Very Good

#116 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 8% of private schools

St Jerome Catholic School

Elementary School

2601 SW 9TH AVE, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

164

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

164

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#116 of 1,462

In Fort Lauderdale

#1 of 25

public schools

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About St Jerome Catholic School

St Jerome Catholic School is a private elementary school in Fort Lauderdale, FL. St Jerome Catholic School serves approximately 164 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Jerome Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #116 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.2 pts above FL schools

7.8

This school 7.8 · Very Good
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 164 students, St Jerome Catholic School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

St Jerome 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

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How St Jerome Catholic School compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.2:1

This School

16.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

164

This School

589

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.8

This School

6.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 50.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 31.7% vs 0%

Black 14.6% vs 0%

St Jerome Catholic School Fort Lauderdale Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Jerome Catholic School (this school)	—	164	10.2:1	7.8
WHIDDON RODGERS EDUCATION CENTER	0.2 mi	515	15.1:1	5.8
SEAGULL SCHOOL	0.4 mi	147	10.5:1	6.2
CROISSANT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.7 mi	653	18.7:1	6.8
CHARTER SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE	1.4 mi	209	17.4:1	4.6
HARBORDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.4 mi	505	20.2:1	8.4
RIVERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.9 mi	465	17.2:1	5.1
NEW RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.1 mi	1,589	21.8:1	4.8
WESTWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.3 mi	510	17.6:1	8.1
NORTH FORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.3 mi	413	19.7:1	7.1
STEPHEN FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.4 mi	658	16.9:1	6.4
WALKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	512	19:1	4.9
BROWARD DETENTION CENTER	2.6 mi	76	—:1	5.7
VIRGINIA SHUMAN YOUNG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.6 mi	692	18.7:1	6.9
NEW LIFE CHARTER ACADEMY	2.7 mi	111	—:1	7.3
SUNLAND PARK ACADEMY	3.1 mi	442	17.7:1	7.5
PINE RIDGE ALTERNATIVE CENTER	3.3 mi	43	3.6:1	5.5
NORTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.3 mi	288	13.7:1	7.6
THURGOOD MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.4 mi	325	18.1:1	7.2
MEADOWBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.6 mi	739	15.4:1	6.2
DILLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.6 mi	615	19.8:1	5.9

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

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 FL.

Classroom Attention

B+ 7.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.2:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 62%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 164

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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 FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 50.6%

Hispanic 31.7%

Black 14.6%

Two or More 2.4%

Pacific Islander 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2601 SW 9TH AVE, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Jerome Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARBORDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WESTWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, OUR LADY QUEEN OF MARTYRS SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fort Lauderdale, see our Fort Lauderdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
WHIDDON RODGERS EDUCATION CENTER Fort Lauderdale	0.2 mi	515	5.8
SEAGULL SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	0.4 mi	147	6.2
CROISSANT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	0.7 mi	653	6.8
MURL WINDSOR ACADEMY AT HOLLYWOOD Fort Lauderdale	1.4 mi	83	4.5
CHARTER SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Fort Lauderdale	1.4 mi	209	4.6
HARBORDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	1.4 mi	505	8.4
STRANAHAN HIGH SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	1.7 mi	1,328	3.9
PERMISSION TO SUCCEED ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale	1.7 mi	15	—
BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	1.7 mi	246	6.4
RIVERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	1.9 mi	465	5.1
SUNED HIGH OF SOUTH BROWARD Ft. Lauderdale	1.9 mi	297	2.0
JACK AND JILL CHILDREN'S CENTER Fort Lauderdale	2.1 mi	88	5.4
OUR LADY QUEEN OF MARTYRS SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	2.0 mi	199	7.1
ST THOMAS AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	2.1 mi	2,045	4.2
NEW RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	2.1 mi	1,589	4.8
NORTH FORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	2.3 mi	413	7.1
COLLINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dania Beach	2.4 mi	254	4.2
WESTWOOD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	2.3 mi	510	8.1
HAPPYLAND DAY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	2.3 mi	13	—
WALKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale	2.5 mi	512	4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33315 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,760

Median Home Value

$492,400

Median Rent

$1,789/mo

Population

13,211

College Educated

34.8%

Homeownership

55.1%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

40.2

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HEALTHY LEARNING ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Newberry, FL	108	7.8
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Largo, FL	163	7.8
STARCHILD ACADEMY LAKE MARY Lake Mary, FL	125	7.8
STETSON BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Deland, FL	132	7.8
UCP SEMINOLE CHILD DEVELOPMENT Lake Mary, FL	140	7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Jerome Catholic School

What grades does St Jerome Catholic School serve?

St Jerome Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Jerome Catholic School?

St Jerome Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 164 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Jerome Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Jerome Catholic School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Jerome Catholic School rank in FL?

St Jerome Catholic School ranks #116 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is St Jerome Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Jerome Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Jerome Catholic School a private school?

Yes, St Jerome 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 Jerome Catholic School a religious school?

St Jerome Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 25 Some Transit
Bike Score: 70 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 164
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 16
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Broward County
Phone: (954) 524-1990

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