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#248 of 399 private schools in MO
St Joseph Cathedral School
Elementary School
2303 W MAIN ST, Jefferson City, MO 65109
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#248 of 399
In Jefferson City
#6 of 12
public schools
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About St Joseph Cathedral School
St Joseph Cathedral School is a private elementary school in Jefferson City, MO. St Joseph Cathedral School serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Cathedral School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #248 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Joseph Cathedral 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 Cathedral School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Jefferson City, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Cathedral School (this school) | 6.0 |
| WEST ELEM. | 6.4 |
| BELAIR ELEM. | 8.6 |
| SOUTHWEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR | 5.4 |
| CEDAR HILL ELEM. | 7.6 |
| SOUTH ELEM. | 8.8 |
| THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. | 8.5 |
| CLARENCE LAWSON ELEM. | 9.1 |
| EAST ELEM. | 6.1 |
| MOREAU HEIGHTS ELEM. | 4.2 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON MIDDLE | 7.7 |
| H KENNETH KIRCHNER SCHOOL | — |
| PIONEER TRAIL ELEMENTARY | 8.3 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK MIDDLE | 5.3 |
| BLAIR OAKS INTERMEDIATE | 4.7 |
| BLAIR OAKS ELEM. | 8.5 |
| BLAIR OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.9 |
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 MO.
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 MO
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
2303 W MAIN ST, Jefferson City, MO 65109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Cathedral School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLARENCE LAWSON ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTH ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BELAIR ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jefferson City, see our Jefferson City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WEST ELEM. Jefferson City | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| BELAIR ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| SOUTHWEST EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Jefferson City | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| CEDAR HILL ELEM. Jefferson City | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| HELIAS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| CAPITAL CITY HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| SOUTH ELEM. Jefferson City | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| LIGHTHOUSE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Jefferson City | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| RIVER OAK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jefferson City | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. Jefferson City | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| JEFFERSON CITY HIGH Jefferson City | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| MOREAU MONTESSORI SCHOOL Jefferson City | 3.2 mi | — |
| MOREAU HEIGHTS ELEM. Jefferson City | 3.6 mi | 4.2 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jefferson City | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| EAST ELEM. Jefferson City | 3.5 mi | 6.1 |
| CLARENCE LAWSON ELEM. Jefferson City | 3.5 mi | 9.1 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON MIDDLE Jefferson City | 3.6 mi | 7.7 |
| H KENNETH KIRCHNER SCHOOL Jefferson City | 3.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,430
Median Home Value
$204,700
Median Rent
$828/mo
Population
40,390
College Educated
44.6%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ATHENA ELEM. Desoto, MO | 6.0 |
| BLANCHARD ELEM. Cape Girardeau, MO | 6.0 |
| COMBS ELEMENTARY Florissant, MO | 6.0 |
| DUCHESNE ELEMENTARY Florissant, MO | 6.0 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD/ST LOUIS St. Louis, MO | 6.0 |
| GRANDVIEW ELEM. Higginsville, MO | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Cathedral School
What grades does St Joseph Cathedral School serve?
St Joseph Cathedral School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph Cathedral School?
St Joseph Cathedral School has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Cathedral School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Cathedral School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Cathedral School rank in MO?
St Joseph Cathedral School ranks #248 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is St Joseph Cathedral School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Cathedral School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Cathedral School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph Cathedral 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 Cathedral School a religious school?
St Joseph Cathedral School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 355
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cole County
- Phone
- (573) 635-5024
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