Below Average
#425 of 462 private schools in MI
St Joseph Catholic School
Elementary School
201 E CASS ST, Saint Johns, MI 48879
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#425 of 462
In Saint Johns
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Joseph Catholic School
Elementary School in Saint Johns · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph Catholic School
St Joseph Catholic School is a private elementary school in Saint Johns, MI. St Joseph Catholic School serves approximately 211 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #425 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
St Joseph Catholic 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 Catholic School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Saint Johns, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Catholic School (this school) | 4.5 |
| Gateway Elementary School | 3.5 |
| Oakview Elementary School | 7.0 |
| St Johns Middle School | 6.4 |
| Clinton County Education Center | 7.6 |
| Eureka School | 6.5 |
| Riley Elementary School | 6.3 |
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 MI.
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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 MI
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
201 E CASS ST, Saint Johns, MI 48879
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Waldron Elementary and Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Fowler), which scores notably higher. Another option is David Scott Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Dewitt), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oakview Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Johns, see our Saint Johns schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oakview Elementary School Saint Johns | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Gateway Elementary School Saint Johns | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| St Johns High School Saint Johns | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| STRIVE Academy Saint Johns | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| St Johns Middle School Saint Johns | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Clinton County Education Center Saint Johns | 3.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Eureka School Saint Johns | 7.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Riley Elementary School Saint Johns | 8.2 mi | 6.3 |
| David Scott Elementary School Dewitt | 10.6 mi | 8.2 |
| ST PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Saint Johns | 9.1 mi | 5.1 |
| OvidElsie High School Elsie | 9.0 mi | 7.1 |
| OvidElsie Middle School Elsie | 9.1 mi | 6.8 |
| DeWitt Middle School Dewitt | 12.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Herbison Woods Elementary School Dewitt | 12.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Schavey Road Elementary School Dewitt | 12.5 mi | 5.5 |
| DeWitt High School Dewitt | 12.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Fowler High School Fowler | 9.3 mi | 7.1 |
| MOST HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Fowler | 9.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Waldron Elementary and Middle School Fowler | 9.4 mi | 8.3 |
| EE Knight Elementary School Elsie | 10.4 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48879 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,845
Median Home Value
$215,100
Median Rent
$884/mo
Population
18,472
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
81.3%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
43.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Catholic School
What grades does St Joseph Catholic School serve?
St Joseph Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend St Joseph Catholic School?
St Joseph Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 211 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Catholic School rank in MI?
St Joseph Catholic School ranks #425 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is St Joseph Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph Catholic 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 Catholic School a religious school?
St Joseph Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 211
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Clinton County
- Phone
- (989) 224-2421
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