Below Average
#131 of 142 private schools in KS
St Joseph Elementary School
Elementary School
520 E NORTHVIEW AVE, Mcpherson, KS 67460
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.4
Grades
TK – 6th
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.4
Grades
TK – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kansas private schools
#131 of 142
In Mcpherson
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Joseph Elementary School
Elementary School in Mcpherson · grades TK – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph Elementary School
St Joseph Elementary School is a private elementary school in Mcpherson, KS. St Joseph Elementary School serves approximately 108 students, and covers grades TK-6th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #131 of 142 private schools in KS.
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- KS avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 108 students, St Joseph 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 Joseph 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 Joseph Elementary School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Mcpherson, KS
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Elementary School (this school) | 4.4 |
| Eisenhower Elementary | 9.1 |
| McPherson High | 6.2 |
| Lincoln Elem | 7.6 |
| Washington Elem | 8.9 |
| McPherson Middle School | 7.4 |
| Roosevelt Elem | 6.1 |
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
520 E NORTHVIEW AVE, Mcpherson, KS 67460
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Windom Elem (rated 9.3/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Windom), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eisenhower Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington Elem (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mcpherson, see our Mcpherson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Eisenhower Elementary Mcpherson | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| McPherson High Mcpherson | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Lincoln Elem Mcpherson | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Washington Elem Mcpherson | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| McPherson Middle School Mcpherson | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Roosevelt Elem Mcpherson | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| ELYRIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mcpherson | 7.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Canton-Galva Elementary Galva | 6.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Smoky Valley Virtual Charter School Lindsborg | 12.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Soderstrom Elem Lindsborg | 12.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Smoky Valley High Lindsborg | 13.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Smoky Valley Middle School Lindsborg | 13.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Inman Elem Inman | 12.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Inman Jr/Sr High School Inman | 12.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Canton-Galva Jr./Sr. High Canton | 12.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Moundridge Elem Moundridge | 14.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Moundridge High Moundridge | 15.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Moundridge Middle Moundridge | 15.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Windom Elem Windom | 13.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Buhler Grade School Buhler | 18.1 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 67460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,091
Median Home Value
$211,900
Median Rent
$912/mo
Population
15,933
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
71.4%
Avg Commute
11.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
37.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Elementary School
What grades does St Joseph Elementary School serve?
St Joseph Elementary School serves students in grades TK through 6th.
How many students attend St Joseph Elementary School?
St Joseph Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 108 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Elementary School rank in KS?
St Joseph Elementary School ranks #131 of 142 private schools in KS.
What is St Joseph Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph 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 Joseph Elementary School a religious school?
St Joseph Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- TK – 6th
- Enrollment
- 108
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- McPherson County
- Phone
- (620) 241-3913
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