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#609 of 716 private schools in IL
St Joseph
Elementary School
4832 HIGHLAND AVE, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#609 of 716
In Downers Grove
#5 of 5
public schools
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St Joseph
Elementary School in Downers Grove · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph
St Joseph is a private elementary school in Downers Grove, IL. St Joseph serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #609 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
St Joseph 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 compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Downers Grove, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph (this school) | 5.0 |
| Herrick Middle School | 6.0 |
| Pierce Downer Elem School | 6.5 |
| Whittier Elem School | 7.8 |
| Lester Elem School | 7.7 |
| Highland Elem School | 6.1 |
| Belle Aire Elem School | 6.7 |
| Hillcrest Elem School | 5.5 |
| O Neill Middle School | 5.7 |
| Henry Puffer School | 7.5 |
| Fairmount Elem School | 7.1 |
| Indian Trail Elem School | 5.8 |
| Kingsley Elem School | 7.4 |
| El Sierra Elem School | 5.9 |
| Lakeview Jr High School | 7.3 |
| Prairieview Elementary School | 7.6 |
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
4832 HIGHLAND AVE, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AVERY COONLEY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is C E Miller Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Westmont), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Whittier Elem School (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Downers Grove, see our Downers Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Comm H S Dist 99 - North H S Downers Grove | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| DOWNERS GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downers Grove | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Herrick Middle School Downers Grove | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Pierce Downer Elem School Downers Grove | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Whittier Elem School Downers Grove | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| AVERY COONLEY SCHOOL Downers Grove | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Highland Elem School Downers Grove | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Lester Elem School Downers Grove | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Belle Aire Elem School Downers Grove | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Hillcrest Elem School Downers Grove | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| O Neill Middle School Downers Grove | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| DOWNERS GROVE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Downers Grove | 1.3 mi | — |
| PATHWAY MONTESSORI Downers Grove | 1.4 mi | — |
| Fairmount Elem School Downers Grove | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Henry Puffer School Downers Grove | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN ACADEMY Downers Grove | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch Downers Grove | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| C E Miller Elem School Westmont | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Kingsley Elem School Downers Grove | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Indian Trail Elem School Downers Grove | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60515 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,358
Median Home Value
$453,300
Median Rent
$1,563/mo
Population
29,045
College Educated
61.3%
Homeownership
76.9%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
43.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph
What grades does St Joseph serve?
St Joseph serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph?
St Joseph has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph rank in IL?
St Joseph ranks #609 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is St Joseph's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph 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 a private school?
Yes, St Joseph 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 a religious school?
St Joseph has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 356
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DuPage County
- Phone
- (630) 969-4306
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