Very Good
#6 of 82 private schools in ID
Top 6% of private schools
St Nicholas Catholic School
Elementary School
806 F ST, Rupert, ID 83350
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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About St Nicholas Catholic School
St Nicholas Catholic School is a private elementary school in Rupert, ID. St Nicholas Catholic School serves approximately 136 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Nicholas Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #6 of 82 private schools in ID.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 136 students, St Nicholas 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.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, St Nicholas Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Nicholas 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 Nicholas Catholic School compares to the 5 public schools in Rupert, ID
Student Demographics
All Schools in Rupert
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Nicholas Catholic School (this school) | 7.9 |
| PRESCHOOL CENTER | 3.8 |
| EAST MINICO MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.2 |
| RUPERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 2.8 |
| MINICO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| ACEQUIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.9 |
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
806 F ST, Rupert, ID 83350
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Nicholas Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JOHN V EVANS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Burley), with a comparable rating. Another option is DECLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Declo), a more accessible option. Additionally, DWORSHAK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Burley), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rupert, see our Rupert schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PRESCHOOL CENTER Rupert | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| EAST MINICO MIDDLE SCHOOL Rupert | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| RUPERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rupert | 0.8 mi | 2.8 |
| MINICO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rupert | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| ACEQUIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rupert | 5.3 mi | 3.9 |
| MT HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL Heyburn | 6.3 mi | 4.4 |
| HEYBURN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Heyburn | 6.6 mi | 2.7 |
| PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Paul | 5.7 mi | 4.7 |
| WEST MINICO MIDDLE SCHOOL Paul | 5.9 mi | 3.9 |
| DECLO JR HIGH SCHOOL Declo | 7.5 mi | 7.9 |
| DECLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Declo | 7.5 mi | 6.7 |
| DECLO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Declo | 7.7 mi | 6.7 |
| WHITE PINE ELEMENTARY Burley | 8.4 mi | 4.6 |
| DWORSHAK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Burley | 8.7 mi | 5.7 |
| BURLEY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Burley | 8.8 mi | 4.8 |
| CASSIA JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Burley | 8.9 mi | 3.1 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY Burley | 9.4 mi | 3.0 |
| BURLEY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Burley | 9.2 mi | 4.3 |
| MINI-CASSIA ONLINE LEARNING ACADEMY Burley | 9.9 mi | 3.5 |
| JOHN V EVANS ELEMENTARY Burley | 9.9 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83350 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,622
Median Home Value
$218,400
Median Rent
$798/mo
Population
12,905
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
17.1 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST PAULS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Nampa, ID | 7.9 |
| VICTOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Victor, ID | 8.0 |
| RIGGINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riggins, ID | 7.7 |
| GRAND VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand View, ID | 7.6 |
| ST EDWARDS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Twin Falls, ID | 7.6 |
| GEORGETOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Georgetown, ID | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Nicholas Catholic School
What grades does St Nicholas Catholic School serve?
St Nicholas Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend St Nicholas Catholic School?
St Nicholas Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 136 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Nicholas Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Nicholas Catholic School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Nicholas Catholic School rank in ID?
St Nicholas Catholic School ranks #6 of 82 private schools in ID.
What is St Nicholas Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Nicholas Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Nicholas Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Nicholas 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 Nicholas Catholic School a religious school?
St Nicholas Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 136
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Minidoka County
- Phone
- (208) 436-6320
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