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#91 of 142 private schools in KS
St Dominic Elementary School
Elementary School
617 J C ST, Garden City, KS 67846
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kansas private schools
#91 of 142
In Garden City
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Dominic Elementary School
Elementary School in Garden City · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Dominic Elementary School
St Dominic Elementary School is a private elementary school in Garden City, KS. St Dominic Elementary School serves approximately 116 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. St Dominic Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #91 of 142 private schools in KS.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- KS avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 116 students, St Dominic Elementary 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 Dominic Elementary 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 Dominic Elementary School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Garden City, KS
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Dominic Elementary School (this school) | 5.8 |
| Alta Brown Elem | 5.3 |
| Jennie Wilson Elem | 6.6 |
| GC Achieve at J.D. Adams Hall | 5.1 |
| Victor Ornelas Elem | 6.0 |
| Georgia Matthews Elem | 6.5 |
| Abe Hubert Elementary School | 3.0 |
| Kenneth Henderson Middle | 6.0 |
| Charles O Stones Intermediate Ctr | 6.0 |
| Florence Wilson Elem | 7.0 |
| Buffalo Jones Elem | 6.9 |
| Gertrude Walker Elem | 3.9 |
| Bernadine Sitts Intermediate Ctr | 5.4 |
| Edith Scheuerman Elem | 6.9 |
| Jennie Barker Elem | 6.8 |
| Plymell Elementary | 8.4 |
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 KS.
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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 KS
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
617 J C ST, Garden City, KS 67846
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Dominic Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Florence Wilson Elem (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Buffalo Jones Elem (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garden City, see our Garden City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alta Brown Elem Garden City | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Jennie Wilson Elem Garden City | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Kenneth Henderson Middle Garden City | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| GC Achieve at J.D. Adams Hall Garden City | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| USD 457 Virtual Academy Garden City | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Horace J. Good Middle School Garden City | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Georgia Matthews Elem Garden City | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Victor Ornelas Elem Garden City | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Abe Hubert Elementary School Garden City | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| Florence Wilson Elem Garden City | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Charles O Stones Intermediate Ctr Garden City | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| HIGH PLAINS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Garden City | 1.6 mi | — |
| Garden City High School Garden City | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Garden City | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Bernadine Sitts Intermediate Ctr Garden City | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Gertrude Walker Elem Garden City | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Buffalo Jones Elem Garden City | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Edith Scheuerman Elem Garden City | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Jennie Barker Elem Garden City | 4.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Holcomb Elem 3-5 Holcomb | 7.5 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 67846 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,507
Median Home Value
$188,200
Median Rent
$994/mo
Population
34,276
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
62.4%
Avg Commute
14.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
32.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Satanta Elem Satanta, KS | 5.7 |
| ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Atchison, KS | 5.9 |
| St Francis Elem St. Francis, KS | 5.9 |
| Deerfield Elem Deerfield, KS | 5.6 |
| Neosho Rapids Elementary Neosho Rapids, KS | 5.6 |
| Ogden Elem Ogden, KS | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Dominic Elementary School
What grades does St Dominic Elementary School serve?
St Dominic Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend St Dominic Elementary School?
St Dominic Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 116 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Dominic Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Dominic Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Dominic Elementary School rank in KS?
St Dominic Elementary School ranks #91 of 142 private schools in KS.
What is St Dominic Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Dominic Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Dominic Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Dominic Elementary 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 Dominic Elementary School a religious school?
St Dominic Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 116
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 152 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Finney County
- Phone
- (620) 521-6232
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