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#341 of 399 private schools in MO

St Francis Borgia Grade School

Elementary School

225 CEDAR ST, Washington, MO 63090

Private

Enrollment

258

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Missouri private schools

#341 of 399

In Washington

#5 of 5

public schools

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St Francis Borgia Grade School

5.1/10

Elementary School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St Francis Borgia Grade School

St Francis Borgia Grade School is a private elementary school in Washington, MO. St Francis Borgia Grade School serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis Borgia Grade School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #341 of 399 private schools in MO.

How it compares1.3 pts below MO schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

St Francis Borgia Grade 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

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How St Francis Borgia Grade School compares to the 5 public schools in Washington, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
This School
vs
11.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
258
This School
vs
532
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.1
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 96.5% vs 0%
Black 1.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.2% vs 0%
Asian 0.8% vs 0%
St Francis Borgia Grade School Washington Public Avg

All Schools in Washington

School Rating
St Francis Borgia Grade School (this school) 5.1
Washington High School 6.1
Washington Middle 8.0
Washington West Elementary 7.6
Early Learning Center 5.2
South Point Elementary 5.8

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 MO.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 2.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 17.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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School Day Length 7.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,299.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 6%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 258
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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 MO

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 96.5%
Black 1.2%
Hispanic 1.2%
Asian 0.8%
Native American 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

225 CEDAR ST, Washington, MO 63090

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Francis Borgia Grade School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Campbellton Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby New Haven), which scores notably higher. Another option is CENTRAL ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Union), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Augusta Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Augusta), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.3 mi
School Distance Rating
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN Washington 0.2 mi 5.7
Washington High School Washington 0.9 mi 6.1
ST. FRANCIS BORGIA HIGH SCHOOL Washington 0.9 mi 5.7
Washington Middle Washington 1.0 mi 8.0
OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington 1.2 mi 5.2
Washington West Elementary Washington 1.4 mi 7.6
Early Learning Center Washington 1.5 mi 5.2
ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Marthasville 2.8 mi 6.8
ST GERTRUDE SCHOOL Washington 4.7 mi 5.6
Marthasville Elementary Marthasville 5.0 mi 5.2
South Point Elementary Washington 4.4 mi 5.8
Clearview Elementary Union 5.7 mi 6.8
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Villa Ridge 6.7 mi 6.8
AUTUMN HILL SCHOOL Union 7.7 mi 2.5
UNION MIDDLE Union 7.7 mi 4.1
UNION HIGH Union 7.8 mi 6.1
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Union 7.9 mi 6.0
CENTRAL ELEM. Union 8.1 mi 8.5
Campbellton Elementary New Haven 7.0 mi 8.9
Augusta Elementary Augusta 7.3 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63090 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,966

Median Home Value

$260,700

Median Rent

$873/mo

Population

22,471

College Educated

33.4%

Homeownership

73.6%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

43.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Francis Borgia Grade School

What grades does St Francis Borgia Grade School serve?

St Francis Borgia Grade School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Francis Borgia Grade School?

St Francis Borgia Grade School has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis Borgia Grade School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Francis Borgia Grade School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Francis Borgia Grade School rank in MO?

St Francis Borgia Grade School ranks #341 of 399 private schools in MO.

What is St Francis Borgia Grade School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Francis Borgia Grade School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Francis Borgia Grade School a private school?

Yes, St Francis Borgia Grade 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 Francis Borgia Grade School a religious school?

St Francis Borgia Grade School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
258
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.3 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Franklin County

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