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#612 of 716 private schools in IL
St Joseph Catholic School
Elementary School
300 S 6TH ST, Pekin, IL 61554
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#612 of 716
In Pekin
#3 of 3
public schools
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St Joseph Catholic School
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About St Joseph Catholic School
St Joseph Catholic School is a private elementary school in Pekin, IL. St Joseph Catholic School serves approximately 96 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #612 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 96 students, St Joseph 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.
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 12 public schools serving similar grades in Pekin, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Catholic School (this school) | 5.0 |
| Washington Intermediate School | 5.1 |
| Jefferson Elem School | 2.7 |
| Edison Junior High School | 4.0 |
| C B Smith Elem School | 3.5 |
| Pekin Preschool Family Ed Center | 5.0 |
| Wilson Intermediate School | 3.8 |
| Willow Elem School | 6.5 |
| L E Starke Elem School | 4.2 |
| Broadmoor Junior High School | 4.8 |
| Dirksen Elementary School | 3.1 |
| Scott Altman Primary School | 6.1 |
| Rankin Elem School | 7.4 |
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 IL.
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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 IL
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
300 S 6TH ST, Pekin, IL 61554
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rankin Elem School (rated 7.4/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Willow Elem School (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Marquette Elem School (rated 6.5/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Marquette Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pekin, see our Pekin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Intermediate School Pekin | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Jefferson Elem School Pekin | 0.5 mi | 2.7 |
| FAITH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pekin | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Wilson Intermediate School Pekin | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Pekin Preschool Family Ed Center Pekin | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Edison Junior High School Pekin | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| C B Smith Elem School Pekin | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Pekin Community High School Pekin | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Willow Elem School Pekin | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| L E Starke Elem School Pekin | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Broadmoor Junior High School Pekin | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Dirksen Elementary School Pekin | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Scott Altman Primary School Pekin | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Pekin | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Rankin Elem School Pekin | 3.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Hollis Consolidated Grade Sch Peoria | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Georgetown Middle School Marquette Hts | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Marquette Elem School Marquette Heights | 4.2 mi | 6.5 |
| South Pekin Elem School South Pekin | 5.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Limestone Community High School Peoria | 5.3 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61554 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,484
Median Home Value
$123,500
Median Rent
$814/mo
Population
40,783
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
71.5%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
42
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|---|---|
| Dongola Elementary School Dongola, IL | 5.0 |
| Farmersville Elem School Farmersville, IL | 5.0 |
| Irvington Elem School Irvington, IL | 5.0 |
| POPE ST. JOHN PAUL II CATH. ACADEMY-SOUTH CAMPUS Aurora, IL | 5.0 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport, IL | 5.0 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hoyleton, IL | 5.0 |
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 96 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School is 10.8:1. 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 IL?
St Joseph Catholic School ranks #612 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Joseph Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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
- 96
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Tazewell County
- Phone
- (309) 347-7194
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