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#334 of 462 private schools in MI
St Joseph School
Elementary School
703 N LAPEER RD, Lake Orion, MI 48362
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#334 of 462
In Lake Orion
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Joseph School
Elementary School in Lake Orion · 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 Lake Orion, MI. St Joseph School serves approximately 349 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #334 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
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 9 public schools serving similar grades in Lake Orion, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph School (this school) | 5.5 |
| Blanche Sims Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Pine Tree Center | 4.5 |
| Stadium Drive Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Orion Oaks Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Scripps Middle School | 8.2 |
| Paint Creek Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Webber School | 8.6 |
| Waldon Middle School | 7.8 |
| Carpenter Elem School | 5.6 |
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
703 N LAPEER RD, Lake Orion, MI 48362
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Webber School (rated 8.6/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Blanche Sims Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Paint Creek Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lake Orion, see our Lake Orion schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Blanche Sims Elementary School Lake Orion | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Pine Tree Center Lake Orion | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Oxford Virtual Academy Oxford | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Oxford Crossroads Day School Oxford | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Daniel Axford Elementary School Oxford | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Oxford Middle School Oxford | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Oxford Bridges High School Oxford | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Oxford Elementary School Oxford | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Lakeville Elementary School Oxford | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Stadium Drive Elementary School Lake Orion | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| LAKE ORION BAPTIST SCHOOL Lake Orion | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Scripps Middle School Lake Orion | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Learning Options High School Lake Orion | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Lake Orion Community High School Lake Orion | 2.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Orion Oaks Elementary School Lake Orion | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Oxford High School Oxford | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Clear Lake Elementary School Oxford | 2.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Paint Creek Elementary School Lake Orion | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| UPLAND HILLS SCHOOL Oxford | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Webber School Lake Orion | 3.6 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48362 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,667
Median Home Value
$313,600
Median Rent
$1,095/mo
Population
14,746
College Educated
43.7%
Homeownership
85.8%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
44.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beaverton Elementary School Beaverton, MI | 5.5 |
| Brookside Elementary School Big Rapids, MI | 5.5 |
| Clarke School Saint Joseph, MI | 5.5 |
| Cooper Elementary School Kalamazoo, MI | 5.5 |
| Crescentwood Elementary School Eastpointe, MI | 5.5 |
| FREMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fremont, MI | 5.5 |
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 349 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School is 13.7:1. 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 MI?
St Joseph School ranks #334 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is St Joseph School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 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
- 349
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oakland County
- Phone
- (248) 693-6215
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