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#227 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 47% of private schools
St Joseph High School
High School
453 N NOTRE DAME AVE, South Bend, IN 46617
Enrollment
806
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
806
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#227 of 478
In South Bend
#13 of 19
public schools
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St Joseph High School
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About St Joseph High School
St Joseph High School is a private high school in South Bend, IN. St Joseph High School serves approximately 806 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #227 of 478 private schools in IN.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- IN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Joseph High 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 High School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in South Bend, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph High School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Rise Up Academy at Eggleston | 5.3 |
| South Bend Virtual School | 4.5 |
| Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend | 4.8 |
| Juvenile Justice Center | — |
| Adams High School | 8.0 |
| Studebaker Center | 5.1 |
| Riley High School | 5.8 |
| Excel Center - South Bend | 2.6 |
| Clay High School | 5.3 |
| Washington High School | 4.5 |
| Career Academy High 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 IN.
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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 IN
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
453 N NOTRE DAME AVE, South Bend, IN 46617
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Adams High School (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRINITY SCHOOL AT GREENLAWN (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Riley High School (rated 5.8/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in South Bend, see our South Bend schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH GRADE SCHOOL South Bend | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Rise Up Academy at Eggleston South Bend | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| South Bend Virtual School South Bend | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD MONTESSORI SCHOOL South Bend | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Jefferson Traditional School South Bend | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Madison S.T.E.A.M. Academy South Bend | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend South Bend | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| TRINITY SCHOOL AT GREENLAWN South Bend | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| DEPAUL ACADEMY South Bend | 1.3 mi | — |
| Juvenile Justice Center South Bend | 1.3 mi | — |
| McKinley Elementary School South Bend | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Adams High School South Bend | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOP CENTER Notre Dame | 1.6 mi | — |
| Studebaker Center South Bend | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| ST MATTHEW CATHEDRAL SCHOOL South Bend | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| ST ANTHONY DE PADUA SCHOOL South Bend | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Riley High School South Bend | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary School South Bend | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Muessel Elementary School South Bend | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Edison Middle School South Bend | 1.7 mi | 2.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46617 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,700
Median Home Value
$231,400
Median Rent
$1,422/mo
Population
10,402
College Educated
60%
Homeownership
58.3%
Avg Commute
14.8 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Median Age
35
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Corydon Central High School Corydon, IN | 6.8 |
| East Noble High School Kendallville, IN | 6.8 |
| Fairfield Jr-Sr High School Goshen, IN | 6.8 |
| Garrett High School Garrett, IN | 6.8 |
| Lebanon Senior High School Lebanon, IN | 6.8 |
| Oak Hill High School Converse, IN | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph High School
What grades does St Joseph High School serve?
St Joseph High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St Joseph High School?
St Joseph High School has an enrollment of approximately 806 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph High School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph High School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph High School rank in IN?
St Joseph High School ranks #227 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is St Joseph High School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 High School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph High 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 High School a religious school?
St Joseph High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 806
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- St. Joseph County
- Phone
- (574) 233-6137
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