Joseph School runs 26.3:1 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 Joseph 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 School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Hawthorne, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph School (this school) | 4.5 |
| York | 7.4 |
| Eucalyptus | 5.3 |
| Washington | 6.2 |
| Hawthorne Middle | 6.4 |
| Kornblum | 4.7 |
| Del Aire Elementary | 8.1 |
| Ramona | 6.9 |
| Prairie Vista Middle | 5.5 |
| Zela Davis | 4.6 |
| Jefferson | 7.1 |
| Hollyglen Elementary | 5.5 |
| Bud Carson Middle | 5.0 |
| Wiseburn Middle | 7.4 |
| Aviation Elementary | 8.0 |
| Cimarron Avenue Elementary | 6.3 |
| Renaissance County Community | 5.2 |
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
11886 ACACIA AVE, Hawthorne, CA 90250
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. York (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Moffett Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Lennox), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dolores Huerta Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Lennox), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hawthorne, see our Hawthorne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AL-HUDA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Hawthorne | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Hawthorne Math and Science Academy Hawthorne | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| York Hawthorne | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Eucalyptus Hawthorne | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Family First Charter Hawthorne | 0.6 mi | 1.3 |
| Lennox Mathematics Science and Technology Academy Lennox | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Animo Leadership High Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Moffett Elementary Lennox | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| LAUNCH PAD LEARNING Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | — |
| Washington Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Hawthorne Middle Hawthorne | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Hawthorne High Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hawthorne | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Dolores Huerta Elementary Lennox | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Environmental Charter Middle - Inglewood Inglewood | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Lennox Middle Lennox | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Kornblum Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Buford Elementary Lennox | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Worthington TK-6 Elementary Inglewood | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Ramona Hawthorne | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,923
Median Home Value
$827,600
Median Rent
$1,723/mo
Population
94,991
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
31.8%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
34
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Allen (Decima M.) Elementary San Bruno, CA | 4.5 |
| Bandini Elementary City Of Commerce, CA | 4.5 |
| Barbara Benson Elementary Tustin, CA | 4.5 |
| Barrett Elementary Morgan Hill, CA | 4.5 |
| Bertrand Avenue Elementary Reseda, CA | 4.5 |
| Burton Street Elementary Panorama City, CA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph School
What grades does St Joseph School serve?
St Joseph School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph School?
St Joseph School has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School is 26.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph School rank in CA?
St Joseph School ranks #1,685 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is St Joseph School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph 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 School a religious school?
St Joseph School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 287
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 679-1014
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