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#292 of 478 private schools in IN
St Joseph School
Elementary School
301 W HOUSTON ST, Garrett, IN 46738
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#292 of 478
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St Joseph School
Elementary School in Garrett · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph School
St Joseph School is a private elementary school in Garrett, IN. St Joseph School serves approximately 77 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #292 of 478 private schools in IN.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 77 students, St Joseph 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 9.7:1 students to teachers, St Joseph School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Joseph 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 School compares to the 3 public schools in Garrett, IN
Student Demographics
All Schools in Garrett
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Garrett High School | 6.8 |
| Garrett Middle School | 5.2 |
| J E Ober Elementary School | 5.0 |
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
301 W HOUSTON ST, Garrett, IN 46738
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak View Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Fort Wayne), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cedar Canyon Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Fort Wayne), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Avilla), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garrett, see our Garrett schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Garrett High School Garrett | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Garrett Middle School Garrett | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| J E Ober Elementary School Garrett | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| OAK FARM SCHOOL Avilla | 4.0 mi | 8.3 |
| McKenney-Harrison Elementary Sch Auburn | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| James R Watson Elementary School Auburn | 5.2 mi | 6.9 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Avilla | 5.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Avilla Elementary School Avilla | 5.4 mi | 6.2 |
| DeKalb High School Waterloo | 6.5 mi | 6.5 |
| DeKalb Middle School Waterloo | 6.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Cedar Canyon Elementary School Fort Wayne | 8.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Huntertown Elementary School Huntertown | 8.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Northeast IN Spec Ed Coop Kendallville | 8.5 mi | — |
| South Side Elementary School Kendallville | 8.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Perry Hill Elementary School Fort Wayne | 9.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Oak View Elementary School Fort Wayne | 9.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Maple Creek Middle School Fort Wayne | 10.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Aspen Meadow Elementary School Fort Wayne | 9.9 mi | 7.2 |
| East Noble High School Kendallville | 8.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Waterloo Elementary School Waterloo | 8.5 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46738 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,212
Median Home Value
$156,300
Median Rent
$855/mo
Population
8,462
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
40.1
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|---|---|
| ST ROSE OF LIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monroeville, IN | 6.3 |
| ST BERNARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wabash, IN | 6.4 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lanesville, IN | 6.4 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brazil, IN | 6.1 |
| LAKELAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, ELEMENTARY Warsaw, IN | 6.1 |
| NORTH LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL North Liberty, IN | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph School
What grades does St Joseph School serve?
St Joseph School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend St Joseph School?
St Joseph School has an enrollment of approximately 77 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph School rank in IN?
St Joseph School ranks #292 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is St Joseph School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph 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 School a religious school?
St Joseph School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 77
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- DeKalb County
- Phone
- (260) 357-5137
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