Very Good
#73 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 18% of private schools
St Joseph Catholic Academy
Elementary School
515 W SCOTT ST, Springfield, MO 65802
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#73 of 399
In Springfield
#2 of 13
public schools
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St Joseph Catholic Academy
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About St Joseph Catholic Academy
St Joseph Catholic Academy is a private elementary school in Springfield, MO. St Joseph Catholic Academy serves approximately 65 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #73 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 65 students, St Joseph Catholic Academy 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 9.2:1 students to teachers, St Joseph Catholic Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Joseph Catholic Academy 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 Academy compares to 59 public schools serving similar grades in Springfield, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph Catholic Academy (this school) | 7.4 |
| PIPKIN MIDDLE | 5.3 |
| CENTRAL HIGH | 8.5 |
| WEAVER ELEM. | 7.1 |
| BOYD ELEM. | 5.2 |
| MOCA-S | 3.4 |
| REED MIDDLE | 4.9 |
| CAMPBELL ELEM. | 5.2 |
| MOCAP Attendance Center | 6.9 |
| BOWERMAN ELEM. | 6.3 |
| YORK ELEM. | 8.1 |
| JARRETT MIDDLE | 7.4 |
| MCGREGOR ELEM. | 7.9 |
| DATEMA HOUSE | — |
| GREENE VALLEY SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| WELLER ELEM. | 7.1 |
| WATKINS ELEM. | 8.2 |
| ROBBERSON ELEM. | 7.5 |
| Arthur Mallory Early Childhood | — |
| WILLIAMS ELEM. | 4.2 |
| ROUNTREE ELEM. | 6.9 |
Showing 20 of 59 schools. View all schools in Springfield
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
515 W SCOTT ST, Springfield, MO 65802
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Catholic Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WATKINS ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is YORK ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MCGREGOR ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PIPKIN MIDDLE Springfield | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| CENTRAL HIGH Springfield | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| WEAVER ELEM. Springfield | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| BOYD ELEM. Springfield | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| MOCA-S Springfield | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| U.SCHOOL Springfield | 0.8 mi | — |
| REED MIDDLE Springfield | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| LAKELAND REGIONAL SCHOOL Springfield | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| CAMPBELL ELEM. Springfield | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Springfield | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| BOWERMAN ELEM. Springfield | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| MOCAP Attendance Center Springfield | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| JARRETT MIDDLE Springfield | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| MCGREGOR ELEM. Springfield | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| DATEMA HOUSE Springfield | 1.6 mi | — |
| WATKINS ELEM. Springfield | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| GREENWOOD LABORATORY SCHOOL Springfield | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| YORK ELEM. Springfield | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS OF SPRINGFIELD Springfield | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| ROBBERSON ELEM. Springfield | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65802 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,080
Median Home Value
$162,400
Median Rent
$900/mo
Population
46,005
College Educated
25.6%
Homeownership
56.9%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
32.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHESTERFIELD DAY SCHOOL Chesterfield, MO | 7.4 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kirksville, MO | 7.4 |
| HOLY ROSARY Clinton, MO | 7.4 |
| JAMESTOWN C-I ELEM. Jamestown, MO | 7.4 |
| MIAMI ELEM. Amoret, MO | 7.4 |
| ADAIR CO. ELEM. Brashear, MO | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph Catholic Academy
What grades does St Joseph Catholic Academy serve?
St Joseph Catholic Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph Catholic Academy?
St Joseph Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 65 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Catholic Academy is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph Catholic Academy rank in MO?
St Joseph Catholic Academy ranks #73 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is St Joseph Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Academy a private school?
Yes, St Joseph Catholic Academy 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 Academy a religious school?
St Joseph Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 65
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 161 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Greene County
- Phone
- (417) 866-0667
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