Very Good
#99 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 31% of private schools
St Josephs School
Elementary School
1138 SEMINOLE AVE, West Saint Paul, MN 55118
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#99 of 319
In West Saint Paul
#2 of 4
public schools
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St Josephs School
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About St Josephs School
St Josephs School is a private elementary school in West Saint Paul, MN. St Josephs School serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Josephs School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #99 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Josephs 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 Josephs School compares to the 6 public schools in West Saint Paul, MN
Student Demographics
All Schools in West Saint Paul
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Josephs School (this school) | 7.0 |
| MORELAND ART/HEALTH SCIENCE MAGNET | 5.1 |
| HERITAGE E-STEM MAGNET SCHOOL | 6.9 |
| GARLOUGH ENVIRONMENTAL MAGNET | 4.9 |
| ACADEMIC ARTS HIGH SCHOOL | 5.7 |
| 917 DCALS North | 6.6 |
| Early Learning Resource Center | 3.4 |
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
1138 SEMINOLE AVE, West Saint Paul, MN 55118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Josephs School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CROWN OF LIFE LUTHERAN (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Quantum STEAM Academy Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Saint Paul), a more accessible option. Additionally, MORELAND ART/HEALTH SCIENCE MAGNET (rated 5.1/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in West Saint Paul, see our West Saint Paul schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MORELAND ART/HEALTH SCIENCE MAGNET West Saint Paul | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| HERITAGE E-STEM MAGNET SCHOOL West Saint Paul | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| MISSISSIPPI VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL West Saint Paul | 0.9 mi | — |
| CHEROKEE HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Paul | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| SOMERSET ELEMENTARY Mendota Heights | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| GARLOUGH ENVIRONMENTAL MAGNET West Saint Paul | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| HUMBOLDT HIGH SCHOOL Saint Paul | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| BLUESKY CHARTER SCHOOL Bloomington | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| OPEN WORLD LEARNING SECONDARY Saint Paul | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Quantum STEAM Academy Elementary Saint Paul | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Quantum STEAM Academy Middle School Saint Paul | 1.5 mi | 2.2 |
| Rise Academy Saint Paul | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| ST CROIX LUTHERAN ACADEMY West Saint Paul | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| CROWN OF LIFE LUTHERAN West Saint Paul | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Two Rivers High School Mendota Heights | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Special Education Mendota Heights | 1.8 mi | — |
| ECSE INCLUSION Saint Paul | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| EARLY EDUCATION - BIRTH TO THREE Saint Paul | 1.4 mi | — |
| Brittany's Place Saint Paul | 1.6 mi | — |
| FOCUS BEYOND Saint Paul | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,229
Median Home Value
$331,800
Median Rent
$1,215/mo
Population
29,396
College Educated
45.8%
Homeownership
66.9%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
42.1
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|---|---|
| ADRIAN ELEMENTARY Adrian, MN | 7.0 |
| GROVELAND PARK ELEMENTARY Saint Paul, MN | 7.0 |
| HILLTOP PRIMARY SCHOOL Minnetrista, MN | 7.0 |
| HUTCHINSON WEST ELEMENTARY Hutchinson, MN | 7.0 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Bemidji, MN | 7.0 |
| NEW DISCOVERIES MONTESSORI ACADEMY Hutchinson, MN | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Josephs School
What grades does St Josephs School serve?
St Josephs School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend St Josephs School?
St Josephs School has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Josephs School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Josephs School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Josephs School rank in MN?
St Josephs School ranks #99 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is St Josephs School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Josephs 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 Josephs School a private school?
Yes, St Josephs 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 Josephs School a religious school?
St Josephs School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 337
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dakota County
- Phone
- (651) 457-8550
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