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#333 of 399 private schools in MO
St Joseph Elementary School
Elementary School
401 E KELLETT ST, Martinsburg, MO 65264
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#333 of 399
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St Joseph Elementary School
Elementary School in Martinsburg · 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 Martinsburg, MO. St Joseph Elementary School serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #333 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 49 students, St Joseph Elementary School 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 8.2:1 students to teachers, St Joseph Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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.
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.
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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
401 E KELLETT ST, Martinsburg, MO 65264
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCMILLAN EARLY LEARNING CENTER (rated 7.2/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Mexico), which scores notably higher. Another option is WELLSVILLE-MIDDLETOWN ELEM. (rated 6.6/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Wellsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Montgomery City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Martinsburg, see our Martinsburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COMMUNITY ELEM. Laddonia | 4.3 mi | 6.0 |
| COMMUNITY HIGH Laddonia | 4.3 mi | 7.6 |
| WELLSVILLE-MIDDLETOWN HS Wellsville | 4.4 mi | 6.6 |
| WELLSVILLE-MIDDLETOWN ELEM. Wellsville | 4.4 mi | 6.6 |
| MONTGOMERY CITY ELEM. Montgomery City | 10.9 mi | 5.4 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Montgomery City | 11.2 mi | 6.3 |
| WILLIAMSBURG ELEM. Williamsburg | 13.2 mi | 6.0 |
| MONTGOMERY CO. MIDDLE Montgomery City | 13.4 mi | 5.0 |
| MONTGOMERY CO. HIGH Montgomery City | 13.5 mi | 6.8 |
| MISSOURI MILITARY ACADEMY Mexico | 13.0 mi | 8.9 |
| VAN-FAR JR./SR. HIGH Vandalia | 15.4 mi | 6.9 |
| MCMILLAN EARLY LEARNING CENTER Mexico | 13.2 mi | 7.2 |
| VAN-FAR ELEM. Vandalia | 15.7 mi | 4.7 |
| ST BRENDAN SCHOOL Mexico | 13.7 mi | 5.9 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Mexico | 14.0 mi | 3.9 |
| MEXICO HIGH Mexico | 14.3 mi | 3.4 |
| MEXICO MIDDLE Mexico | 14.3 mi | 6.6 |
| NORTH CALLAWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Auxvasse | 14.6 mi | 7.8 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEM. Mexico | 14.5 mi | 4.9 |
| NORTH CALLAWAY HIGH Kingdom City | 17.8 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65264 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,063
Median Home Value
$87,800
Median Rent
$432/mo
Population
921
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
90.6%
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
40
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| BAMBINI CREATIVI Kansas City, MO | 5.2 |
| RIDGEWAY ELEM. Ridgeway, MO | 5.2 |
| Roscoe Elementary Osceola, MO | 5.2 |
| CENTERVILLE ELEM. Centerville, MO | 5.3 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jefferson City, MO | 5.3 |
| ST CLEMENT SCHOOL Bowling Green, MO | 5.3 |
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 49 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph Elementary School is 8.2:1. 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 MO?
St Joseph Elementary School ranks #333 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is St Joseph Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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
- 49
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 150 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Audrain County
- Phone
- (573) 492-6283
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