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#185 of 433 private schools in GA
Top 43% of private schools
St Joseph Catholic School
Elementary School
81 LACY ST NW, Marietta, GA 30060
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Georgia private schools
#185 of 433
In Marietta
#7 of 14
public schools
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St Joseph Catholic School
Elementary School in Marietta · grades Pre-K – 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 Marietta, GA. St Joseph Catholic School serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #185 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- GA avg 6.5
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 52 public schools serving similar grades in Marietta, GA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Catholic School (this school) | 6.5 |
| West Side Elementary School | 9.5 |
| Marietta Middle School | 7.1 |
| Emily Lembeck Early Learning Center | 4.9 |
| George W. Hartmann Center | — |
| Park Street Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Hickory Hills Elementary School | 8.4 |
| A.L. Burruss Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Sawyer Road Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Marietta Sixth Grade Academy | 7.3 |
| Lockheed Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Marietta Center for Advanced Academics | 9.7 |
| Dunleith Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Fair Oaks Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Bells Ferry Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Kincaid Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Pearson Middle School | 7.1 |
| Marietta Regional Youth Detention Center | — |
| Powers Ferry Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Daniell Middle School | 6.3 |
| Sedalia Park Elementary School | 5.3 |
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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
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 GA.
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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 GA
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
81 LACY ST NW, Marietta, GA 30060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Marietta Center for Advanced Academics (rated 9.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Side Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hickory Hills Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Marietta, see our Marietta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West Side Elementary School Marietta | 0.8 mi | 9.5 |
| Marietta Middle School Marietta | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| FIRST UNITED METHODIST WEEKDAY MINISTRY Marietta | 0.9 mi | — |
| THE WALKER SCHOOL Marietta | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| CARMAN ADVENTIST SCHOOL Marietta | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Emily Lembeck Early Learning Center Marietta | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| ACTON ACADEMY MARIETTA Marietta | 1.5 mi | — |
| George W. Hartmann Center Marietta | 1.6 mi | — |
| Park Street Elementary School Marietta | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Hickory Hills Elementary School Marietta | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| A.L. Burruss Elementary School Marietta | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Sawyer Road Elementary School Marietta | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Marietta Sixth Grade Academy Marietta | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Marietta Center for Advanced Academics Marietta | 2.2 mi | 9.7 |
| Marietta High School Marietta | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Lockheed Elementary School Marietta | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Dunleith Elementary School Marietta | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Fair Oaks Elementary School Marietta | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| THE STONEHAVEN SCHOOL Marietta | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Bells Ferry Elementary School Marietta | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,180
Median Home Value
$282,200
Median Rent
$1,344/mo
Population
39,313
College Educated
28.7%
Homeownership
47.8%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
30.7
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|---|---|
| ARLINGTON CHRISTIAN Fairburn, GA | 6.5 |
| Benteen Elementary School Atlanta, GA | 6.5 |
| HIGH MEADOWS SCHOOL Roswell, GA | 6.5 |
| Red Bud Elementary School Calhoun, GA | 6.5 |
| Sawyer Road Elementary School Marietta, GA | 6.5 |
| Antioch Elementary School Dalton, GA | 6.6 |
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 Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph Catholic School?
St Joseph Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School is 14.8:1. 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 GA?
St Joseph Catholic School ranks #185 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is St Joseph Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 397
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cobb County
- Phone
- (770) 428-3328
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