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#141 of 462 private schools in MI

Top 30% of private schools

St Joseph Catholic School

Elementary School

2238 MANHATTAN ST, Erie, MI 48133

Private

Enrollment

81

Student-Teacher

8.1:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#141 of 462

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St Joseph Catholic School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Erie · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.6/10

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7.1/10

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About St Joseph Catholic School

St Joseph Catholic School is a private elementary school in Erie, MI. St Joseph Catholic School serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #141 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares0.9 pts above MI schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 81 students, St Joseph Catholic 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.

At 8.1:1 students to teachers, St Joseph Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

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

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How St Joseph Catholic School compares to the 4 public schools in Erie, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
This School
vs
17:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
81
This School
vs
252
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.0
This School
vs
7.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 7.4% vs 0%
Asian 2.5% vs 0%
St Joseph Catholic School Erie Public Avg

All Schools in Erie

School Rating
St Joseph Catholic School (this school) 7.0
Mason Middle School 7.6
Mason Central School 7.1
Mason Senior High School 7.3
Mason Virtual Academy

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 18%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Enrollment 81
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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)

White 88.9%
Hispanic 7.4%
Asian 2.5%
Native American 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2238 MANHATTAN ST, Erie, MI 48133

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Joseph Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mason Central School (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is REGINA COELI CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Toledo), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Jackman Road Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Temperance), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Erie, see our Erie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Mason Middle School Erie 1.3 mi 7.6
Mason Central School Erie 1.3 mi 7.1
Mason Senior High School Erie 1.5 mi 7.3
Mason Virtual Academy Erie 1.5 mi
Shoreland Elementary School Toledo 5.0 mi 4.8
Edgewater Elementary School Toledo 5.0 mi 5.8
SunBridge Schools Toledo 5.3 mi 1.7
Ottawa River Elementary School Toledo 5.7 mi 5.3
Greenwood Elementary School Toledo 5.9 mi 4.3
Jackman Road Elementary School Temperance 5.2 mi 6.3
Bedford Junior High School Temperance 5.1 mi 5.9
Bedford Senior High School Temperance 5.2 mi 7.8
REGINA COELI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Toledo 6.2 mi 6.7
Mayfair Toledo 6.3 mi 3.2
Bennett Venture Academy Toledo 6.5 mi 5.4
Chase STEM Academy Toledo 7.5 mi 5.6
Custer Elementary School Monroe 7.1 mi 3.1
Leverette Elementary School Toledo 7.5 mi 3.4
Imagine Environmental Science Academy Toledo 7.7 mi 5.0
Woodward High School Toledo 7.9 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48133 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,867

Median Home Value

$181,400

Median Rent

$851/mo

Population

6,711

College Educated

19.6%

Homeownership

91.5%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Median Age

40.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lincoln Park, MI 7.0
ST BASIL CATHOLIC SCHOOL South Haven, MI 7.0
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Northville, MI 7.0
BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw, MI 7.1
CHARLOTTE MASON COMMUNITY SCHOOL Detroit, MI 6.9
ST MARY SCHOOL Alma, MI 6.9

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 Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Joseph Catholic School?

St Joseph Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School is 8.1:1. 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 #141 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 7.0 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
81
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monroe County

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