Below Average
#355 of 388 private schools in MA
St Joseph School
Elementary School
15 GOULD ST, Wakefield, MA 01880
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#355 of 388
In Wakefield
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Joseph School
Elementary School in Wakefield · 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 Wakefield, MA. St Joseph School serves approximately 189 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #355 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 189 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 6 public schools serving similar grades in Wakefield, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph School (this school) | 4.7 |
| Galvin Middle School | 8.6 |
| Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School | 5.0 |
| Walton | 8.2 |
| Dolbeare | 7.5 |
| Woodville School | 9.2 |
| Greenwood | 5.1 |
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 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
15 GOULD ST, Wakefield, MA 01880
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Woodville School (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is South (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Stoneham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Joshua Eaton (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Reading), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wakefield, see our Wakefield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Galvin Middle School Wakefield | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School Wakefield | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Walton Wakefield | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Dolbeare Wakefield | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Stoneham Central Middle School Stoneham | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Greenwood Wakefield | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| ST PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stoneham | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Woodville School Wakefield | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Wakefield Memorial High Wakefield | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Robin Hood Stoneham | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Stoneham High Stoneham | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Colonial Park Stoneham | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Northeast Metro Regional Vocational Wakefield | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| South Stoneham | 2.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Joshua Eaton Reading | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Roosevelt Melrose | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| GREATER BOSTON ACADEMY Stoneham | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Early Childhood Center Melrose | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Melrose Middle Melrose | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| ODYSSEY DAY SCHOOL Wakefield | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01880 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,419
Median Home Value
$670,100
Median Rent
$1,872/mo
Population
27,258
College Educated
57.1%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
42.9
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| ST MONICA SCHOOL Methuen, 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 189 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School is 15.8:1. 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 #355 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is St Joseph School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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
- 189
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (781) 245-2081
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