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#66 of 188 private schools in CO
Top 35% of private schools
Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School
Elementary School
3920 PIERCE ST, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Colorado private schools
#66 of 188
In Wheat Ridge
#2 of 2
public schools
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Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School
Elementary School in Wheat Ridge · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School
Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School is a private elementary school in Wheat Ridge, CO. Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School serves approximately 204 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #66 of 188 private schools in CO.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem 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 Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Wheat Ridge, CO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Stevens Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Everitt Middle School | 5.8 |
| Peak Expeditionary - Pennington | 7.3 |
| Compass Montessori - Wheat Ridge Charter School | 4.6 |
| Prospect Valley Elementary School | 8.1 |
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 CO.
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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 CO
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
3920 PIERCE ST, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edison Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Denver), which scores notably higher. Another option is Centennial A School for Expeditionary Learning (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Denver), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rocky Mountain Prep Berkeley (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Denver), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wheat Ridge, see our Wheat Ridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sobesky Academy Lakewood | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Stevens Elementary School Wheat Ridge | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| BETH EDEN BAPTIST SCHOOL Wheat Ridge | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Jefferson Junior/Senior High School Edgewater | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Lumberg Elementary School Edgewater | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Foster Dual Language PK-8 Arvada | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lakewood | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Edgewater Elementary School Edgewater | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| ARRUPE JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL Denver | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep Berkeley Denver | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Slater Elementary School Lakewood | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| SHRINE OF ST ANNE SCHOOL Arvada | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Lawrence Elementary School Arvada | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| TENNYSON CENTER FOR CHILDREN AT CCH Denver | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Centennial A School for Expeditionary Learning Denver | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Edison Elementary School Denver | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Wheat Ridge High School Wheat Ridge | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Arvada K-8 Arvada | 2.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Everitt Middle School Wheat Ridge | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Peak Expeditionary - Pennington Wheat Ridge | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,719
Median Home Value
$568,900
Median Rent
$1,536/mo
Population
26,841
College Educated
44.1%
Homeownership
49%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bennett Intermediate School Bennett, CO | 6.8 |
| Bergen Meadow Primary School Evergreen, CO | 6.8 |
| Plateau Valley Elementary School Collbran, CO | 6.8 |
| ST ELIZABETH'S SCHOOL Denver, CO | 6.8 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Denver, CO | 6.8 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Loveland, CO | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School
What grades does Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School serve?
Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School?
Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School has an enrollment of approximately 204 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School rank in CO?
Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School ranks #66 of 188 private schools in CO.
What is Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School a private school?
Yes, Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem 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 Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School a religious school?
Sts Peter & Paul Catholic Stem School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 204
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (303) 424-0402
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