Very Good
#107 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 33% of private schools
St Joseph Catholic School
Elementary School
41 E 1ST ST, Waconia, MN 55387
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#107 of 319
In Waconia
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Joseph Catholic School
Elementary School in Waconia · grades Pre-K – 8th. 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 Waconia, MN. St Joseph Catholic School serves approximately 150 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #107 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 150 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 8.9:1 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
BetaHow St Joseph Catholic School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Waconia, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Catholic School (this school) | 7.0 |
| SOUTHVIEW ELEMENTARY | 5.3 |
| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY | 7.4 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION | 4.2 |
| Laketown Elementary | 7.6 |
| Waconia Middle School | 7.0 |
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 MN.
Data Unavailable
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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 MN
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
41 E 1ST ST, Waconia, MN 55387
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COLOGNE ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Cologne), which scores notably higher. Another option is Laketown Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Waconia, see our Waconia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTHVIEW ELEMENTARY Waconia | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Waconia | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY Waconia | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Waconia | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| TRANSITIONS 110 Waconia | 0.9 mi | — |
| Laketown Elementary Waconia | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Waconia Middle School Waconia | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Waconia High School Waconia | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Waconia Learning Center Waconia | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| COLOGNE ACADEMY Cologne | 6.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Cologne Academy Online Cologne | 6.0 mi | — |
| MAYER LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Mayer | 5.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mayer | 5.8 mi | 4.2 |
| CHRIST COMMUNITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown | 7.7 mi | 4.3 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cologne | 8.0 mi | 5.4 |
| WATERTOWN-MAYER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown | 8.0 mi | 6.3 |
| VICTORIA ELEMENTARY Victoria | 6.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Watertown-Mayer Cmty Learning Cntr Watertown | 8.7 mi | — |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Victoria | 7.0 mi | 5.3 |
| WATERTOWN-MAYER MIDDLE Watertown | 9.2 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55387 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,279
Median Home Value
$418,600
Median Rent
$1,306/mo
Population
14,697
College Educated
49.2%
Homeownership
82.6%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Progeny Academy Charter School Brooklyn Center, MN | 7.0 |
| ROTHSAY ELEMENTARY Rothsay, MN | 7.0 |
| ST PIUS X SCHOOL Rochester, MN | 7.0 |
| Cityview Elementary Minneapolis, MN | 6.9 |
| HOLY ROSARY Detroit Lakes, MN | 6.9 |
| HOUSTON ELEMENTARY Houston, MN | 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 150 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Catholic School rank in MN?
St Joseph Catholic School ranks #107 of 319 private schools in MN.
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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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 150
- Gender Split
- 67% M / 33% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Carver County
- Phone
- (952) 442-4500
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