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#428 of 462 private schools in MI

St Joseph the Worker School

Elementary School

2091 N WINN RD, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

Private

Enrollment

90

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#428 of 462

In Mount Pleasant

#3 of 3

public schools

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St Joseph the Worker School

4.5/10

Elementary School in Mount Pleasant · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St Joseph the Worker School

St Joseph the Worker School is a private elementary school in Mount Pleasant, MI. St Joseph the Worker School serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph the Worker School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #428 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares1.6 pts below MI schools
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 90 students, St Joseph the Worker 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 the Worker 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.

St Joseph the Worker School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Joseph the Worker School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Mount Pleasant, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
This School
vs
14.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
90
This School
vs
305
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.5
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 98.9% vs 0%
Asian 1.1% vs 0%
St Joseph the Worker School Mount Pleasant Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Joseph the Worker School (this school) 4.5
Beal City High School 7.5
Ganiard School 5.8
Vowles School 5.4
Fancher School 6.7
Pullen Elementary School 4.9
Mary McGuire School 5.3
Renaissance Public School Academy 5.8
WAY Oasis 5.9

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)
B 5.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 2.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 2%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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Enrollment 90
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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 98.9%
Asian 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2091 N WINN RD, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Joseph the Worker School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Winn Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Winn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Weidman Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Weidman), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fancher School (rated 6.7/10, 8.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Pleasant, see our Mount Pleasant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Beal City High School Mount Pleasant 0.2 mi 7.5
Beal City Elementary School Mt. Pleasant 0.2 mi 5.1
Weidman Elementary School Weidman 3.7 mi 8.0
Mt Pleasant Middle School Mt. Pleasant 7.3 mi 5.8
Ganiard School Mount Pleasant 7.6 mi 5.8
Vowles School Mount Pleasant 8.5 mi 5.4
SACRED HEART ACADEMY Mount Pleasant 8.2 mi 6.8
Winn Elementary School Winn 10.4 mi 8.2
Flextech High School Shepherd Shepherd 10.4 mi 7.7
Fancher School Mount Pleasant 8.7 mi 6.7
Pullen Elementary School Mount Pleasant 8.7 mi 4.9
Mt Pleasant Senior High School Mount Pleasant 9.1 mi 7.0
Mary McGuire School Mount Pleasant 9.0 mi 5.3
Farwell Elementary School Farwell 11.7 mi 6.1
Farwell High School Farwell 11.7 mi 8.0
Farwell Middle School Farwell 11.7 mi 5.5
Renaissance Public School Academy Mount Pleasant 9.5 mi 5.8
Isabella Day Treatment Mount Pleasant 9.7 mi
WAY Oasis Mount Pleasant 9.8 mi 5.9
Farwell Timberland Alternative High School Farwell 12.7 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48858 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,794

Median Home Value

$168,000

Median Rent

$862/mo

Population

42,732

College Educated

37.1%

Homeownership

48.8%

Avg Commute

17.8 min

Poverty Rate

27.8%

Median Age

27.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Joseph the Worker School

What grades does St Joseph the Worker School serve?

St Joseph the Worker School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend St Joseph the Worker School?

St Joseph the Worker School has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph the Worker School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Joseph the Worker School rank in MI?

St Joseph the Worker School ranks #428 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is St Joseph the Worker School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Joseph the Worker 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 the Worker School a private school?

Yes, St Joseph the Worker 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 the Worker School a religious school?

St Joseph the Worker School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
90
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Isabella County

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