Very Good
#17 of 86 private schools in HI
Top 19% of private schools
St Joseph Parish School
Elementary School
94-651 FARRINGTON HWY, Waipahu, HI 96797
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Hawaii private schools
#17 of 86
In Waipahu
#2 of 4
public schools
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St Joseph Parish School
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About St Joseph Parish School
St Joseph Parish School is a private elementary school in Waipahu, HI. St Joseph Parish School serves approximately 292 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Parish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #17 of 86 private schools in HI.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- HI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, St Joseph Parish School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Joseph Parish 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 Parish School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Waipahu, HI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Parish School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Hawaii Technology Academy - PCS | 6.2 |
| Waipahu Intermediate School | 6.9 |
| Waipahu Elementary School | 7.2 |
| August Ahrens Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Honowai Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Kaleiopuu Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Waikele Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Kanoelani Elementary School | 8.5 |
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 HI.
Data Unavailable
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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 HI
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
94-651 FARRINGTON HWY, Waipahu, HI 96797
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Parish School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manana Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Pearl City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pearl City Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Pearl City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Waikele Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Waipahu, see our Waipahu schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii Technology Academy - PCS Waipahu | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Waipahu Intermediate School Waipahu | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Waipahu Elementary School Waipahu | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| August Ahrens Elementary School Waipahu | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| LANAKILA BAPTIST SCHOOLS Waipahu | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Waipahu High School Waipahu | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Honowai Elementary School Waipahu | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Waipahu | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Waikele Elementary School Waipahu | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Kaleiopuu Elementary School Waipahu | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| PEARL HARBOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waipahu | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Kanoelani Elementary School Waipahu | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| HALE O ULU SCHOOL Ewa Beach | 2.4 mi | — |
| Lehua Elementary School Pearl City | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Pearl City Elementary School Pearl City | 2.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Holomua Elementary School Ewa Beach | 3.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Manana Elementary School Pearl City | 3.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Ewa Elementary School Ewa Beach | 3.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Pearl City Highlands School Pearl City | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| LANAKILA BAPTIST JR & SR HIGH SCHOOL Ewa Beach | 3.3 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96797 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,036
Median Home Value
$798,600
Median Rent
$1,981/mo
Population
72,717
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
67.9%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lehua Elementary School Pearl City, HI | 7.6 |
| Kamiloiki Elementary School Honolulu, HI | 7.5 |
| Kua o ka La - NCPCS Hilo, HI | 7.7 |
| Kahala Elementary School Honolulu, HI | 7.8 |
| Waimalu Elementary School Aiea, HI | 7.8 |
| President Thomas Jefferson Elementary School Honolulu, HI | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Parish School
What grades does St Joseph Parish School serve?
St Joseph Parish School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph Parish School?
St Joseph Parish School has an enrollment of approximately 292 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Parish School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Parish School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Parish School rank in HI?
St Joseph Parish School ranks #17 of 86 private schools in HI.
What is St Joseph Parish School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Parish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Parish School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph Parish 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 Parish School a religious school?
St Joseph Parish School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 292
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Honolulu County
- Phone
- (808) 677-4475
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