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#190 of 399 private schools in MO

Top 47% of private schools

St Joseph's Academy

High School

2307 S LINDBERGH BLVD, St. Louis, MO 63131

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MO statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

529

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In St. Louis

#47 of 74

public schools

Missouri high schools

#34 of 52

About St Joseph's Academy

St. Joseph's Academy serves 529 students in grades 9-12 as a public high school in Saint Louis, Missouri. With 48 full-time teachers, the school maintains an excellent 11.0:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for more personalized attention and smaller class sizes than many larger institutions.

The school has earned recognition for its academic excellence, ranking 13th out of 399 high schools statewide and placing in the 97th percentile among Missouri schools. This impressive ranking reflects the school's commitment to providing quality education to its students. MySchoolScout rates St.

Joseph's Academy at 7.3 out of 10, indicating strong overall performance. Located at 2307 S Lindbergh Boulevard, the school sits in an affluent suburban community where 81% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding neighborhood in ZIP code 63131 reflects a highly educated population with a median household income of $208,654 and median home values of $711,600.

With only a 2.8% poverty rate among the area's 18,531 residents, the community demonstrates strong economic stability. St. Joseph's Academy operates within this prosperous large suburban setting, benefiting from a community that values education and provides a supportive environment for student achievement.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, St Joseph's Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Joseph's Academy compares to 42 public schools serving similar grades in St. Louis, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
This School
vs
18:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
529
This School
vs
571
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.4
This School
vs
6.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.2% vs 0%
Black 1.9% vs 0%
Asian 1.5% vs 0%
St Joseph's Academy St. Louis Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
St Joseph's Academy (this school) 6.4
LADUE HORTON WATKINS HIGH 8.9
WEBSTER GROVES HIGH 8.4
NORTH HIGH 6.8
COMMUNITY ACCESS JOB TRAINING 7.9
AFFTON HIGH 3.7
RITENOUR SR. HIGH 5.2
LINDBERGH SR. HIGH 5.8
NORMANDY HIGH 6.1
GATEWAY SCIENCE ACADEMY HIGH 7.6
GATEWAY HIGH 5.7
CENTRAL VISUAL/PERF. ARTS HIGH 5.3
COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MED/BIO 8.8
BAYLESS SENIOR HIGH 6.4
SOLDAN INTERNATIONAL STUDIES 6.4
ST. LOUIS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
MO School for the Blind - HS 6.5
METRO HIGH 9.1
THE INNOVATION SCHOOL AT CV 7.8
At Home Academy
MEHLVILLE HIGH SCHOOL 6.0

Showing 20 of 42 schools. View all schools in St. Louis

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

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)
B 6.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.4 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,232
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 21%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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Enrollment 529
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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 88.5%
Two or More 4.9%
Hispanic 3.2%
Black 1.9%
Asian 1.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2307 S LINDBERGH BLVD, St. Louis, MO 63131

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Joseph's Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LADUE HORTON WATKINS HIGH (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHAMINADE COLLEGE PREP SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HIRAM NEUWOEHNER (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Town And Country), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
LITZSINGER Ladue 0.2 mi 6.5
HARPER SCHOOL, LLC Frontenac 1.0 mi
STE GENEVIEVE DU BOIS SCHOOL St. Louis 1.1 mi 5.9
LADUE HORTON WATKINS HIGH St. Louis 1.2 mi 8.9
VILLA DUCHESNE & OAK HILL SCHOOL St. Louis 1.4 mi 8.5
VILLA DI MARIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kirkwood 1.5 mi 5.8
CONWAY ELEMENTARY St. Louis 1.4 mi 9.5
WESTCHESTER ELEM. Kirkwood 1.6 mi 7.7
CHAMINADE COLLEGE PREP SCHOOL St. Louis 1.7 mi 7.0
NORTH KIRKWOOD MIDDLE Kirkwood 1.7 mi 7.2
ROHAN WOODS SCHOOL St. Louis 1.6 mi 7.5
LADUE MIDDLE St. Louis 1.7 mi 7.9
ST CLEMENT GRADE SCHOOL Des Peres 1.7 mi 6.5
F. P. TILLMAN ELEM. Kirkwood 2.0 mi 8.1
LADUE FIFTH GRADE CENTER St. Louis 2.1 mi 8.5
LADUE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER St. Louis 2.2 mi 5.0
EXTERNAL SITES Town and Country 1.8 mi 6.7
W. W. KEYSOR ELEM. Kirkwood 2.3 mi 8.3
HIRAM NEUWOEHNER Town And Country 1.8 mi 6.8
VISITATION ACADEMY St. Louis 1.9 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63131 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$209,306

Median Home Value

$734,300

Median Rent

$1,999/mo

Population

17,993

College Educated

83.3%

Homeownership

92.8%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

2.1%

Median Age

46.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding St Joseph's Academy has a median household income of $209,306. It is a well-educated community where 83% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $734,300, with a median rent of $1,999/month. The local poverty rate of 2.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BAYLESS SENIOR HIGH St. Louis, MO 6.4
SOLDAN INTERNATIONAL STUDIES St. Louis, MO 6.4
BOONVILLE HIGH Boonville, MO 6.5
CONFLUENCE PREPARATORY ACADEMY St. Louis, MO 6.5
LIBERTY SR. HIGH Mountain View, MO 6.5
LICKING HIGH Licking, MO 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Joseph's Academy

What grades does St Joseph's Academy serve?

St Joseph's Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend St Joseph's Academy?

St Joseph's Academy has an enrollment of approximately 529 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph's Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph's Academy is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Joseph's Academy rank in MO?

St Joseph's Academy is ranked #190 out of 399 private schools in MO.

What is St Joseph's Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

St Joseph's Academy has a composite rating of 6.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Joseph's Academy a private school?

Yes, St Joseph's Academy is a private all-girls 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's Academy a religious school?

St Joseph's Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (7,108/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (St. Louis). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
529
Gender Split
0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Type
private
Coed Status
all-girls
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
ST. LOUIS
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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