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#47 of 82 private schools in ID
St Joseph's Catholic School
Elementary School
825 W FORT ST, Boise, ID 83702
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Idaho private schools
#47 of 82
In Boise
#11 of 15
public schools
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St Joseph's Catholic School
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About St Joseph's Catholic School
St Joseph's Catholic School is a private elementary school in Boise, ID. St Joseph's Catholic School serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph's Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #47 of 82 private schools in ID.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Joseph's 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's Catholic School compares to 68 public schools serving similar grades in Boise, ID
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic School (this school) | 6.2 |
| MINIDOKA JUNIOR HIGH ALTERNATIVE | 7.7 |
| TIGER LEARN PROGRAM | — |
| NORTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 8.2 |
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.8 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.8 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.9 |
| WHITTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.6 |
| LOWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.1 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.7 |
| SOUTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| SAGE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOISE | 7.9 |
| MONROE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.8 |
| TAFT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| PEACE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| WHITNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| KOELSCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.1 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.9 |
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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
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 ID.
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 ID
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
825 W FORT ST, Boise, ID 83702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph's Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF BOISE Boise | 0.1 mi | — |
| MINIDOKA JUNIOR HIGH ALTERNATIVE Boise | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| TIGER LEARN PROGRAM Boise | 0.2 mi | — |
| BOISE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 0.2 mi | 8.4 |
| WESLEYAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Boise | 0.2 mi | — |
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| NORTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| ONE STONE Boise | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| MADISON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Boise | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| ST MARYS SCHOOL Boise | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| LOWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.0 mi | 9.1 |
| WHITTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
| SOUTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| SAGE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOISE Boise | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| LEARNING TREE INC Boise | 2.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,586
Median Home Value
$708,000
Median Rent
$1,175/mo
Population
23,981
College Educated
60.9%
Homeownership
51.4%
Avg Commute
17.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
41
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph's Catholic School
What grades does St Joseph's Catholic School serve?
St Joseph's Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph's Catholic School?
St Joseph's Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph's Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph's Catholic School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph's Catholic School rank in ID?
St Joseph's Catholic School ranks #47 of 82 private schools in ID.
What is St Joseph's Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph's Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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's Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph's 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's Catholic School a religious school?
St Joseph's Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 403
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ada County
- Phone
- (208) 342-4909
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