Very Good
#18 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 11% of private schools
St Joseph Community School
Elementary School
216 N BROADWAY AVE, New Hampton, IA 50659
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#18 of 157
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St Joseph Community School
Elementary School in New Hampton · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph Community School
St Joseph Community School is a private elementary school in New Hampton, IA. St Joseph Community School serves approximately 94 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #18 of 157 private schools in IA.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 94 students, St Joseph Community 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.
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, St Joseph Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Joseph Community 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 Community School compares to the 3 public schools in New Hampton, IA
Student Demographics
All Schools in New Hampton
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Community School (this school) | 7.7 |
| New Hampton Elementary School | 6.6 |
| New Hampton Middle School | 8.6 |
| New Hampton High School | 6.8 |
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 IA.
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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 IA
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
216 N BROADWAY AVE, New Hampton, IA 50659
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Turkey Valley Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Jackson Junction), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Durant Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Sumner), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Washington Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby Charles City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New Hampton, see our New Hampton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50659 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,620
Median Home Value
$187,800
Median Rent
$835/mo
Population
5,942
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
80.3%
Avg Commute
16.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
41.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Amana Elementary School Middle Amana, IA | 7.6 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Perry, IA | 7.6 |
| Sylvia Enarson Elementary School Villisca, IA | 7.6 |
| Ireton Elementary School Ireton, IA | 7.9 |
| SETON CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ottumwa, IA | 7.9 |
| SUMMIT SCHOOLS Cedar Rapids, IA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Community School
What grades does St Joseph Community School serve?
St Joseph Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph Community School?
St Joseph Community School has an enrollment of approximately 94 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Community School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Community School rank in IA?
St Joseph Community School ranks #18 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is St Joseph Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Community School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph Community 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 Community School a religious school?
St Joseph Community School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 94
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 190 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Chickasaw County
- Phone
- (641) 394-2865
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