Very Good
#50 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 15% of private schools
St Joseph Elementary School
Elementary School
1005 2ND AVE S, Moorhead, MN 56560
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#50 of 319
In Moorhead
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Joseph Elementary School
Elementary School in Moorhead · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph Elementary School
St Joseph Elementary School is a private elementary school in Moorhead, MN. St Joseph Elementary School serves approximately 225 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #50 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Joseph Elementary 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 Elementary School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Moorhead, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Elementary School (this school) | 7.6 |
| West Central Academy-S | 5.6 |
| Robert Asp Elementary | 4.3 |
| ELLEN HOPKINS ELEMENTARY | 6.9 |
| PROBSTFIELD CENTER FOR EDUCATION | 5.7 |
| Probstfield Elementary | 4.0 |
| HORIZON MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| Moorhead ALC | 7.0 |
| West Central Academy-N | — |
| S.G. Reinertsen Elementary | 5.6 |
| Dorothy Dodds Elementary School | 7.1 |
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
1005 2ND AVE S, Moorhead, MN 56560
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLARA BARTON HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Fargo), with a very similar rating. Another option is HOLY SPIRIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Fargo), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ELLEN HOPKINS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Moorhead, see our Moorhead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West Central Academy-S Moorhead | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Robert Asp Elementary Moorhead | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moorhead | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| OAK GROVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fargo | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| ELLEN HOPKINS ELEMENTARY Moorhead | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| MOORHEAD HIGH SCHOOL Moorhead | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| PROBSTFIELD CENTER FOR EDUCATION Moorhead | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Probstfield Elementary Moorhead | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| HORACE MANN ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| FARGO K-8 VIRTUAL ACADEMY Fargo | 1.3 mi | — |
| FARGO 9-12 VIRTUAL ACADEMY Fargo | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| CLARA BARTON HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fargo | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| HOLY SPIRIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| BEN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Fargo | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION SCHOOL Fargo | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| DAKOTA HIGH SCHOOL Fargo | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fargo | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| S.G. Reinertsen Elementary Moorhead | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,114
Median Home Value
$248,900
Median Rent
$1,019/mo
Population
44,156
College Educated
42.2%
Homeownership
59.7%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
32.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLUFFVIEW MONTESSORI Winona, MN | 7.6 |
| BRECKENRIDGE ELEMENTARY Breckenridge, MN | 7.6 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL ED Edina, MN | 7.6 |
| MINNEAPOLIS JEWISH DAY SCHOOL INC. Minneapolis, MN | 7.6 |
| NORMANDY PARK EDUCATION CENTER White Bear Lake, MN | 7.6 |
| WILLIAM KELLEY ELEMENTARY Silver Bay, MN | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Elementary School
What grades does St Joseph Elementary School serve?
St Joseph Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph Elementary School?
St Joseph Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 225 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Elementary School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Elementary School rank in MN?
St Joseph Elementary School ranks #50 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is St Joseph Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph Elementary 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 Elementary School a religious school?
St Joseph Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 225
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 204 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Clay County
- Phone
- (614) 314-6124
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