Below Average
#346 of 388 private schools in MA
St Joseph School
Elementary School
100 SPRING ST, Fairhaven, MA 02719
Enrollment
158
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
158
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#346 of 388
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St Joseph School
Elementary School in Fairhaven · grades Pre-K – 8th. 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 Fairhaven, MA. St Joseph School serves approximately 158 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #346 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 158 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.
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 4 public schools in Fairhaven, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Fairhaven
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph School (this school) | 4.8 |
| Hastings Middle | 5.7 |
| Fairhaven High | 5.6 |
| Leroy Wood | 7.6 |
| East Fairhaven | 7.3 |
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 MA.
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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 MA
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
100 SPRING ST, Fairhaven, MA 02719
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leroy Wood (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Fairhaven (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William H Taylor (rated 6.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby New Bedford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fairhaven, see our Fairhaven schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hastings Middle Fairhaven | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Fairhaven High Fairhaven | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Leroy Wood Fairhaven | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Alfred J Gomes New Bedford | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL NEW BEDFORD New Bedford | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Roosevelt Middle School New Bedford | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| East Fairhaven Fairhaven | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| John Avery Parker New Bedford | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Alma del Mar Charter School New Bedford | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Irwin M. Jacobs Elementary School New Bedford | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
| ST JAMES - ST JOHN SCHOOL New Bedford | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Whaling City Junior/Senior High School New Bedford | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| HOLY FAMILY HOLY NAME SCHOOL New Bedford | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Sgt Wm H Carney Academy New Bedford | 1.9 mi | 3.1 |
| Global Learning Charter Public School New Bedford | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Hayden/McFadden New Bedford | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| John B Devalles New Bedford | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
| James B Congdon New Bedford | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Trinity Day Academy New Bedford | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| William H Taylor New Bedford | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02719 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,500
Median Home Value
$407,300
Median Rent
$1,071/mo
Population
15,878
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
73.8%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
50
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|---|---|
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| Clarksburg Elementary Clarksburg, MA | 4.8 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Lee, MA | 4.8 |
| Alice A Macomber Westport, MA | 4.7 |
| Clarke Swampscott, MA | 4.7 |
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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 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph School?
St Joseph School has an enrollment of approximately 158 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph 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 Joseph School rank in MA?
St Joseph School ranks #346 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is St Joseph School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 158
- Gender Split
- 65% M / 35% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Bristol County
- Phone
- (508) 996-1983
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