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#130 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 32% of private schools
St Joseph School
Elementary School
501 SAINTE GENEVIEVE AVE, Farmington, MO 63640
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#130 of 399
In Farmington
#2 of 3
public schools
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St Joseph School
Elementary School in Farmington · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph School
St Joseph School is a private elementary school in Farmington, MO. St Joseph School serves approximately 123 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #130 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 123 students, St Joseph 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.
St Joseph 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 School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Farmington, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph School (this school) | 6.9 |
| FARMINGTON MIDDLE | 8.0 |
| WASHINGTON-FRANKLIN ELEM. | 5.1 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEM. | 5.2 |
| TRUMAN LEARNING CENTER | 4.7 |
| LINCOLN INTERMEDIATE | 6.0 |
| JUVENILE DETENTION CTR. | — |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. | 7.0 |
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
501 SAINTE GENEVIEVE AVE, Farmington, MO 63640
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JEFFERSON ELEM. (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is WEST ELEM. (rated 6.4/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Park Hills), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CENTRAL ELEM. (rated 6.2/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Park Hills), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Farmington, see our Farmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Farmington | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| FARMINGTON MIDDLE Farmington | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| WASHINGTON-FRANKLIN ELEM. Farmington | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEM. Farmington | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| LINCOLN INTERMEDIATE Farmington | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| TRUMAN LEARNING CENTER Farmington | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| JUVENILE DETENTION CTR. Farmington | 0.8 mi | — |
| JEFFERSON ELEM. Farmington | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| FARMINGTON SR. HIGH Farmington | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Farmington | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE Park Hills | 6.4 mi | 6.9 |
| SPECIAL ACRES SCHOOL Park Hills | 6.5 mi | — |
| CENTRAL HIGH Park Hills | 7.4 mi | 7.2 |
| WEST ELEM. Park Hills | 7.8 mi | 6.4 |
| CENTRAL ELEM. Park Hills | 8.3 mi | 6.2 |
| INTERMEDIATE SCH. Desloge | 8.6 mi | 5.4 |
| NORTH CO. MIDDLE Desloge | 8.7 mi | 4.9 |
| NORTH COUNTY PARKSIDE ELEM. Desloge | 8.9 mi | 3.7 |
| NORTH CO. SR. HIGH Bonne Terre | 10.7 mi | 5.4 |
| NORTH COUNTY PRIMARY Bonne Terre | 11.4 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63640 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,926
Median Home Value
$195,900
Median Rent
$857/mo
Population
28,800
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
64.5%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 6.9 |
| PETTIS CO. ELEM. Sedalia, MO | 6.9 |
| PILOT GROVE ELEM. Pilot Grove, MO | 6.9 |
| PLEASANT VIEW ELEM. Trenton, MO | 6.9 |
| ST CECILIA SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 6.9 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL De Soto, MO | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph School
What grades does St Joseph School serve?
St Joseph School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph School?
St Joseph School has an enrollment of approximately 123 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph School rank in MO?
St Joseph School ranks #130 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is St Joseph School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph 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 School a religious school?
St Joseph School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 123
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- St. Francois County
- Phone
- (573) 756-6312
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